Jeff Swisher is a proven leader for Jones County

To the Editor,

     I am writing this letter in support of Jeff Swisher for Jones County Supervisor.

     I have known and worked closely with Jeff Swisher for over 20 years. This gave me the unique opportunity to get to know the real person behind the badge. He has great integrity and the rare ability to connect with people no matter their situation or background. Jeff treated people fair and was popular with the public, even when honesty wasn’t what they wanted to hear.

     In 2011, I was elected Jones County Sheriff. One of my most important immediate decisions was the appointment of chief deputy. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all Sheriff Office activities and serves as acting Sheriff in my absence. This position carries tremendous managerial and financial responsibilities within county government.

     Our office faced some difficult challenges, one of which was how to afford new technology. Today’s technology is ever changing. Researching, understanding, and implementing technology that will save employees time, make us more efficient and save taxpayer money.

     I appointed Jeff Chief Deputy. Our partnership led our agency to be the most technologically advanced and proficient that it has ever been. Jeff is forward thinking and willing to do the research necessary to make fiscally smart decisions. By researching, planning, and systemically implementing new technology and procedures our agency will not just benefit today, but years into the future. This saves time and ultimately taxpayer money.

     The Jones County Board of Supervisors makes some of the most financial and important decisions for our county. This affects not only our Sheriff’s Office, but every level of county government. In tough times, Jones County needs proven leadership. Jeff Swisher has proven he is a dedicated leader who can represent all of us and move this county into the future.

     The recent COVID-19 pandemic has created one of the most difficult circumstances of my 25-year career. The longer impact of COVID-19 will be the financial difficulty created by this pandemic. This will affect our citizens, businesses, and ultimately county government. Tough decisions will need to be made that will affect each department of the county and ultimately the taxpayers we serve. This will take strong leadership with a proven record of common sense, financial responsibility, and making decisions that are researched, educated, and in the best interest for all citizens as we move forward in these difficult times.

     I am confident that if Jeff Swisher is elected to the Jones County Board of Supervisors he can be that proven leader who helps our county move forward in both the good and difficult times. He has a proven record of service, leadership, and willing to put the time in to make the best decision for all of our citizens. This is why I am endorsing Jeff Swisher for Jones County Board of Supervisors.

Sincerely,

Greg Graver

Monticello, Iowa