Terry Tranter Answers Questions

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Norwood

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Hamilton County and asked of all candidates for this office.

Read the answers from all candidates.

Questions & Answers

1. What are your views regarding the need for public transportation in your community to promote access to employment throughout the region?

The current Metro Bus system may currently be sufficient. As to light rail, I appreciate the way property values generally increase from such a system, on the other hand, the location of the station must be carefully considered to minimize disruption of the neighborhood 's existing character.

2. Would you be in favor of county-wide campaign finance regulations that would provide for public matching funds, limit campaign contributions and provide for more disclosure? State your opinions on these ideas; whether you would support or oppose them.

I view any restrictions to the amount of campaign funding as a violation of the 1st Amendment guarantee of free speech. Therefore I am against any such regulation

3. What are the benefits/detriments to land use planning prior to zoning decisions?

Land use planning is beneficial when it promotes the most economical use of the property. Such planning must be completed before a zoning decision so the public have a chance to comment.