Courtney Goza for Kyle City Council District 1 At Large

Courtney Goza

How can voters contact you?

Campaign Email - courtneygoza@gmail.com
Campaign Website - none
Facebook/Social Media - https://www.facebook.com/share/1ASdvGkJwv/
Phone Number - 512-468-7076 

 

1. In a few sentences, tell us about your background, focusing on your education, professional experience, and leadership roles that prepared you for this position?
I have a BA in Business, coursework for an MBA, an Associate's Certificate in Government Contracting, and am a licensed Texas real estate agent. I have served on multiple boards and have a successful business.

 

Instructions: For the next questions, please limit your responses to 100 words each.

2. Many residents are dissatisfied with road conditions, traffic congestion, and limited sidewalks in Kyle. What specific steps would you take to improve mobility without overburdening taxpayers?
We have an extensive capital improvement budget. I believe we are using it to pay for many "wants" within the community and would like to see it redirected to our "needs" which are the roads.

 

3. Many in our city are fearful of the warrantless and extrajudicial removal of Latino members of our community by federal authorities. Where do you stand on the federal government’s deportation agenda?
I believe the Federal Government is going to follow their agenda regardless of the stance of a council member for the City of Kyle.

 

4. The cost of water utilities in Kyle are going up and residents are concerned about the long term sustainability of our water. How can the city ensure that we have a secure water supply for the long term future of Kyle?
Growth has to be slowed down. That allows the additional water supply already in development to come in while ensuring we have enough until then. I would like to see a focus on educating the citizens about water conservation and the impact lawn watering has on our supply.

 

5. Kyle has seen rapid commercial growth, often dominated by fast food and corporate chain stores. What policies or incentives would you propose to attract and support local businesses, small retailers, and locally owned restaurants, while maintaining the city’s unique character?
I would support up front grants for businesses moving into the downtown area if they fit certain criteria. Any grants need to be a set amount and not the variable incentives we have seen. They also need to be tied to performance of specific milestones.

 

6. Compensation for Kyle’s mayor and council members has been a regular topic of conversation in Kyle. Should compensation be lower, stay the same, or be higher?
The compensation should stay the same. Spending by City Council members also needs to be re-evaluated.

 

7. Kyle has plans for parks, art installations, downtown developments, a sportsplex, and more. What possible City projects are you most (or least) looking forward to?
I do not believe now is the right time for a sportsplex. The citizens are looking more for a recreation center. The sportsplex is going to add more congestion in Plum Creek and more stress on our water supply. The city needs to scale back on these "want" projects and focus on the "needs" of the citizens.