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Rick Grady
REPUBLICAN
Rick Grady is running for Collin County Judge, Republican Primary.
Personal background
Rick Grady has a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He volunteers with the All Neighbors Coalition Continuum of Care, Plano Community Relations Commission, Collin County Homeless Coalition, Collin County Veterans Coalition, The Turning Point, and the Samaritan Inn. Rick is a widower, and has one child and one grandchild.
Professional background
Rick previously worked as an executive at Electronic Data Systems, Affiliated Computer Services, Computer Task Force, and the Cornerstone Credit Union League. He served in the U.S. Army.
Political background
Rick currently serves as a member of the Collin County Central Appraisal District. He was first appointed in 2024. He previously served as a member of the Plano City Council for two terms from 2015 to 2023.
Economy
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Public Services
Plans to "focus on managing growth responsibly and ensuring the safety and prosperity of every community in Collin County."
As a Plano City Council member, worked to increase services for people experiencing homelessness.
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Public Safety
Believes public safety is lacking and wants to increase the number of sheriff's deputies.
Supports increased funding for law enforcement.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Believes county roads are unsafe and major thoroughfares lack funding.
Plans "to develop a maintenance schedule for all of its buildings to ensure they are safe and useful long-term."
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Education
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Public Health
Plans "to attract more health care facilities to the eastern half of the county."
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Energy & the Environment
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