Letter to the Editor: Supports Cornelius for New Kent Commissioner of Revenue

I am writing to give my support for Terry Cornelius, who is running for the office of Commissioner of Revenue for New Kent County.

The office has been in the grip of an incumbent machine for 16 years. As a believer in term limits, I say it is time for new leadership.

Terry’s opponent has lost touch with the citizens. The office is currently using some of the highest evaluations available to assess tax, resulting in many people keeping their boats and RVs in different counties.

Our business tax is enforced ruthlessly on ‘Mom and Pop’ businesses while forgiving mega-companies in the form of upfront grants. Some of our elected officials operate businesses in neighboring counties to avoid the high tax [in New Kent].

Terry is a family man and a team leader. He will represent the citizens of New Kent. With the business and leadership experience he possesses, he will be accountable to the citizens of New Kent. Terry will make the appeals process more simplified and will regularly attend the office. Please come out and vote for Terry Cornelius for Commissioner of Revenue.

Earl L. Hatchell
New Kent