Richard Nieters

Please tell us a little bit about yourself and your family.
Married for 43 years, widowed in 2004, 3 adult children. Lifelong resident of Rockville. Served 3 years in US Army, 30 months in Germany.

What experiences do you have that prepares you for public office?
Served 6 terms, 12 years as Rockville Mayor, served 2 terms, 8 years on City Council, served 10 years as Planning Commission Chairman

Why did you decide to run for this office
Simply got tired of watching the current administration unable or unwilling to stop outrageous spending and destroying our good reputation. Rather than a good place to live we have become a good place to leave.

Top three issues you would tackle, if elected?
-Out of control spending!
-Restore leadership selection back to the firefighters
-Stop writing policy and ordinances without a clear understanding of the end result or cost