League of Women Voters of Ohio Education Fund
Hamilton County, OH November 8, 2005 Election
	Tom Kramig Answers Questions Candidate for Council Member; City of Wyoming

Questions & Answers

1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)

As a 30+ year resident of Wyoming I feel I have a good understanding of the value of living in our community. I am active in a number of City & recreational programs, that provides me tremendous interaction with fellow Wyoming residents.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)

First and foremost the city must maintain fiscal responsibility. The city must run efficiently and effectively. Secondly we must maintain, and wherever possible, improve the high quality of life we have all come to appreciate in Wyoming. Safe neighborhoods, community spirit and a willingness to volunteer unlike any I have seen across the country, make Wyoming one of the finest places to live in Greater Cincinnati. Finally we must do everything possible to develop alternative sources of income for the City to operate. From State and Federal grants, to attracting new business, City leaders must do everything in their power to keep taxes down. However, economic development should not be done at the expense of the "neighborhood feel" of Wyoming.

3. What steps would you take to ensure that all public facilities are accessible to people with disabilities? (100 words limit)

All City buildings MUST be in compliance with the American Disabilities Act. There is currently money set aside to install an elevator in the Recreation Center. The Municipal Building, Civic Center and Safety Services building must also be in compliance with this Federal Law.

4. What specific steps will you take to expand recycling services in your community? (100 words limit)

Wyoming has a tremendous record for recycling. Education is the key and I believe the best way to reach families is through their children. The City needs to work cooperatively with the school system to encourage and even create incentives for families to recycle.

5. What steps would you take to provide affordable housing for all residents of your community? (100 words limit)

Wyoming has a fairly wide range of housing options from Apartments to Single and Multi-family homes. The City is also essentially land-locked and therefore there is very little opportunity for new housing development. I believe Wyoming's housing focus needs to be on enforcement of existing housing standards.

6. How will the Council make more efficient use of their tax income?

It is up to Council to demand efficiency from the City Manager and all City Departments. New programs & projects should not be initiated without a thorough cost analysis.