Daniel J. Hanus Answers Questions

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Montgomery

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?

I am in favor of expanding transportation alternatives between the northeast suburbs and the downtown / airport areas. This will help provide much needed relief for traffic congestion on major city arteries and highways, particularly Montgomery & Pfeiffer Roads and 1-71. Decreased traffic congestion will better preserve the residential integrity and safety of our neighborhoods.

Sensible expanded transportation alternatives would focus on the business corridor area, thereby reaching the greatest number of potential commuters & utilize existing infrastructure where possible to help minimize costs.

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 am supportive of all three county-wide campaign finance regulations: Public matching of funds, limited campaign contributions & increased disclosure. This would provide an equal opportunity for all citizens who seek to serve their fellow residents via public office. This will lead to even greater wealth of ideas, talents, and opinions in our elected offices.

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

I feel land use objectives are centered around a Comprehensive Community Plan such as one that exists for the City of Montgomery. Here the Plan lists objectives for use of land and how maintaining the residential & neighborhood character of the community fits within the framework of the Plan. I feel this document provides the backbone on what is acceptable land use and is closely linked to zoning of land parcels.