League of Women Voters of Ohio Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 8, 2005 Election
	Tracy Winkler Answers Questions Candidate for Trustee; Township of Green

Questions & Answers

1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)

A Trustee cares for the needs of the township residents. For many years I have been caring for the needs of the people in my community through civic and church volunteer efforts. The position of Trustee will allow me to do this on a larger scale. As a lifelong Westside resident I know the and care for my community

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)

I plan to work with our development director to bring desirable businesses and development to the area. The property along the major corridors are likely to be developed over the next several years. I will make certain that we have the best possible development for Green Township. I have a good relationship with the police and fire departments and I intend for that to continue and I will always be available to my constituents and listen to their view points.

3. What steps would you take to ensure that all public facilities are accessible to people with disabilities? (100 words limit)

All facilities in Green Township are accessible and I will make certain that any plans for future buildings include access for the handicapped

4. What specific steps will you take to expand recycling services in your community? (100 words limit)

We currently have good services available, including Rumpke Service for recyclables and a very successful yard waste program

5. What steps would you take to provide affordable housing for all residents of your community? (100 words limit)

We have a varying range of home values in Green. My goal would be to make certain that future development helps to increase the value of our homes not decrease the property value