Commission Chairman
In local government, there is no substitute for a proven track record. For three decades, Steve Hersey has been a fixture of the Putnam County community—not just as a resident, but as a leader who was at the head of the table during our most critical moments.
Putnam County doesn't have time for a learning curve. We need someone who has already led the School Board, chaired the County Commission, and spent 30 years protecting our community.
Rezonings must be Project-Specific. What's promised is what must be built—or the process starts over. No more switching plans after approval is granted.
Residential neighborhoods are for families, not commercial sprawl. Steve will defend the character of our communities against unchecked development pressure.
Your tax dollars deserve disciplined, executive-level budgeting. Steve brings proven financial stewardship to county government—no waste, no shortcuts.
"Institutional Knowledge": the collective memory of an organization, encompassing all the documented facts, unwritten processes, history of decision-making, and cultural nuances learned by over time.
It is a critical asset that helps the commission make informed decisions, maintain operational efficiency, and prevent the repetition of past mistakes.
This shared understanding generally consists of two primary forms:
Explicit Knowledge Tangible, easily documented information like employee handbooks, standard operating procedures, historical data, and client files.
Implicit Knowledge Intangible wisdom that lives in the minds of our commission, such as intuition, unwritten workplace rules, interpersonal relationships, and hands-on problem-solving skills.