Clay County Commissioner District 5 candidate

Richard W. Klinzman

Party: independent

Age: 65

Candidate's family:  Maureen (wife)

Occupation: Retired

Education: AA degree

Political experience: None

What do you see as the top three issues in this race?
In Clay County our biggest issue to me is out of control growth. Too many homes being built without thought to over crowded schools and roads. So 1) needed infrastructure, 2) better salaries for teachers, police and other first responders and 3) I would like to get started on a shelter for our veterans living in the woods.

How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
I am not indebted to any one group or individual. All of my decisions will come down to what the voters want done which means paying particular attention to their telephone calls and e-mails. Showing up to BCC meetings is also important.

What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
A veteran's shelter which will help them rejoin mainstream society and health care for them.

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Republican candidate Gayward Hendry has not responded to the News4Jax survey.