Kirk Barnett
for Nederland Trustee...
"to effect positive change..."

        As a candidate for Trustee on the Town of Nederland’s board, I support creating a culture of sustainability for our great community.  I feel Nederland is the ideal community to play, live, work, and raise a family – its dynamic mix of people from different backgrounds makes Nederland a unique community of talented resources that, working together, can make our town a true utopia.
       
I support local options of controlled, sustainable revitalization of our town while leading the way in eco-friendly buildings, energy production, and waste and water treatment.  Nederland has the unique opportunity to act as a cultural and ecological role model for the rest of the world.  Our unique position gives our citizens the chance to create a truly forward-thinking approach to common problems in a town our size.  We have a social responsibility, in a sense, to turn our thinking inside-out and approach problems with renewed vigor and creativity.
       
With Nederland’s unique population of artists, musicians, scientists, educators and great thinkers, we literally can do anything.  I believe strongly in our community’s love for all things natural and beautiful and see that as our opportunity to create a presence of an eco- and socially- conscious, sustainable lifestyle for our citizens, visitors and surrounding communities.
        Nederland is a beautiful place to visit or live and should be taken care of with respect to the town, its citizens and the environment.  We are, in effect, at a crucial turning point in our history where the decisions we make now will affect our community for many years to come.  As Trustee, I will do all I can to effect positive change and promote these ideals and represent the best interest of all people in Nederland.