KIRK DEVIERE
Proven Experience.
Delivers Results.
Puts People First.
My Why
I am running for Cumberland County Commissioner to provide steady leadership and ensure opportunities for everyone, drawing on my experience as a city councilman and state senator to deliver results and prioritize our community's needs
I am ready to roll up my sleeves and get back to work for you, focusing on strengthening our community and delivering results rather than promises by putting people first over political games.
What I am Fighting for
I will continue championing clean water, job growth, infrastructure investment, mental health, education, veterans, quality of life, and ensuring people have better opportunities. In previous elected positions, I have delivered for our community and will deliver again as your County Commissioner.
01
Growing our local economy & jobs
We must be deliberate to foster a robust business climate that creates a pathway for better jobs and diversifies our local economy, making it more resilient.
02
Ensuring our drinking water is clean & safe
Clean, safe drinking water is non-negotiable. We must educate our community on the dangers; work to enforce accountability; and expand public water.
03
Strengthening mental & public health resources
Increase funding for mental health services, bring awareness to healthcare options, and ensure our veterans have access to the services they deserve
04
Investing in our smaller towns' infrastructure
I am committed to ensuring these communities are not left behind by investing in infrastructure and ensuring they have the necessary services to thrive.
My Core Values
Leadership must be shown in "deeds, not words". Throughout my time in public service, I've been guided by a set of core values that shape every decision I make.
- People First: Prioritizing community needs over partisan politics.
- Servant Leadership: Leading through diverse experience (military, business, & public service)
- Opportunity for All: Creating pathways for every family to thrive.
- Accountability & Fiscal Responsibility: Managing public resources transparently and efficiently
Goals
As a former state and local elected official, I understand the importance of collaborating with colleagues to develop new or updated policies and I will initially focus on policy areas where my experience can make a significant impact
Providing safe, clean drinking water
I will advocate the establishment of an oversight committee comprising county officials, environmental experts, and community representatives to monitor GEN-X mitigation and develop comprehensive policy recommendations to eliminate water contamination and provide county-wide water. Additionally, we'll initiate a dedicated outreach program to equip residents with available resources for protecting their families from Gen-X contamination in wells.
Attracting diverse industries & nurturing entrepreneurship
I will work to streamline regulations, provide incentives for small businesses, and ensure adequate resources are available, fostering a robust business climate that creates a pathway for better jobs and diversifies our local economy, making it more resilient. Investing our workforce through vocational training and continuing education, in partnership with local businesses, educational institutions, and non-profits.
Strengthening mental and public health resources
I will advocate for increased funding for mental health services, support initiatives that bring awareness to healthcare options, and ensure our veterans have access to the services they deserve.
Recognizing the importance of childcare
I'll work to increase local funding for programs and support childcare providers, ensuring that every working family has access to affordable, quality childcare