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Martha B. Hooker

REPUBLICAN

Martha B. Hooker is running for Roanoke County Supervisor, Catawba District, Republican Primary.

Personal background

Martha has a bachelor's degree in marketing from Harding University. She lives with her husband, Brian. She has two children and five grandchildren.

Professional background

Martha is a work-based learning coordinator for Roanoke County Schools. She used to be a marketing coordinator and business teacher for Glenvar High School.

Political background

Martha B. Hooker is currently county supervisor representing the Catawba District. She was first elected in 2015 and has been in office for two terms. She is chair of the board, and she used to be vice chair.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As a county supervisor, helped get funding to build a career and technical education center and to upgrade two elementary schools.

As a county supervisor, helped get funding for a shuttle to McAfee's Knob on the Appalachian Trail.

As a county supervisor, supported expanding broadband internet access.

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Housing & Urban Development

As of May 3, 2023, Martha B. Hooker’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Public Services

As a county supervisor, helped create a partnership between Salem and Roanoke City to build a 111-acre business park.

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Public Safety

Wants funding to expand Catawba Hospital to include treatment for substance abuse disorder.

As a county supervisor, helped get more funding for the police.

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Taxes & Budget

Wants to lower taxes.

As a county supervisor, lowered personal property taxes.

As a county supervisor, lower the machinery and tools tax on businesses five times in seven years.

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