PLATFORM
While other candidates make generic or "pie in the sky" campaign promises, Lisa Knapp has actually proven herself during her 12 years in office.
ISSUES
Holding the line on excessive, high-density development, and protecting our residential spaces.
Lisa has the most township experience of any Orange Township trustee, including 27 years of zoning experience, which provides her with a unique ability to fearlessly navigate this complex area of township management.
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Lisa is the only elected trustee whose campaign is not funded by big developers. .
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Lisa votes "no" on developments that don't conform with our township's land use plan.
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Lisa isn't afraid to tell developers publicly and privately that if they do not like Orange Township's standards, they can build elsewhere.
Transparency
From 2012-2018, Lisa was the only elected official who was concerned that the trustees had not seen a SINGLE bank or investment statement for nearly a decade. After much public effort, she was able to ensure that trustees finally received the information required to be provided to them in order to provide the oversight that is such an important part of their duties.
All trustee meetings are now broadcast live on YouTube for the public's convenience. Lisa advocated for this since 2012.
Safety Services
Our fire department is arguably the best in the area. Lisa will continue to support local control of our safety services.
Fiscal Oversight/Ensuring Taxpayer Money is Spent Wisely
During her 12 years in office, Lisa not only saved millions of dollars, but also increased revenues.
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Reduced legal fees by 17% average over 8 year period.
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Implemented EMS billing program, bringing in over $300,000 per year.
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Saving $150,000/year by eliminating contractor who submitted over $2 million in sparse invoices with no documentation (payments approved by former trustees & fiscal officer).
Service to Residents
Lisa invested in all new management during her second 4 years in office, and several new employees since then, resulting in a team that was invested in our community and happy to help our residents. A brand new website was also created which provided better information and additional features.
Parks
Lisa and township staff actively worked on designing & completing the trails system, as well as the new North playground that includes ADA and other unique features not seen in other Orange Township Parks!
