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Stought announces candidacy for Purcellville Town Council seat

As of July 25, 2023, Caleb J. Stought’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Housing & Urban Development

Said "As a council member, I would work hard to build good relationships with town staff, the local business community, and other local governments."

- Said "As a council member, I would work hard to build good relationships with town staff, the local business community, and other local governments."

Public Services

Public Safety

Said that the biggest issue facing the town are misconduct of elected officials and mismanagement of finances.

Wants to put Purcellville on solid financial footing while maintaining appropriate revenue streams and balancing the budget.

Said "For years Purcellville has kicked the can down the road on issues like debt payment, by refinancing and adding $11 million to our debt to avoid rate increases. Only now are we grappling with the fact that our annual debt payment will increase by over $1 million next year (roughly $400 per household annually), despite knowing about it for years."

- Said that the biggest issue facing the town are misconduct of elected officials and mismanagement of finances.
- Wants to put Purcellville on solid financial footing while maintaining appropriate revenue streams and balancing the budget.
- Said "For years Purcellville has kicked the can down the road on issues like debt payment, by refinancing and adding $11 million to our debt to avoid rate increases. Only now are we grappling with the fact that our annual debt payment will increase by over $1 million next year (roughly $400 per household annually), despite knowing about it for years."

Taxes & Budget

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Caleb J. Stought

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city. 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- Most city council members in Virginia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are partisan.