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As your next Sheriff, I will bring over 20 years of law enforcement experience and a fresh,
positive perspective to office, focusing on:
Foster strong partnerships with all first responders, community citizens, & organizations to ensure a unified response to our community’s needs
Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, & transparency, ensuring our department is accountable to the people we serve
Leverage outside knowledge & expertise to bring innovative solutions & best practices to our department, enhancing service & protection to our citizens
Provide ongoing training & development opportunities to ensure our employees have the skills & knowledge necessary to excel in their duties
Uphold the principles of the US Constitution, protecting the rights & freedoms of all citizens
Manage resources effectively, ensuring efficient use of taxpayer dollars to maximize public safety and foster responsible growth
I’m a Kansas native, born in 1979, and raised on my family’s farm in Nemaha County, where my parents still reside. I’m one of seven siblings, and our farm has been a cornerstone of our family for generations.
I’m a proud husband to Amy, my wife of 18 years, and father to three sons, Kaden, Brody, and Bentley. We’ve experienced the joy of watching our children grow and thrive, as well as the heartbreak of losing our daughter Ava in 2008. Her memory continues to inspire me to serve others with compassion and empathy.
I graduated from Centralia High School in 1998 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Kansas State University in 2002. While at K-State, I met my wife Amy, who was born and raised in Junction City. We married in 2006 and have made Geary County our home.