Gerri Harbison 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?

As a resident of an outlying suburban community, I realize the heavy amount of automobile traffic that occurs especially during rush hours. I favor investigating the possibilities of a light rail alternative as well as offering incentives to individuals and businesses for car pooling or using current bus transportation from the suburbs into downtown.

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 would support county-wide campaign finance regulations. Limiting campaign contributions could allow for a more level playing field among candidates. I also favor more disclosures, so that the public is aware of any connection(s) between pacs, business individuals and candidates.

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

Having a strategic land use plan in place for the city allows us to be pro-active with developers and builders. If a specific land use plan is in effect our community will avoid much of the "patchwork" zoning that occurs in some areas. This type of planning will help us preserve our residential flavor in the City of Montgomery.