Sedona, AZ — Lori Drake is the only Republican candidate running for the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors seat for District 3. She is a fourth-generation Verde Valley resident, born and raised in Cottonwood, Arizona, and has a deep connection to the community. She won the Republican Primary in July without accepting any donations from industries or businesses, emphasizing her commitment to serving the people rather than special interests.
Lori holds conservative values and prioritizes a small-town lifestyle, law enforcement, controlled growth, rural values, and protecting natural resources. She is against any type of governmental overreach. Lori’s experience includes serving on the Mingus Union High School Governing Board and working as a substitute teacher in the community. Her focus on education, community service, and public safety underlines her dedication to improving life in District 3.
She is committed to transparency, open communication, and making decisions that reflect the best interests of the district.
Where Does Lori Stand?
As our community faces a range of critical issues—from managing water resources to planning for growth—Lori stands at the forefront, dedicated to making informed and balanced decisions. Here’s a comprehensive look at where Lori stands on key issues that matter to our community:
Safeguarding Our Water Resources
Water is a vital asset, and Lori is committed to its careful management. While she supports collaboration with the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to ensure sustainable practices, Lori is opposed to unnecessary bureaucracy, such as creating an additional county department or establishing an Active Management Area (AMA) for Yavapai County. She believes that these steps could lead to costly legal challenges and wouldn’t necessarily increase our water resources.
Strengthening Public Safety and Border Security
Lori’s dedication to public safety is unwavering. She fully supports our city law enforcement and the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, recognizing their crucial role in maintaining safety and security. Lori advocates for equipping these departments with the necessary resources to tackle both local and national border-related issues effectively.
A Thoughtful Growth Advocate
Lori understands that growth is inevitable, and she emphasizes the importance of planning it wisely. By focusing on the strategic use of natural resources and water, she aims to foster sustainable development that meets the needs of our growing population. Lori is committed to creating opportunities for small businesses and ensuring high-paying jobs to boost our local economy.
Investing in District 3
Lori is a staunch advocate for ensuring that tax dollars are effectively utilized for capital improvements within District 3. She believes that residents should see tangible benefits from their contributions, with improvements made both locally and county-wide.
Addressing Traffic Challenges
When it comes to infrastructure, Lori is focused on solutions that balance community impact with functionality. She is exploring options for addressing traffic issues in the Village of Oak Creek and evaluating alternatives to improve State Route 179. Lori is committed to finding a plan that minimizes disruption while enhancing traffic flow.
Supporting Sedona Airport Operations
As the owner of Sedona Airport, Yavapai County benefits from the Sedona Airport Authority’s management. Lori supports the current operations, recognizing the positive impact they have on community travel and tourism. She believes in continuing to support these amenities for the benefit of our residents and visitors.
Managing Short-Term Rentals
Lori acknowledges the challenges posed by short-term rentals outside city limits. She advocates for protecting community health and safety while supporting the Sheriff’s Office’s initiative to establish a hub in the Village of Oak Creek for quicker response times.
Updating the Yavapai County Comprehensive Plan
Lori is committed to ensuring that the Yavapai County Comprehensive Plan reflects the needs of all communities within the county. She values ongoing citizen input and believes that the plan should be regularly updated to remain relevant and effective.
Addressing Slag Pile Mining and Environmental Concerns
With respect to Slag Pile Mining operations, Lori emphasizes the importance of protecting public health during the remediation process. She is dedicated to addressing health risks and ensuring that the necessary measures are in place for the safety of District 3 residents.
Exploring Solutions for Homelessness
Lori is not in favor of creating a homeless overnight parking lot but is committed to finding better solutions to address homelessness in our community. She is focused on exploring effective options to support those in need.
Regulating Off-Road Vehicles
Lori supports the enforcement of OHV rules to ensure safety and conservation. She believes in striking a balance that allows enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities while protecting our natural resources and wildlife from overuse.
Addressing Mining Contamination
The Verde Valley’s concerns about mining contamination are taken seriously by Lori. She is dedicated to ongoing testing and remediation efforts, advocating for transparency and resources to mitigate health risks associated with past copper mining operations.
Preserving Rural Values
Lori honors the rural values of conservation and self-reliance that have been central to our community’s identity. She is committed to preserving these values in community planning and decision-making.
Supporting Youth and Aging Communities
Lori is focused on improving services for both our youth and aging citizens. She recognizes the challenges faced by young people and retirees and is committed to finding solutions that enhance their quality of life, including job opportunities and affordable living.
Updating Flood Control Measures
With changing weather patterns, Lori supports updating flood control plans to protect residents from runoff and flash flooding. She aims to implement strategies that will safeguard our community and maintain a clean, safe environment.
Rural Roads
The infrastructure of our rural county roads must be maintained properly to ensure the safety and security of our citizens that rely on them.
Lori’s dedication to these issues reflects her commitment to thoughtful and effective leadership. As she continues to work towards solutions, her focus remains on balancing progress with the well-being of our community. A vote for Lori is a vote to keep Republican conservative values at the forefront for our community.
The following are but a few endorsements by those who have witnessed, first-hand the leadership skills of Lori Drake.
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4 Comments
I’m sorry this bit about STR control is lacking:
“Managing Short-Term Rentals
Lori acknowledges the challenges posed by short-term rentals outside city limits. She advocates for protecting community health and safety while supporting the Sheriff’s Office’s initiative to establish a hub in the Village of Oak Creek for quicker response times.”
What does response times have to do with limiting STR’s? I can only take away from this that you don’t support limits on STRs.
Could be the fact that we only have 2 on duty Sedona PD Officers on the night/mid shift and depend upon Mutual Aid from the two county sheriff’s offices during these time?
Arizona Statute limits what can be done in the unincorporated areas. I do know there are issues that require better response times and I support that happening. I do know that there are many STR in Sedona and the surrounding areas.
I have “many” STR on my street alone. Nearly every othe home on both sides of the street is a STR or BnB proper.