Smart Spending.  Shared Solutions.  Relief for Glen Rock Taxpayers.

Jon, Seth, and  Elizabeth believe that every tax dollar spent by the Borough of Glen Rock should deliver real value to residents -- and that local government must do everything possible to ease the burden on taxpayers.

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Glen Rock families have faced year after year of tax increases.  It’s time for a smarter, more strategic approach. We’re committed to delivering high-quality services while keeping costs under control -- and, where feasible, working toward stabilizing or even reducing property taxes, while working to identify new revenue streams that are not taxpayer dependent.

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Exploring Shared Services

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We don’t need to reinvent the wheel -- or pay for one in every town.

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We will:

• Work with neighboring communities to explore shared services in areas like public works, sanitation, recreation, and emergency response

• Pursue opportunities for regional partnerships that reduce duplication and increase efficiency

• Consider shared facilities and joint purchasing agreements to lower costs without reducing service quality

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Smarter Municipal Government

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Efficiency isn’t just about spending less -- it’s about spending better.

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We will:

• Conduct department-level reviews to identify inefficiencies, overlaps, and outdated processes

• Push for better use of technology and data to streamline services

• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and responsiveness across all departments

• Regularly evaluate contracts, vendor relationships, and service delivery models to ensure taxpayers get the best deal

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Addressing the Tax Burden

We know that Glen Rock’s high property taxes are a serious concern -- and that it’s not sustainable to simply pass along the rising costs of government to residents every year.

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We will:

• Push for long-term financial planning

• Prioritize investments that lower future costs and reduce liabilities

• Scrutinize new spending proposals with a focus on need, impact, and affordability

• Seek creative funding sources, including grants, public-private partnerships, and shared revenue models

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Planning for the Long Term

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Fiscal responsibility means more than cutting costs -- it means planning for Glen Rock’s future.

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We will:

• Build a long-range capital plan to reduce last-minute spending and emergency repairs

• Ensure infrastructure investments are tied to clear outcomes and community priorities

• Improve financial forecasting and transparency so residents know where their money is going, and why

• Determine if there are additional ways to leverage town assets as a revenue stream

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Jon, Seth, and Elizabeth understand that Glen Rock residents want quality services -- but also deserve financial stability.  We’re ready to roll up our sleeves, challenge the status quo, and get Glen Rock back on solid financial footing.  That’s the responsible path forward -- and the kind of leadership our town needs.