Dayton Daily News, Montgomery County commission: Two candidates running in Republican primary

Kate is a lifelong community member of Montgomery County. She earned an associate degree in financial management from Sinclair Community College and a bachelor's degree in economics and organizational management from Wright State University. She has a daughter.

Kate has worked in finance roles in the healthcare industry.

Kate Baker was elected to the Huber Heights City Council in 2021.

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Said, "As county commissioner, she will be a watchdog for our tax dollars and make sure that tax dollars are used in the most effective way possible."

As a city council member, approved "strong, financially sound budgets."

- Promises effective use of tax dollars.
- As a city council member, approved "strong, financially sound budgets."

Economy

Supports addressing water infrastructure.

- Supports addressing water infrastructure.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Supports providing training, equipment, and increasing the number of deputies.

- Supports providing training, equipment, and increasing the number of deputies.

Public Safety

As of August 23, 2024, Kate Baker’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Public Services

Healthcare

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Kate Baker

Kate Baker is a lifelong community member of Montgomery County. She graduated from Wayne High School in Huber Heights and holds an Associate Degree in Financial Management from Sinclair Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Organizational Management from Wright State University. She has raised her daughter as a single mom.

Kate Baker is a member of the Huber Heights City Council. She is a professional in the finance industry.

Kate Baker was elected to the Huber Heights City Council in 2021, where she serves on multiple boards and committees.

- County commissioners are in charge of county renewal projects and maintaining the streets, roads, and public utilities. These projects try to improve the quality of life in the county, like increasing access to food or award grants to bring jobs. 
- County commissioners control budgeting and appropriations in the county. This means that county commissioners control what organizations and individuals receive the money from the county budget. 
- County commissioners have authority over government taxing and purchasing, and they hold the titles to all of the county property. 
- County commissioners in Ohio are typically elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Depending on your county, you may vote for the seat in your County Commission District, or all of them at-large. 

Member of the governing body for the county, has authority over taxing, budgeting, county property, and public services like utilities. 