Issues

There are several areas and issues for which I am already working on for Hideout. My major goals start with:

Putting an end to legal fees that consumed $398K (22% of your Hideout tax dollar), which is 8 - 10 times what our neighboring communities spend
Put some of these savings into developing Ross Creek recreational amenities, a community center area, and a decent place to eat
Maintain a ceiling on future residential growth when it compromises our views
Commit to everyone having a voice in their community, not just a chosen few
Build a fresh perspective, emphasizing balanced growth

In addition, the following are issues and challenges that I am currently working on for Hideout:

Completing our vital water study
Continue to work with the Richardson Flat – Silver Meadows Annexation project which will be a prime source of revenue for the town while providing a place to shop and have a meal
Continue our efforts for the Ross Creek site so that we have the opportunity for recreational retail (perhaps like a White Pine Touring) and additional open space that the town controls including acquisition of lands in a public-private partnership. This area can also easily support a community center and recreational area for Hideout given its central location
Working to make our town, streets, and SR 248 safer
Protecting our viewsheds and keeping our property values high
Continuing our efforts for open space, trails and recreational amenities
Building a fire-wise community protecting us from potential wildfire dangers, while working to keep property insurance accessible and affordable
Maintain fiscal responsibility including optimizing our sources of funds including incorporating more grant writing
Being more of a regional participant and force, and building bridges to our surrounding communities which hopefully result in more cooperation and fewer disputes

Lastly, I want to create more transparency with you, our residents. To that end, on Tuesday July 29, from 4:00 - 5:00 PM, I will be initiating the “mayor-hour” where residents can schedule a 10-15 minute call with me to discuss your ideas, input, and hot topics. Please refer to the Hideout town website for sign-up times.

I look forward to building a shared vision for Hideout and feel free to reach out me at ralphforhideout@gmail.com or leave a message for me at 435-731-4048