Blue Ridge Leader & Loudoun Today, Board Chairman Candidate Kroiz is firmly planted

Samuel is from Loudoun County. He studied environmental science at the University of Virginia. He lives in Lovettsvile with his wife, Molly, and their two children.

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Samuel is a farmer. He owns and works at Georges Mill Farm.

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Samuel R. Kroiz previously ran for Catoctin District supervisor in 2019 and did not win.

As of July 17, 2023, Samuel R. Kroiz’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Opposes expansion of urban development into rural farming areas of western Loudoun

Said, "people have the right to develop their property but local government needs to be reasonable in their limits. Unreasonable development would be that which changes the whole character of the area and destroys the quality of life here"

Said, "I’m unhappy with Loudoun’s elected leaders from both parties because they make so many bad decisions that serve developers’ interests over the public’s interests"

- Opposes expansion of urban development into rural farming areas of western Loudoun
- Said, "people have the right to develop their property but local government needs to be reasonable in their limits. Unreasonable development would be that which changes the whole character of the area and destroys the quality of life here"
- Said, "I’m unhappy with Loudoun’s elected leaders from both parties because they make so many bad decisions that serve developers’ interests over the public’s interests"

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Loudon County, Board of Supervisors Chair Phyllis J. Randall

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Phyllis has lived in Loudon for 30 years with her husband, Thaddeus. They live in Lansdowne and have two adult sons.

Phyllis is a mental health therapist focusing on substance dependence.

Phyllis Randall is currently chair of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors. She was first elected in 2015 and has been in office for eights years. She used to be the chair of Virginia's Fair Housing board for two years, starting in 2009, and chair of Virginia’s State Board of Correction for four years starting in 2014.

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Plans to update the zoning ordinance to implement the Board's land use plan.

- Plans to update the zoning ordinance to implement the Board's land use plan.

As board chair, she passed the Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan, which outlined how the county will meet the needs of residents who cannot afford rent or to buy a house.

- As board chair, she passed the Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan, which outlined how the county will meet the needs of residents who cannot afford rent or to buy a house.

Plans to create a non-profit campus which would create one location for counseling, mental health services, medical and dental services, and housing assistance for people who cannot usually afford it.

- Plans to create a non-profit campus which would create one location for counseling, mental health services, medical and dental services, and housing assistance for people who cannot usually afford it.

As of July 18, 2023, Phyllis J. Randall did not have a website or any information online.

As board chair, she led an initiative of tax relief for spouses and families of U.S. military service members who died while serving.

- As board chair, she led an initiative of tax relief for spouses and families of U.S. military service members who died while serving.

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Loudoun County Republican Committee, Stephen Karbelk Chairman At Large

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Stephen Karbelk is from Springfield, Virginia. He attended West Springfield High School. He has a bachelor of arts in history from George Mason University. He lives with his wife in Ashburn.

Stephen Karbelk is a director/partner at Century 21 Commercial New Millenium and the CEO of real estate firm RealMarkets. He previously worked at DSP Real Estate Capital, Auction Markets, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Turnaround Management Association, National Commercial Auctioneers, Williams & Williams, and Tranzon Fox.

Stephen Karbelk's campaign for Board of Supervisors Chair is his first entry into politics.

Plans to address congestion, improve traffic safety, enhance metro ridership, and ensure that the metro is cost effective for Loudoun residents.

Supports "the reduction of toll rates on the Dulles Greenway" and "developing alternative routes in partnership with other entities to alleviate the burden on taxpayers."

Wants to increase funding for regional transportation programs by using revenue sources other than taxes on Loudoun residents.

Plans to implement farmland preservation programs to protect the farming and rural communities of the county.

Supports "preserving cultural heritage, enhancing quality of life, ensuring rural open space, preserving farmland, and promoting sustainable development."

Prioritizes the development of reliable transportation networks, high-speed internet access, and the development of business parks and innovation hubs.

- Plans to address congestion, improve traffic safety, enhance metro ridership, and ensure that the metro is cost effective for Loudoun residents.
- Supports "the reduction of toll rates on the Dulles Greenway" and "developing alternative routes in partnership with other entities to alleviate the burden on taxpayers."
- Wants to increase funding for regional transportation programs by using revenue sources other than taxes on Loudoun residents.
- Plans to implement farmland preservation programs to protect the farming and rural communities of the county.
- Supports "preserving cultural heritage, enhancing quality of life, ensuring rural open space, preserving farmland, and promoting sustainable development."
- Prioritizes the development of reliable transportation networks, high-speed internet access, and the development of business parks and innovation hubs.

Plans to engage county stakeholders and residents in the process of commercial and residential rezoning of the county.

- Plans to engage county stakeholders and residents in the process of commercial and residential rezoning of the county.

Supports prioritizing education and the financial support of teachers in Loudoun County.

Plans to invest further in the public education system of the county and conduct a strategic budget overhaul of the school board.

Supports evidence based decision making for the school board, proposing the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the public school system.

Wants strong social service partnerships with non-profit organizations to support citizens of Loudoun County.

- Supports prioritizing education and the financial support of teachers in Loudoun County.
- Plans to invest further in the public education system of the county and conduct a strategic budget overhaul of the school board.
- Supports evidence based decision making for the school board, proposing the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the public school system.
- Wants strong social service partnerships with non-profit organizations to support citizens of Loudoun County.

Supports the Loudoun County Sheriff's Department and effective law enforcement in the county.

Plans to increase the number of police and fire department stations.

Wants to enhance the communication between the Commonwealth Attorney's office, law enforcement agencies, and schools officials.

Plans to implement new protocols to protect the rights of victims in Loudoun County.

- Supports the Loudoun County Sheriff's Department and effective law enforcement in the county.
- Plans to increase the number of police and fire department stations.
- Wants to enhance the communication between the Commonwealth Attorney's office, law enforcement agencies, and schools officials.
- Plans to implement new protocols to protect the rights of victims in Loudoun County.

Wants to conduct town hall meetings and regular surveys to incorporate the opinion of taxpayers into how the county budget should be formed.

Plans to implement "oversight mechanisms, regular audits, and transparency in financial transactions" to stop the wasteful use of tax dollars.

Supports transparent financial reporting of the county and streamlining the bureaucratic processes of budget proposals.

Said he "will advocate for business-friendly policies and incentives, such as tax incentives and streamlined permitting and zoning processes, to attract and retain businesses."

- Wants to conduct town hall meetings and regular surveys to incorporate the opinion of taxpayers into how the county budget should be formed.
- Plans to implement "oversight mechanisms, regular audits, and transparency in financial transactions" to stop the wasteful use of tax dollars.
- Supports transparent financial reporting of the county and streamlining the bureaucratic processes of budget proposals.
- Said he "will advocate for business-friendly policies and incentives, such as tax incentives and streamlined permitting and zoning processes, to attract and retain businesses."

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- The chairman of the board of supervisors works together with members of the board to set and implement county policy. 
- The board of supervisors is tasked with approving the county budget, setting local tax rates, approving plans for land use in the county, and appointing county officials. 
- The chairman of the board calls meetings, sets the agenda, chooses officials to appoint to county commissions and boards, and voters along with other board members. 
- The chairman of the board of supervisors represents the entire county. 
- Most board of supervisors chairs in Virginia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are partisan.
