Stephen Arnold's Issue StatementsIn twenty years, I would like to look back at Hilton Head Island’s development strategy, Our Plan, and celebrate reaching the goals our residents have tasked us with achieving. The thousands of hours that went into creating Our Plan weigh heavily on me and I want to honor all of that hard work. In 2040, when Our Plan has reached the finish line, I hope to be able to look back and say WE DID IT!I Believe Hilton Head is a unique and important place. I, like many of you, moved to Hilton Head Island because the people and history of this island are very special. From our environment and ecosystem to our incredible neighbors and community, we all remember the moment we fell in love with Hilton Head Island. It’s the only place I want to raise my family and it’s why I’m running to be your representative for Ward 2 Hilton Head Island Town Council.Stephen Arnold for HHI Ward 2SA4HHI_cb535be2-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea00Residents of HHI Ward 2Stephen Arnold SupportersThe following individuals have endorsed Steve Arnold for election to the HHI Ward 2 seat on the Town Council:Jerry W. CutrerFormer Hilton Head Plantation POA Board Member and President ~ I believe Stephen Arnold is best qualified to represent our community. I have met personally with Stephen and find him invested in the long-term success of our Island home. He is a young, energetic local businessman, a father of school-age children, a fourteen year resident of Hilton Head Island, and has lived in HHP for eight years. I believe he is the right voice for HHP and our Town and strongly endorse Stephen Arnold for Town Council Ward 2 in the November election.Michael Marks20 Year Hilton Head Resident ~ I enthusiastically support Stephen Arnold for Ward 2. Town Council would greatly benefit from his ongoing service industry experience and knowledge. His unique understanding of the challenges the Island faces with sustaining a steady workforce, and the need for affordable housing is an asset to every Island resident. Equally important is his commitment to and support of HHI’s Arts and Cultural assets.Sherry DesimoneHilton Head Plantation Neighbor & Former Beaufort County School District Administrator ~ Please join me on November 8th in support of Stephen Arnold, for Hilton Head Island Town Council Ward 2. I’ve known Stephen and his family for over 10 years and have witnessed his work ethic, values, and character firsthand! As a former administrator for Beaufort County Schools, I know the importance of having an advocate within our local government that understands the needs of our school-aged children and their young families. It is time to have a voice on our Town Council that represents the future leaders, caretakers, and workforce of our beautiful island! Brain ReitveldWard 2 Neighbor & Beaufort County Teacher ~ I have known Stephen Arnold for over a decade and as a resident of Ward 2, I am excited to have him represent us on the Hilton Head Island Town Council. My wife Emily and I are both public school teachers here in Beaufort County and believe Stephen can represent the best of the next generation of Lowcountry leaders.Gar Forman2011 NBA Executive of the Year ~ I met Stephen Arnold 3 years ago shortly after purchasing property on Hilton Head Island. I believe Stephen has what it takes as a leader to help guide the Island into the future. He is a true team player. His vision and attention to detail would serve the community well.Will HagedornWard 2 Neighbor ~ We have known Stephen and his family for over seven years. We know him and his wife to be good hard-working Americans who have the best intentions for the future of Hilton Head Island. He is a natural leader with family values and we are happy to give him our vote!Hilton Head remains a special place_cb535cd2-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea00To represent Ward 2 on the Hilton Head Island Town Council_cb535d68-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea00ListeningListening and learning are passions of mine, and I look forward to putting my voice to work for you.LearningDiversityIn the past few years, especially during my time serving on the town’s Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee, I have noticed there is not much diversity in the way of experience on the Town Council and its many boards.RepresentationSo many of the urgent issues we are facing as a community affect the workforce, yet only one Town Council member is currently a member of our island’s workforce. I believe our island’s future is bright but we need voices from every facet of our community to ensure all residents and their interests are represented.ConsensusI am a consensus builder. As a life-long sports and music enthusiast, I enjoy being part of a team. It’s where I thrive. Whether in basketball or marching band, I’ve learned it takes input from every voice to create the best possible outcome. I want the best possible island for Ward 2 residents. Listening and learning are passions of mine, and I look forward to putting my voice to work for you. As a 14-year resident of the island and an 8-year resident of Hilton Head Plantation, I am asking for your vote. I know that the future is bright for Hilton Head Island, and as many of you have told me, I am the right voice for Ward 2.Workforce HousingFollow through on the workforce housing plan_cb535e44-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001Town Council approved a Workforce Housing Strategic Plan in 2019. Only one of the proposed solutions has been executed. We need to follow through with the adopted plan to “[Strengthen] Our Community Through Housing.”FundingCreate a permanent funding source for Workforce Housing on Hilton Head Island._cb535f2a-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001.1Taxes & QOLAdd 1 millage point to our taxes to help maintain our quality of life._cb535fb6-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001.1.1I support Council adding 1 millage point to our taxes to help maintain our quality of life. ATAX FundingWork with our County Delegation in Columbia to enable communities to utilize Accommodations and Hospitality Tax funding to aid in sustainable workforce solutions._cb536038-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001.2Development AuthorityCreate our own Housing Development Authority that focuses on land acquisition, especially for underutilized commercial buildings that can be redeveloped and reimagined._cb536114-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001.3Land ManagementReimagine our Land Management Ordinance to make it relevant for our residents and businesses for the next 50 years._cb5361be-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea001.4HHI ResidentsHHI BusinessesTourism & QOLMaintain balance between tourism and the quality of life for our full-time residents _cb536254-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea002Full-Time ResidentsTouristsOur excellent Island lifestyle is supported by the 2.5 million tourists that visit each year. They generate tax revenue that helps us to:Arts & CultureSupport Arts & Cultural organizations._cb5362e0-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea002.1Arts OrganizationsCultural OrganizationsParks & RecreationMaintain our excellent parks and recreational assets._cb5366c8-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea002.2Fire & RescueProvide best-in-class Fire and Rescue Operations to all Island Residents._cb536768-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea002.3Arts & CultureInvest in arts and culture on Hilton Head Island _cb5367fe-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea003Office of Cultural AffairsThe Office of Cultural Affairs has been a WIN for the Town.Talented PeopleHighlighting the talent and cultural assets on the Island will only continue to attract talented and community-minded people to live, work and play here.Community-Minded PeopleAs a life-long lover of music, I am proof that investing in Arts and Culture MATTERS.Gullah-Geechee RecommendationsEmpower our Native Island Community by continuing to invest in and implement the Gullah-Geechee Land & Cultural Preservation Task Force Recommendations. _cb53688a-50ae-11ed-b1ef-b60b0683ea003.1Native Island CommunityGullah-Geechee Land & Cultural Preservation Task Force2022-11-082022-10-20https://www.arnoldhhi.com/OwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net