Steve and I have worked together

in the past and I consider him to be a friendly acquaintance. I'm not

exactly "Rain Man" when it comes to number crunching, but I

offer much of the same qualities and experiences as Steve does. I know

Peachtree City, the internal processes, the senior management, the financial

structure and day-to-day operations.

I'm not running for office

to run against him. I am running for office because I want to serve my

community in a capacity that will give me the opportunity to really make

a difference in our daily lives.

Although I have a tremendous

knowledge base of our city's history and its internal operations, I do

not believe Council should get involved with the day-to-day operations

of our government. I believe Council should lead with integrity, chart

our course with clear direction, and continue to keep an eye on the horizon

to ensure we stay on course. I also believe that Council should ensure

an open government and provide an equal forum for all citizens.

I can't promise that you will

be happy with every vote I will cast. Sometimes, the right choice isn't

necessarily the most popular choice. But, I can assure you that I will

make informed decisions. I won't take things at face value. I will research

both sides to an issue and listen carefully before casting my vote. And,

I will follow through and ensure that City Council's directions are carried

out with integrity and efficiency.

I realize that one member of

City Council is powerless to provide direction or initiate action without

the majority of Council supporting him. It is going to take teamwork with

open and honest communication to effectively accomplish our goals and

objectives.

I welcome all of your questions

and concerns. Feel free to call me at 678-364-8371 or send an e-mail to

[email protected] .

Nancy Faulkner

Peachtree City

[Faulkner is an announced

candidate for Peachtree City Council. The Citizen welcomes letters from

candidates for all local offices and from citizens commenting on the candidates

and issues raised. We will print the letters from candidates and a representative

sampling of others subject to standard editing practices for length and

conformity to libel laws, until the week before the election.]