CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – As early voting approaches this week, the candidates for mayor of the City of Clarksville have been meeting with voters and discussing the issues. The candidates are Mark Riggins, Wanda Smith and Brian Zacharias.
To help voters with their choice on the ballot, Clarksville Now is publishing articles on plans for their first 100 days in office, if elected. Here is the response from Councilwoman Wanda Smith.
Smith said her vision consists of two principles: Smart Growth and Smart Infrastructure. “Smart Growth suggest that I will be intentional, proactive and strategetic about managing the city’s growth, budget and infrastructure,” she said.
Wanda Smith on first 100 days
“In my first 100 days, I will meet with every department head and establish a clear 100-day goals for the city, after, I will publicly release my administration’s mission, vision, and priorities for Clarksville.
“Second, I will order a thorough ‘audit’ of the city’s budget, spending, contracts, and major projects so we can identify waste, improve efficiency, and make sure taxpayer dollars aligned with the city’s goals…