Photo courtesy of Dirk Padgett
Dirk Padgett has announced that he is candidate for the nomination for the Amsterdam District seat on the Board of Supervisors in the June Republican Primary.
A news release from the candidate said:
“I officially announce today that I am a Republican candidate for Botetourt County Board of Supervisors, Amsterdam District, which includes the voting precincts of Greenfield and Lord Botetourt (Troutville, Daleville, Haymakertown and part of Cloverdale).
“As a successful attorney/prosecutor, and Iraqi war veteran, I have led the fight for the rights of citizens throughout the Commonwealth and overseas in the Middle East. Defending our nation after the 9/11 attacks, I was mobilized twice to active duty, where I was responsible for engaging in tough negotiations with Iraqi warlords, militia leaders, and sometimes corrupt government officials. Subsequently, during my tour in the Pentagon, I navigated the complex U.S. government bureaucracy, building productive working interactive relationships between the Departments of State, Defense, DHS, Justice, and the CIA. After military service I founded a successful private law practice, spending hours almost every day in court fighting for people in need.
“I am well prepared to tackle the challenges facing this county, such as taxes; prioritizing spending on our law enforcement and first responders; improving our schools and building a new LBHS; uncontrolled growth and unnecessary expenditures. I will fight for Botetourt County citizens and promote conservative values and the will of the people of this district and county.
“Although I have received enormous support from citizens who are already aware of my candidacy, I will continue to need help. Please consider giving your support and helping in my fight for this county!”
~ Submitted by Dirk Padgett
