OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Current: Human resources manager with Homeland Security Solutions, Inc., in support of the Marine Corps Civilian Law Enforcement Program.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 11 years
EDUCATION: Business bachelor’s degree from Averett University, 2001; public administration masters degree from University of Oklahoma, 2005
MILITARY RECORD: Served 23 years in the United States Marine Corps, retired as a Master Gunnery Sergeant in 2006.
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Served as vice chairman of the Stafford County Democratic Committee (2009-2010); a member of the Stafford Democratic Committee (2006-present); a mentor with the Rappahannock Big Brother’s Big Sisters Program; former youth football coach (Stafford Steelers); and served on the School Board Capital Improvements Planning Committee (2008). Recently served as president of the Charlestown Commons HOA (2009-2011); and member of the Friends of the Rappahannock. Frequently visit Strong Towers Ministries, along with various other churches.
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Military awards - two Meritorious Service medals, four Navy Commendation medals, four Navy Achievement medals
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Growth and development: Planning must be sensible in approach with goals to stimulate Stafford’s economy while preserving vital green spaces, natural resources and historical landmarks. I pledge to oppose rezonings in the George Washington District that increase density. Transportation infrastructure should precede construction of Stafford’s urban development areas and UDAs should not be located in rural areas.
2. Transportation: Stafford as a whole has many dangerous secondary roads that need immediate attention. Let’s get projects completed that are funded by the transportation bond proposal that passed. I will be a watchdog to make sure the U.S. 17/U.S. 1 intersection improvement project progresses, and I will be a strong supporter of public transportation such as FRED bus and VRE
3. Education: Quality schools, with quality teachers, equate to quality young citizens able to lead us in the future. Recent SAT and Adequate Yearly Progress results show that our schools should perform better. I will work to reverse the trend of Stafford schools being funded well below the state average and school funding as a proportion of the county budget declining over the past five years. I will also support efforts to increase the number of community college and vocational education facilities in the area.
Robert Thomas, R
ADDRESS: Forest Lane Road EMAIL:bob@thomasforsupervisor.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:thomasforsupervisor.com; Twitter: @CapriccioBob; Facebook page: Robert "Bob" Thomas for Supervisor POLITICAL PARTY: Republican AGE: 34 PLACE OF BIRTH: Sandusky, Ohio FAMILY: Married to Christina Thomas, with seven children
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: President/CEO of Capriccio Software Inc. in Stafford.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 11 years
EDUCATION: Bachelor of science, Computer Information Systems, Excelsior College, 2003; A.A.S, Computer Information Systems, Northern Virginia Community College, 2002
MILITARY RECORD: Nearly eight years on active duty in the United States Marine Corps; honorable discharge 2003
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Member of Spotswood Baptist Church, Ferry Farm Elementary School PTA and Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce; chairman of Stafford County Telecommunications Committee
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Thomas hopes to enhance economic development and opportunity by creating jobs in the county, adopting business-friendly policies and reducing residential taxes by shifting tax burden to new businesses.
2. He wants to advocate for Stafford County schools by working with the School Board, ensuring money directly benefits children and teachers, and planning ahead for future capital improvement projects.
3. Thomas wants sound financial discipline in the county by ensuring tax dollars are spent wisely, striving for a AAA bond rating to reduce debt-service payments and protecting reserve funds.
Board of Supervisors - Griffis-Widewater District
Jack Cavalier, I
ADDRESS: Coast Guard Drive EMAIL: JCAVALIER2000@aol.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:www.jackcavalier.com, Twitter - @JackCavalier, Facebook - Jack Cavalier (Candidate page) POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 53 PLACE OF BIRTH: Bellaire, Ohio FAMILY: Wife, Barbara; Children, Andrew, Matthew and Meredith
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Stafford County Board of Supervisors, Griffis-Widewater District, 2000-2007
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Worked for the Department of Defense in Alexandria for 28 years; currently a Directorate Chief (GS-15) for the Army.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 28 years
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science, Engineering of Mines - West Virginia University, 1982
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No.
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Aquia Harbour Host Lions Club, 1990-present; Aquia Harbour Board of Directors, 1991-97; Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 2000-present; Regester Chapel United Methodist Church, 1985-2000; Membership on various boards, commissions, foundations and committees, 1990-2007
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Cavalier hopes to revitalize the county’s economy by bringing in additional commercial revenue to ease residential taxes, creating more local jobs, increase home values and re-energize plans to rebuild Aquia Towne Center.
2. He also wants to work closely with the School Board to provide for teacher raises, have safe buildings, and expand higher education opportunities in the county.
3. Cavalier hopes to solve local traffic congestion problems with more state funding, working closely with VDOT, increasing public transportation and improving pedestrian safety.
Keith Angle, R
ADDRESS: Via De Rosa Drive EMAIL:okangle@verizon.net WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:Angleforsupervisor.com POLITICAL PARTY: Republican AGE: 69 PLACE OF BIRTH: Charleston, W.Va. FAMILY: Wife, Ruth; Stepson, Christopher Paul Rios; Daughter, Virginia Keene
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Retired in 2007; Electronic technician since about 1963
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 35-plus years
EDUCATION: Attended electronics tech school: General Class FCC LIC.
MILITARY RECORD: United States Air Force, 1964-69, honorable discharge
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No.
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Member of Living Hope Lutheran Church; volunteer at the American Legion Post 290, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office and Crime Solvers committee. Attended Citizens Police Academy in 2007.
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE: He believes that a county that is business-friendly, and has less government regulation, great schools and excellent emergency services would be a great place to live and raise families.
Fred Sweat, D
EMAIL:fredc.sweat@comcast.net Twitter: @FredCSweat POLITICAL PARTY: Democrat AGE: 69 PLACE OF BIRTH: Pierce County, Ga.
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Owner of Sunnyside Nursery and Garden Center
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 23 years
EDUCATION: Two years college, technical training
MILITARY RECORD: Navy, 1958-66
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Stafford Democratic Committee, Disabled American Veterans, Sierra Club
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Sweat says he will push ahead with every available financial resource-county, state, federal-to bring the county where it should be in education and transportation.
2. He wants to preserve our natural resources of water, land and wildlife.
3. Sweat says he will insist on open government and encourage community involvement.
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Operations research analyst, Ph.D. research chemist
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 17 years
EDUCATION: Ph.D., chemistry, University of Florida, 1983; bachelors of science, Indiana University of PA, 1978
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? Appealing a contempt ruling in Stafford Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on Nov. 7; details of case are private.
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Chair, Stafford County School Board Finance and Budget Advisory Committee 2007-11; 1995 Co-chair Law Enforcement & Courts Subcommittee Stafford County 2020 Vision Plan
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Special Olympics Golf Partner (2010)
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Improve the school systems
2. Improve public safety
3. Address future growth issues
Cord Sterling, R
ADDRESS: Muster Drive EMAIL:cordsterling@hotmail.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:cordsterling.com POLITICAL PARTY: Republican AGE: 44 PLACE OF BIRTH: Santa Cruz, Calif. FAMILY: Wife, one son and two daughters
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Stafford County supervisor, 2008-present; Commonwealth Transportation Board, 2006-present; Virginia National Defense Industrial Authority, 2005-present; Stafford Airport Authority; Stafford Economic Development Authority
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Vice President, Aerospace Industries Association
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 12 years
EDUCATION: Bachelors degree in economics, 1991; masters degree in National Security Studies, 1992
MILITARY RECORD: Riflemen, United States Marine Corps
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Member of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church; board member of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Council 2006-2010
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Sterling wants to focus on fiscal responsibility to ensure continued balanced budgets and increasing revenues.
2. He wants to continue economic development and job creation
3. Improve education and infrastructure.
School Board - George Washington District
Byron Hinton
ADDRESS: Lendall Lane EMAIL:hinton4ever@verizon.net WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING: byronhinton.com POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 64 PLACE OF BIRTH: Richmond FAMILY: Married with two children
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Volunteer; retired U.S. Air Force officer
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN COUNTY? 50 years
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from the University of Albuquerque
MILITARY RECORD: 31 years of service with the U.S. Air Force
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Co-authored the Youth Driver Task Force final report (2005); community dinner server with the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church since 2000; MICAH Ministries volunteer; classroom volunteer; Falmouth Elementary School yearbook committee (1999); Stafford Vocational Education Foundation since 2008; volunteer advisor for Gayle Middle’s Technology Student Association.
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Air Force meritorious service, commendation, longevity and overseas service medals; committee recognition for the Youth Driver Task Force
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Fair and equitable teacher performance incentives/employee compensation;
2. Comprehensive long-range planning to meet growth and student needs;
3. Expanded career and technical education curriculum
Dewayne McOsker
ADDRESS: Briarwood Drive EMAIL: mcoskerforschools@gmail.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:mcoskerforschools.com POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 47 PLACE OF BIRTH: Manhasset, N.Y. FAMILY: Wife, Vanessa; children, Sean, Alexandra, Ryan and Patrick
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Program Manager for the Department of Defense
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN COUNTY? Five years
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in general studies; master’s degree in management
MILITARY RECORD: Retired in December 2010 as a lieutenant colonel for the U.S. Army Military Police Corps
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No.
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: St. Mary’s Catholic Church; University of Mary Washington Eagle Pipe Band; secretary of Argyle Hills Homeowner’s Association; Boy Scout Troop Leader
HONORS, AWARDS: Bronze Star in 2005; combat action badge in 2004; legion of merit in 2010; defense meritorious service medal in 2008; humanitarian service medal in 1994; various other military awards in 23-year career
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Rebuilding, not renovating, Stafford High School;
2. Ensuring tax dollars are spent in the classroom on instruction;
3. Prioritizing funding while eliminating inefficiencies.
School Board - Rock Hill District
Patricia Healy
ADDRESS: Dun Rovin Lane EMAIL:triciahealy@hotmail.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING: reelectpatriciahealy.com POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 60 PLACE OF BIRTH: Baltimore, Md. FAMILY: Husband, Clark Leming; daughter, Sara Leming
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Rock Hill District School Board member since 2000
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Attorney
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFOD COUNTY? 26 years
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore County; law degree from Georgetown University
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: I meet frequently with parents, volunteer in Rockhill District schools and participate in activities sponsored by the PTO/PTA and PTSAs in high school booster clubs and organizations. I have been an active volunteer with Stafford County Public Schools since 1998.
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Chairwoman of the School Board in 2004, 2008, 2009 and 2011 and vice chair in 2010
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Ensuring that the educational needs of students at all levels are met, which requires the retention and recruitment of highly effective teachers;
2. Maintaining a fiscally responsible school division with all components accountable for the expenditure of funds to promote student learning;
3. Providing a safe and secure environment for students throughout the school system.
Heather Stefl
ADDRESS: St. Lisa Court EMAIL: steflrockhill@gmail.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:stefl4schools.com POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 38 PLACE OF BIRTH: Falls Church FAMILY: Husband, Pat; and son, Dylan
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Most recently worked as a contractor for the U.S. State Department. Stefl wrote that she's highly skilled at negotiating contracts, controlling corporate risk and minimizing costs, according to her resume.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? Eight years
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from Radford University
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Jennifer Byler Leadership Institute (September 2011); Dominion Republican Women’s Club member since 2008 and president since 2009; Stafford County Republican Committee member since 2003 and treasurer since October 2007; Stafford schools finance and budget advisory committee (2007–11); Stafford schools capital improvement planning advisory committee (2010–11); Stafford Board of Zoning and Appeals since March 2010; Rockhill representative for Stafford’s beautification committee (March 2008 until it was disbanded in 2009); Stafford Sheriff’s Office Citizen Police Academy graduate in 2009; Rockhill Elementary PTO; and attends All Saints Church in Woodbridge.
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Letter of appreciation from the state department CFO for Y2K effort (April 2000); certificate of appreciation for architecture and engineering effect with the state department (November 2000); and certificate of appreciation for work on briefings to the secretary of state (April 2001).
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Quality education;
2. Parental partnership;
3. Fiscal responsibility.
Commonwealth's Attorney
Eric Olsen, R
ADDRESS: Poplar Road EMAIL:OlsenforCA@comcast.net WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING: VoteEricOlsen.com POLITICAL PARTY: Republican AGE: 51 PLACE OF BIRTH: California FAMILY: Wife, Bettina; children, Jamie, Ryan, Dayton; three grandchildren
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Joined the Stafford commonwealth’s attorney office in 1989; served as assistant/deputy/chief deputy commonwealth’s attorney
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? Eight years
EDUCATION: bachelor’s degree, University of Mary Washington; Cumberland School of Law (Birmingham, Ala.)
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Board of directors member for the Rappahannock Alcohol Safety Action Program and the Fredericksburg-Stafford Park Authority
HONORS, AWARDS WON: In 2008, selected as Virginia’s prosecutor of the year by fellow prosecutors across the state; past recipient of the Rappahannock Big Brothers/Big Sisters “Big Brother of the Year”; Child Protective Services award for outstanding service to abused and neglected children.
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1.
Electing a commonwealth’s attorney with experience and the skill to prosecute the serious and less serious crimes that occur here in Stafford.
2.
Electing a commonwealth’s attorney who embraces the jury system as the means to make criminals accountable to the citizens of the county.
3.
Electing a commonwealth’s attorney who will keep Stafford safe.
Tim Barbrow, I
ADDRESS: Shaw Court EMAIL: timbar1024@msn.com POLITICAL PARTY: Independent AGE: 49 PLACE OF BIRTH: Saltville, Va. FAMILY: Two daughters, Ellie, 15, and Rachel, 12
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Attorney
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? Since 1999
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s of science in business management, public aministration, Virginia Tech, 1986; George Mason School of Law, 1990
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Lifetime member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Saltville
HONORS, AWARDS WON: Graduated with distinction from George Mason School of Law 1990. Editor of the George Mason Law Review.
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
(1) Bringing a new direction to the Office of the commonwealth attorney in Stafford by pursuing a just outcome in every case. A good prosecutor must exercise his or her prosecutorial discretion in order to achieve a just outcome. Justice is not like a baseball cap where one size fits all. Prosecutorial discretion includes deciding whether to pursue criminal charges, and if so, what charges should be pursued. In addition, a prosecutor must use his or her discretion in making decisions as to the appropriate disposition of the charges after conviction. I will fully participate in the regional Drug Court program. I will end the practice of requesting a jury trial in nearly every criminal case. I will never try to obtain a conviction by using deceit or trickery. I will be tough but fair. I will treat everyone involved with the criminal justice system with respect.
(2) Working effectively with prosecutors in the surrounding areas. Criminals do not stop at the county line. It is essential that given the close proximity of the surrounding communities that the office of the commonwealth attorney work effectively with the respective commonwealth’s attorney offices in the area. It is difficult if not impossible to work effectively with other commonwealth’s attorneys in the area if you insist that your way is the only way and if you do not show proper respect to the other offices.
(3) Restoring fiscal discipline to the Office of the commonwealth’s attorney. From 2000 to 2010, the budget for the office has risen from just over $1 million to nearly three $3 million. Stafford County spends 54 percent more per capita on the Office of the commonwealth’s attorney than Spotsylvania County. I will ensure that the Stafford County taxpayers get the most out of their tax dollars.
Sheriff
Charles Jett, R
ADDRESS: Southern Stafford EMAIL:jettforsheriff@gmail.com WEBSITE/SOCIAL NETWORKING:www.sheriffjett.com POLITICAL PARTY: Republican AGE: 52 PLACE OF BIRTH: Long Beach, Calif. FAMILY: Wife, Ann; sons, Steven and David
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Stafford sheriff since 2000
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Joined Stafford Sheriff’s Office in 1978 as a patrol deputy; eventually became field operations commander; elected sheriff in 2000
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 47 years
EDUCATION: FBI National Academy, 187th session; Virginia Commonwealth University Public Safety Institute, inaugural member
MILITARY RECORD: None
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Member New Hope Methodist Church; Habitat for Humanity Advisory Board; Special Olympics Virginia Board of Directors; Special Olympics Virginia Executive Board
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1. Keeping crime low
2. Keeping the roads in Stafford County safe.
3. Using technology to maintain and enhance community involvement.
OCCUPATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Private investigator; retired from the Prince William County Police Department
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN STAFFORD COUNTY? 29 years
MILITARY RECORD: U.S. Air Force
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CONVICTED OF A CRIME? No
COMMUNITY/CHURCH ACTIVITIES: Member of Rock Hill Baptist Church
THREE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUES IN THIS RACE:
1) The shooting death of David Charles Gandy on June 19, 2008. This case has a horrific smell to it. Deputies gave one story the night of the incident, another story during depositions, and yet another story at the time of trial. The fact that the alleged weapon that Mr. Gandy had was recovered with absolutely no blood on it is very disturbing. The facts that came out in the civil trial in federal court showed that a family that called for “help and assistance” got absolutely no help or assistance from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. In law enforcement, the “preservation of life and property” should always be of paramount importance and concern. It is absolutely clear in the Gandy shooting that no concern was given nor due diligence paid when the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office barnstormed the backyard of the residence and shot Mr. Gandy in the back three times in three seconds, fatally wounding him. This kind of action is unconscionable.
The Solution: When elected sheriff of Stafford County, I will personally request that Virginia State Police conduct a thorough and comprehensive criminal investigation into Mr. Gandy’s death. Further, I will personally request that the Federal Bureau of Investigation conduct a thorough and comprehensive investigation into what is known as a “1983 Civil Rights Action.” I as sheriff will personally answer any and all questions put forth to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office by way of these two investigations. There will be no obstruction in any way shape or form.
2) The second point of concern is the fact that Sheriff Jett arbitrarily changed his crime statistics due to an alleged “glitch” that occurred in a computer program in 2005. I should also point out that no one but Sheriff Jett has seen or been involved in this “glitch.” The crime numbers were specifically taken from the figures provided to the Virginia State Police every year since 2005. They are clear and convincing in describing a county out of control. They clearly show a 60-percent increase in the crime rate overall since 2005, and a 66 percent increase in violent crime rate since 2005.
What makes this most unbelievable is the fact that a Free Lance-Star reporter by the name of Katie Thisdell wrote an article for the June 12, 2011, edition of the paper. The theme of the article dealt with crime trends across the United States, as well as across Virginia and the Fredericksburg region. All of the crime trends that Ms. Thisdell wrote about were on a downward trend with the exception of Stafford County. Ms. Thisdell’s article clearly pointed out that there was a 13 plus percent increase in the violent crime rate for the preceding two-year period and a 20 percent increase in the property crime rates. I find it to be totally unbelievable that Sheriff Jett and the entire Stafford County Sheriff’s Office didn’t find anything wrong with those numbers at that time.
The Solution: Starting with the day that I take office I will initiate a thorough and comprehensive review of all the crime stats that have been reported to the Virginia State Police since 2005. No explanation has been provided to the public or the press on how a “Glitch” occurred some six years ago. That is totally unacceptable. I will be accountable to the citizens of Stafford County and will provide a full report of the findings of this review.
3) The third issue is by far most disturbing and an immediate issue every citizen in Stafford County can physically see and touch. That issue deals specifically with the individual posters, banners and mailers that were displayed and sent to citizens all over Stafford County prior to the primary election on Aug. 23.
The use of the “Law and Order” symbol was a direct violation of the “Trademark infringement Act” under federal law. Both Sheriff Jett and the candidate for the office of the commonwealth's attorney, Eric Olsen, each violated federal law with “absolute impunity.” Both of these gentlemen have said throughout their campaigns that it was going to be “business as usual” here in Stafford County. They have each said that they were going to be “tough” on those who violated the law here in Stafford County, however the actions they took with regards to property that didn’t belong to them was nothing more than “simple thievery.”
The Solution: When elected sheriff of Stafford County I will personally request that the Federal Bureau of Investigation conduct an investigation or if one has already been completed will ask for their findings of any investigation that may have already been completed into the “Trademark Infringement” complaint that came about when Sheriff Jett and Mr. Olsen used the “Law and Order” emblem without the permission of the owner. It is inconceivable how the two top Law Enforcement Officers in Stafford County could be so reckless as to use property that they did not own for their own personal gain. Any citizen whether he was a Stafford County resident or not would have been charged with numerous felonies for steal ing something that didn’t belong to them. Can anyone tell me what makes Sheriff Jett and Mr. Olsen any different?
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