About Kathy:
Kathy Carr brings more than three decades of leadership experience in education, where she managed budgets, led teams, and worked closely with students and families.

Priorities:

• Restore trust in county leadership
• Improve civility and communication in government
• Increase transparency in county decisions
• Strengthen cooperation between county institutions
• Represent residents on issues like growth and land use

Community Involvement:
Kathy regularly attends County Commission meetings and related boards and committees to stay engaged with local issues and resident concerns.

Campaign Message:
“It’s about stewardship — not politics!” Kitty Allen emphasizes protecting land, water, and rural community character.

Priorities:

• Protect clean water and natural resources
• Promote responsible, orderly growth
• Preserve rural communities and farmland
• Increase county government accountability

District Coverage:
Includes rural Washington County communities such as Limestone, Chuckey, Jonesborough, and surrounding areas.

Campaign Message:
“We deserve leadership that prioritizes residents and protects our community values.”

Priorities:

• Protect rural land and community character
• Ensure responsible development decisions
• Increase transparency in county government
• Strengthen local representation in planning processes

Community Focus:
Ashley emphasizes active engagement with residents and participation in local issues affecting Washington County communities.

Background:
Jessica Fuller is Northeast Tennessee born and raised. She studied mass communications at East Tennessee State University and spent six years as a local journalist, including work at the Johnson City Press and WJHL, covering education, local events, and county government.

Priorities:

• Transparency: Improve communication between county government and residents, including tax decisions, zoning, and long-term planning
• Smart Growth: Support infrastructure and housing development decisions guided by community input
• Land Conservation: Protect farmland, natural resources, and rural character; oppose development that harms community land use priorities

Approach:
Emphasizes grassroots engagement, open communication, and ensuring residents are informed and involved in county decisions.

Background:
Brian has lived in East Tennessee for over a decade and serves as pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Elizabethton. He is also a chaplain, volunteer coach, and community leader involved in youth programs and local service organizations.

What He Stands For:

• Integrity: Careful review of major county decisions and long-term impacts on residents
• Accountability: Transparent budgeting, public reporting, and accessible governance
• Progress: Responsible infrastructure planning, managed growth, and investment in public services

Approach:
His campaign centers on listening to residents, improving communication between government and constituents, and prioritizing thoughtful, fact-based decision-making for the county’s future.

Housing Stability & Affordability:
Expand housing support programs, strengthen eviction prevention, and improve access to repair and stabilization resources for homeowners and seniors.

Public Safety & Accountability:
Improve oversight of public safety spending, support prevention programs, and focus enforcement resources on repeat violent offenders.

Property Tax Accountability:
Promote fiscal oversight, reduce inefficiencies in county spending, and oppose unnecessary tax increases.

Seniors First:
Expand transportation access, strengthen aging-in-place services, and protect funding for senior support programs.

Infrastructure & Transportation:
Invest in roads, parks, and transit systems while improving service reliability and access for seniors and disabled residents.

Background & Platform:
The campaign emphasizes practical governance, prioritizing efficient use of taxpayer dollars, oversight of county operations, and policies aimed at improving public services without unnecessary growth in spending.

Key Priorities:

• Fiscal discipline and reduced waste in county spending
• Support for law enforcement and public safety resources
• Transparency in county decision-making and budgeting
• Infrastructure maintenance and service reliability

Approach:
Focused on operational efficiency, accountability to taxpayers, and keeping county government responsive to resident concerns.

Background:
Experienced in external communications and community engagement, with professional work spanning cultural, educational, and regional development organizations in Northeast Tennessee.

Public Service Focus:

• Community-focused governance
• Transparent communication between county government and residents
• Support for regional cultural and economic development

Approach:
Emphasizes accessibility, communication, and engagement with residents across Washington County.

Website:
https://sarahlaposky.com

Background:
Lori has lived in the Tri-Cities region for most of her life and has called Johnson City home for over two decades. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Geography from East Tennessee State University with a focus on land use planning and natural resource management, graduating with academic honors.

Issues & Values:

• Natural & Cultural Heritage: Protect parks, trails, waterways, and historic community spaces through thoughtful stewardship
• Education: Support public schools and evidence-based learning environments that prepare students for the future
• Smart Growth: Encourage responsible infrastructure and housing development that balances growth and community character
• Public Services: Strengthen emergency response, public safety, and health systems
• Housing: Promote affordability and stability for families and seniors
• Transparency: Ensure government decisions are accessible and guided by resident input

Approach:
Emphasizes fairness, dignity, and community-driven decision-making, with a focus on listening to residents and strengthening long-term quality of life in Washington County.

Values:

• Community: Emphasizes trust-building, inclusive dialogue, and collaborative leadership grounded in local engagement
• Responsibility: Focus on transparent leadership, fiscal stewardship, evidence-based decision-making, and careful management of county resources
• Opportunity: Supports sustainable regional growth that balances development with preserving local culture and quality of life

Background:
Jodi Jones moved to Johnson City with her family over two decades ago. She serves as faculty in ETSU’s College of Medicine. Her family is active in the region, and she remains engaged in community life through neighborhood involvement, outdoor activities, and local events.

Approach:
Centers on listening to residents, using evidence in decision-making, and promoting growth strategies that preserve the character and long-term stability of Washington County.

Focus Areas:

• Community participation in county decision-making
• Transparency in public meetings and budgeting
• Improved communication between residents and commissioners
• Responsible local governance

Approach:
Emphasizes accessibility, responsiveness, and ensuring residents have a consistent voice in county decisions.

Background:
MG Wooten emphasizes lived educational experience and advocacy for students across Washington County Public Schools.

Key Priorities:

• Improving student academic outcomes
• Strengthening teacher support and compensation discussions
• Ensuring equitable access to education resources
• Supporting school nutrition and student well-being

Background:
Sarah Jayne Della Vecchia is a Registered Nurse, foster parent, and mother of twin boys who is running to bring practical, family-centered leadership to Tennessee State House District 7. Her professional and personal experiences have shaped her commitment to improving healthcare access, strengthening support systems for children and families, and expanding housing opportunities.

Key Priorities:

• Expanding access to affordable, quality healthcare
• Increasing access to affordable housing for Tennessee families
• Reforming and improving accountability within the Department of Children’s Services (DCS)
• Building stronger support systems for children, families, and foster parents