JoJo Woodward for Beaufort County Sheriff Platform and priorities proposed by JoJo Woodward for service as Sheriff of Beaufort County, South Carolina. Submitter's Note: This StratML Part 1 rendition has been inferred by ChatGPT from the candidate's campaign platform, biography, public statements, and media interviews. Goals and objectives have been structured to reflect the candidate's expressed commitments and priorities. Sources include https://woodwardforsheriff.com/platform, https://woodwardforsheriff.com/about, and reporting by The Island Packet: https://www.islandpacket.com/news/local/article315936142.html#campaignName=hiltonhead_morning_newsletter Woodward for Beaufort County Sheriff Campaign WBCSC 02175aa9-b5ee-4cf9-b398-c270eefa00f5 Campaign organization supporting the election of JoJo Woodward as Sheriff of Beaufort County, South Carolina. Joey "JoJo" Woodward Jr. Candidate for Sheriff; retired Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Captain; law enforcement officer with approximately 35 years of service. Beaufort County Residents Citizens and taxpayers served by the Sheriff's Office. Beaufort County Sheriff's Office County law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations. Deputies and Employees Law enforcement officers and staff responsible for carrying out the Sheriff's mission. 14th Circuit Solicitor's Office Regional prosecutorial agency collaborating on criminal investigations and prosecutions. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Federal law enforcement agency participating in the 287(g) program. Lowcountry Human Trafficking Task Force Regional collaborative organization addressing human trafficking. Law Enforcement Professionals Fellow officers, retired commanders, and federal partners who have worked alongside JoJo Woodward and support his candidacy for Beaufort County Sheriff. Major David Zeoli (Ret.) Retired Major, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office; U.S. Marine Corps veteran; former BCSO Southern Commander partner. Chief Joseph Manning Former Chief of Police, Town of Bluffton, South Carolina; current Chief of Police in eastern Tennessee. Sheriff Carl L. McLeod Former Sheriff of Beaufort County, 1994-1998. Randy "Radar" Caulder Retired USMC Mustang Officer; retired private investigator and State Constable; served under JoJo Woodward on the Multi-Agency Drug Task Force. Sheriff Chris Malphrus Sheriff, Jasper County Sheriff's Office; second-term sheriff and JoJo Woodward's current direct supervisor. Lt. Harvey Bethea (Ret.) Retired Lieutenant and paramedic; has known JoJo Woodward since 1984. Tony Herald Retired U.S. Marine and former law enforcement officer. Marvin Morrison Retired Beaufort County Sheriff's Office officer; 22-plus years with BCSO; DEA Task Force; 2004 Beaufort Water Festival Commodore. Jeff Light Business owner and retired Master Sergeant in Beaufort, South Carolina. Pam Klingenstein and Sue Howden Retired BCSO professionals in criminal intelligence, violent crimes task force work, and intelligence analysis. Jason Wilson Retired Staff Sergeant, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office; patrol, civil process, warrants, and northern and southern division experience. Daniel Glass Twenty-seven-year law enforcement veteran from Bluffton, South Carolina. Thomas H. Long Retired Supervisory Deputy, United States Marshals Service. Sam Woodward Law enforcement executive and brother of JoJo Woodward. Christian Gonzales Security Chief, Fripp Island Security; formerly command staff, Bluffton Police Department. Gene Harley Major, Chatham County Sheriff's Office. Jay Cook Business owner and former law enforcement officer formerly under Captain Woodward's command at BCSO. Gage Angle Retired narcotics detective and federal task force officer; DEA Task Force and FBI Task Force experience. Chuck Runnion Retired Lieutenant, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Randy and Kyle Blackmon Retired Sheriff/Chief and Captain supporting Woodward's candidacy. Jason Rodriguez Retired Sergeant, Bluffton Police Department; 21 years of service. Michael Malonis Retired Sergeant, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Chris Sankowski Retired Lieutenant, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Kevin Smith Major, Jasper County Sheriff's Office. Julian Walls Retired Major, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Tom Vido Retired Lieutenant, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Justin Greninger Police officer. Dave Kopenhaver Retired law enforcement officer and owner of i2 Driving Solutions. Patrick Blankenship Retired police officer and owner of Toterz Transport LLC. Michael Reynolds Retired law enforcement officer, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office. Dan Mahoney Retired Senior Deputy U.S. Marshal. Ryan Neill Retired Captain, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division; former Low Country Region Commander, 1991-2023. Henry Criss Local business owner; former Jasper County Deputy Sheriff; drug task force experience. William "Bill" Neill Retired Colonel, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office; retired Chief of Police; Vietnam veteran; FBI National Academy graduate; former Director, South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. Steve Edenfield Captain, Effingham County Sheriff's Office, Georgia; cross-jurisdictional partner. Stanley Mack Retired Deputy, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office, St. Helena Island. Henry Meehan Retired law enforcement officer with ten years working DEA cases with JoJo Woodward. Tim Newman Retired BCSO Master Sergeant; USMC veteran; South Carolina State Deputy Sheriff of the Year, 1996; U.S. Department of State CivPol Iraq veteran. Nickey Maxey Managing Partner, Maxey | Blackstream® | Christie's International Real Estate; 50 years in law enforcement; 36-year Beaufort County resident. Elected Officials Sitting elected officials, sheriffs, mayors, and legislators who have evaluated JoJo Woodward's record and publicly stand behind his candidacy. The attached endorsement text identifies 0 endorsers in this category. Community and Civic Leaders Business owners, civic leaders, lifelong Beaufort County residents, advocates, and public safety professionals who support JoJo Woodward's candidacy. The Hollis Family Parents of Emily Hollis; authors of The Hollis Standard and advocates for missing-children public communications. Amy Pfau Mother whose family found Emily Hollis; supporter of The Hollis Standard. Karen Marie Cummins Retired paralegal from Beaufort, South Carolina. Anna Kendrick Owner, The Parlour; 20-year Bluffton resident. Rachel Moya, PhD Former Greater Bluffton Republican Club President; former Beaufort County School Board Representative, District 7. Phillip Robinowich Owner, Morris Garage & Towing, Bluffton. Bill Parrish Retired rural carrier from Bluffton. Mick Mayers Retired Deputy Fire Chief. Andrew Branning Owner, Branning Consulting, LLC, Beaufort. Thomas Kersey Lifelong local and business owner; SC Luxury Homes, Bluffton. Bradley Johnson Local business owner in Bluffton, South Carolina. Jeffrey Hartberger Retired Battalion Chief, Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue. Greg DeLoach Former Staff Attorney and Assistant Town Manager, Town of Hilton Head Island. Valeria Richardson Community activist and founder, BCAG — Making Lives Matter. Sammy Negron Retired Fire Chief, City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal; 25 years of public service. Gerald O'Quinn Retired Lieutenant, Hilton Head Island Fire & Rescue; 28 years of public safety service. AJ Frank Owner, LowCountry Motorsports; Bluffton business owner and lifelong Lowcountry resident. William Foggo Concerned citizen from Hilton Head Island. Ben Waller Retired Battalion Chief, Hilton Head Island Fire & Rescue; 20-plus years in joint fire, police, and EMS operations. A safer Beaufort County where crimes are solved, communities are engaged, deputies are supported, and public trust is strengthened through accountable leadership. 1f38f4b4-f331-4137-bacd-a88d72e5b991 To protect the people of Beaufort County through effective law enforcement, transparent stewardship of public resources, proactive crime prevention, and strong partnerships with the community. 5e068772-d5ff-4763-bedb-07942a621624 Accountability Demonstrate measurable results and transparency in law enforcement operations and budgeting. Service Place the safety and well-being of residents and visitors first. Leadership Lead by example and cultivate future leaders within the Sheriff's Office. Integrity Act honestly, ethically, and consistently in the public interest. Partnership Collaborate with residents, schools, prosecutors, and other agencies to improve public safety. Safety Improve public safety by increasing crime prevention, crime solving, investigative effectiveness, and community confidence in law enforcement. 26318dff-1a25-496f-9864-aae0cf6f336e 1 Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Beaufort County Residents Clearance Increase crime clearance rates through stronger investigations, greater manpower, improved coordination, and enhanced community cooperation. f20ed91f-e16f-4acf-8446-a0306dd178ef 1.1 Woodward has cited declining crime-clearance rates as evidence that additional investigative resources and leadership focus are required. Investigations Strengthen investigative capabilities to improve the identification, apprehension, and prosecution of offenders. 14455f86-2f0b-4049-81a2-4b4733a9db1d 1.2 Homicides Reduce violent crime and improve the resolution of homicide investigations through proactive enforcement and investigative follow-through. 05ec5d6a-d267-4a71-ad85-e5b225c7d3b8 1.3 Substations Expand community access to law enforcement by establishing additional Sheriff's Office substations in underserved areas. 1894e2b7-ed31-4994-adab-ff0b2253ab00 1.4 Candidate has proposed substations in Sun City and on St. Helena Island. Engagement Strengthen relationships between deputies and community members to build trust, improve information sharing, and support crime prevention. a54ca6be-0eeb-4c61-ae09-98deb515f46d 1.5 Schools Enhance school safety by expanding school resource officer coverage and evaluating staffing requirements at educational facilities. 96a1e8e3-cc16-4e93-af4b-28350838bfb7 1.6 Workforce Strengthen the Sheriff's Office workforce by improving recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, leadership development, and organizational culture. 70348a4e-a9ed-4bab-bd73-a3b333922441 2 Deputies and Employees Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Recruitment Increase the number and quality of applicants for sworn and civilian positions through targeted outreach and competitive employment practices. 65c6e2d0-a85f-4906-bb51-d751b235bd24 2.1 Retention Improve employee retention by fostering a supportive culture, providing advancement opportunities, and recognizing employee contributions. 6d3ce060-708a-4bbb-b742-1a3f19c28af1 2.2 The candidate has emphasized that retention depends not only upon compensation but also upon creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and respected. Compensation Increase deputy compensation and evaluate additional measures necessary to maintain a competitive law enforcement workforce. 0966328c-a4f8-462b-bba6-b2e93ebcf38c 2.3 The candidate has proposed increasing starting deputy salaries and reviewing compensation levels throughout the organization. Benefits Enhance employee and retiree benefits to support long-term workforce stability and well-being. 96709c0f-1a1f-44ea-a852-1ec117645a5c 2.4 The candidate has expressed support for strengthening retirement-related insurance benefits. Leadership Create clear pathways for professional growth and leadership development at all levels of the organization. f2d20f8e-1173-4e82-a729-6b8a64e2ed80 2.5 The candidate has identified leadership development and succession planning as important factors in retaining qualified personnel. Reserves Expand the reserve deputy program to supplement staffing resources and increase operational capacity. 79ad2997-ea8b-4be6-ad7e-f082e49529a3 2.6 Retirees Recruit qualified retired law enforcement officers to support departmental operations and mentoring activities. 9e2fa581-64d8-45f7-a497-b56fa4a752c2 2.7 Residency Evaluate residency requirements to broaden the pool of qualified applicants while maintaining community responsiveness. fbfafaf5-39b8-4b03-afae-ec10a0111faf 2.8 The candidate has questioned the requirement that deputies reside within Beaufort County and has suggested that neighboring jurisdictions may provide additional recruitment opportunities. Culture Cultivate a professional culture characterized by accountability, mentorship, teamwork, mutual respect, and employee engagement. c4af2890-8dd2-4066-967a-ea152d434266 2.9 The candidate has repeatedly stated that organizational culture is a central challenge facing the Sheriff's Office and has called for a culture change focused upon supporting deputies and encouraging excellence. Restructuring Realign the organizational structure to place more personnel in operational and public-facing roles. da076066-5376-4bc6-8835-f460146f90bc 2.10 The candidate has proposed reducing the number of command-level positions and reallocating resources to increase operational staffing. Accountability Strengthen public confidence through transparent budgeting, responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources, measurable performance, and clear communication regarding departmental priorities and results. 483205e8-a1f3-4526-bbe8-6d2aefc34097 3 Beaufort County Residents Beaufort County Government Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Transparency Provide citizens timely, understandable information regarding departmental expenditures, priorities, activities, and outcomes. 35e2d1f9-bb84-45de-bb78-72d1b48f8c69 3.1 Budgets Publish budget information in plain language to enable taxpayers to understand how public funds are allocated and used. cfbfcae1-60b5-4b18-8e8a-7e30079f3a46 3.2 The candidate has proposed issuing plain-language budget reports showing how Sheriff's Office funds are spent and what results are expected from those expenditures. Reporting Provide regular public reports regarding operational activities, expenditures, staffing levels, and organizational performance. 44188262-6dfc-4686-904f-f35851c24784 3.3 The candidate has discussed annual and potentially quarterly reporting on departmental operations and finances. Stewardship Ensure that taxpayer resources are allocated efficiently and effectively in support of public safety objectives. 038c350a-dd70-494d-a276-6bed23b452d5 3.4 Prioritization Align resource allocation decisions with operational needs and strategic priorities. f41ccb45-0df5-4aa3-904e-2dcf6886bb6f 3.5 Evaluation Assess departmental performance using meaningful operational and public-safety measures. d39d3d86-748b-4495-b8be-4dbf18ec74f6 3.6 Examples discussed by the candidate include staffing levels, crime-clearance rates, response capabilities, traffic enforcement activities, and other indicators of organizational effectiveness. Communication Improve communication with residents regarding departmental activities, priorities, challenges, and accomplishments. 051ae60c-79b2-47fa-a3f7-880da81a84a8 3.7 Confidence Strengthen public trust through openness, accountability, responsiveness, and measurable results. 1e0296eb-87c1-4aa5-a865-7058e0549a2d 3.8 Procurement Evaluate major equipment and technology investments based upon operational effectiveness, affordability, and public value. 777f19ae-b1ec-475f-ab2e-601a22633f26 3.9 The candidate has questioned certain past capital expenditures and advocated greater scrutiny of major purchases to ensure that they provide value for taxpayers. Mobility Improve roadway safety, traffic flow, incident response, and travel reliability through proactive traffic enforcement and coordinated transportation support. a202e05b-ede4-4a62-8070-c0afd7af4a9e 4 Motorists Pedestrians Cyclists Beaufort County Residents South Carolina Department of Transportation Enforcement Establish a dedicated traffic enforcement unit focused on speeding, distracted driving, red-light violations, reckless driving, and other hazardous traffic behaviors. 1eb91b3a-1460-43e2-acda-205c587b2b8a 4.1 The candidate has proposed assigning at least ten deputies to a dedicated traffic enforcement unit whose primary responsibility would be traffic safety operations. Safety Reduce traffic collisions, injuries, and fatalities through proactive enforcement, education, and visible law enforcement presence. c272a7f5-6d2c-48d0-9c3e-5c38279af049 4.2 Congestion Reduce traffic delays associated with crashes, disabled vehicles, and recurring transportation bottlenecks. 15af53d1-bb6c-48a7-8b86-bdf03e90389d 4.3 Traffic congestion affecting the Hilton Head Island bridges and other heavily traveled corridors has been identified as a priority concern. Response Accelerate incident response and roadway clearance to minimize disruption to travelers and improve public safety. a76b5705-7f49-4449-9d76-cf5e453a201e 4.4 Positioning Pre-position deputies and support resources near recurring traffic trouble spots to improve response times and operational effectiveness. 8a94e760-e6d6-45e1-b10a-ae0af54c150b 4.5 Recovery Coordinate with towing and roadside assistance providers to expedite the removal of disabled and wrecked vehicles. 350047fd-f0a2-4c1b-bf8b-617d52675fe6 4.6 The candidate has proposed positioning roadside assistance and towing resources closer to known congestion points to reduce roadway blockage durations. Coordination Collaborate with transportation agencies, emergency responders, municipalities, and neighboring jurisdictions to address traffic challenges comprehensively. bd3a444d-6adc-487b-859b-617bed2806e9 4.7 Preparedness Enhance readiness for traffic disruptions associated with emergencies, severe weather, evacuations, special events, and peak tourism periods. fc9b8289-6e3e-4589-bd87-9df88ed4a890 4.8 Awareness Improve public awareness of traffic safety risks and encourage responsible driving behaviors. 168c9ff6-0d9a-47b2-904c-6950784ecddb 4.9 Innovation Leverage appropriate technologies, information systems, and operational innovations to improve public safety outcomes, situational awareness, efficiency, and responsiveness. a4292513-054f-48ed-973f-e126bd9a2000 5 Beaufort County Sheriff's Office Beaufort County Residents Public Safety Agencies Drones Expand the use of unmanned aerial systems to support emergency response, investigations, search operations, traffic management, and public safety activities. dbce64d3-5c01-40b8-a26c-5535df549ce6 5.1 The candidate has advocated greater use of drone technology as a cost-effective alternative or supplement to manned aviation resources. Awareness Improve situational awareness by deploying technologies that provide timely information to deputies and command personnel. a04d6115-24d9-4fe1-a5bc-7d8ce2b0b068 5.2 Response Reduce response times and improve operational effectiveness through the strategic use of technology. 36416d82-1fc8-4363-b8b7-aff8970e3bd3 5.3 The candidate has referenced emerging practices in which drones can be dispatched simultaneously with responding officers to provide advance information regarding incidents. Investigations Enhance investigative capabilities through the use of modern information systems, digital evidence tools, and analytical technologies. 5b462eba-71b2-492c-ba64-93fbdbc287a6 5.4 Communications Strengthen information sharing among deputies, investigators, partner agencies, and emergency responders. 60db0cae-5035-43d6-9a85-b6d09b3d8754 5.5 Intelligence Improve the collection, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence supporting crime prevention and criminal investigations. 1c50f5a3-e940-46fc-af9e-a4027b183303 5.6 Efficiency Increase operational efficiency by applying technologies that reduce costs while improving service delivery. cd5fdc30-3280-4b2b-a733-b7583f95cf94 5.7 Equipment Evaluate technology and equipment investments based upon operational effectiveness, sustainability, affordability, and public value. ade968a1-7dd6-4b66-a1cc-14eaba376fd6 5.8 Modernization Continuously modernize departmental capabilities to address evolving public safety challenges and opportunities. badc99c9-c3a4-4e26-b9bf-88cf3601872c 5.9 Collaboration Strengthen cooperation among law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, schools, community organizations, and citizens to improve public safety, crime prevention, and problem solving. cefb5786-4fbb-453c-9089-a86c461c5db8 6 14th Circuit Solicitor's Office Regional prosecutorial agency responsible for criminal prosecutions and collaboration with law enforcement. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Federal agency participating in immigration enforcement partnerships and information sharing. Lowcountry Human Trafficking Task Force Regional partnership dedicated to preventing and combating human trafficking. School Districts Educational organizations collaborating to promote safe learning environments. Municipal Police Departments Local law enforcement agencies serving communities within Beaufort County. Neighboring Law Enforcement Agencies Public safety organizations operating in surrounding jurisdictions. Community Organizations Civic, neighborhood, faith-based, and nonprofit organizations supporting public safety and community well-being. Prosecutions Strengthen coordination between investigators and prosecutors from the earliest stages of criminal cases to improve case quality and outcomes. e35aa0b0-3637-4c4c-a482-450896d13416 6.1 The candidate has emphasized the importance of close working relationships with the Solicitor's Office and has cited his prior experience as an investigator with that organization. TaskForces Expand participation in multi-agency task forces addressing narcotics trafficking, violent crime, human trafficking, and other regional public safety challenges. 604de905-b9c4-4185-b92a-cd9a305d7201 6.2 The candidate has served in leadership roles on narcotics enforcement and human trafficking task forces and has identified such partnerships as important force multipliers. Immigration Maintain cooperation with federal immigration enforcement authorities in accordance with applicable laws and public safety priorities. e8430bea-5d55-46df-92b6-daef98c25c23 6.3 The candidate has expressed support for continued participation in the 287(g) program and related information-sharing initiatives. Schools Collaborate with educational institutions to enhance school safety, student protection, and crime prevention efforts. 55b49d2a-8da2-48c7-8796-9f9730c15b69 6.4 Partnerships Develop and sustain partnerships with public agencies, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and community groups to address shared public safety concerns. d5b652aa-e626-46af-8dfd-b214d33b0423 6.5 Engagement Promote meaningful communication and collaboration between deputies and community members to strengthen trust and support cooperative problem solving. 00ab96ac-90cf-4be9-878f-0ca0d58066bb 6.6 Information Improve the exchange of operational, investigative, and intelligence information among partner organizations. 3a3a7315-e61c-41d8-b21b-219225431730 6.7 Trafficking Enhance regional efforts to identify, investigate, prevent, and prosecute human trafficking offenses. 0d9e515b-d0b0-4f49-8a3e-f6bf745b0463 6.8 Coordination Improve coordination among agencies during major incidents, emergencies, special events, and public safety operations. 93e53816-fb57-4676-8884-603e395bbffb 6.9 Leadership Foster a collaborative leadership culture that brings diverse organizations and stakeholders together in pursuit of common public safety objectives. d1e4a663-ecbe-49f2-ab90-914d60481245 6.10 The candidate has repeatedly cited his ability to bring people together and build productive working relationships as a distinguishing qualification for the office of Sheriff. 2026-06-04 https://woodwardforsheriff.com/platform Owen Ambur Owen.Ambur@verizon.net