Letter to the Editor: I’m casting my vote for Brad Magg

When it is time to cast a vote for someone in my district I first look at three items:

• How long have they lived in the district?

• Have they served on any projects that would prepare them for this position?

• Are they running to represent all of the people in the district?

Two years ago I knew Brad Magg was the owner of Goldie’s in Prairie City and he had a popular catering service. Learning he was going to run for House District 38 in Newton and Colfax I decided to learn more about Brad and why he was interested in this position.

By reading, listening to him speak and by attending several community events I have learned to appreciate his successful endeavors and his willingness to help everyone in Jasper County.

Brad is a lifelong resident of Jasper County and is a proud citizen of Colfax. He started his catering service at the age of 14 and later became the owner of Goldies Ice Cream Shoppe. He has been deeply involved in community service: he has served his community on the city council from 2010 to the present and is a founding and current board member of Colfax Mail Street. For 12 years, Brad was a board member for United Way of Jasper County. Brad has a plethora of other service accomplishments. His experiences have prepared him for working with all community members. He understands the challenges of small communities and how their budgets operate.

He is deeply concerned about all aspects of life in Jasper County. He has a solid understanding how funding for public education affects all of us. He knows what happens to communities that lose their schools or need to close buildings because of the loss of revenue. Brad educates himself on all medical issues including filling positions at our local hospital. He stepped out to help his community by becoming part owner of the local pharmacy. I know his businesses will not influence his decision-making.

For these reasons I will cast my vote for Brad Magg.