Richard Barnett

Background

Barnett is a longtime West Point community member. He described working on a cattle and chicken farm, as a machinist, on an oil rig, and in warehouse distribution, including management; he also operated two convenience stores for 16 years. He said he and his wife have raised four children and have attended West Point First Baptist Church for 30 years.

Sources: The Cullman Tribune: A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Road construction

  He wants more proactive public communication about road construction.

  The Cullman Tribune: A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2

• Law enforcement

  He wants the county to support law enforcement.

  The Cullman Tribune: A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2

• School support

  He believes local companies could do more to support local schools.

  The Cullman Tribune: A word with Richard Barnett, candidate for Cullman County Commission, District 2