Jason Giardina (Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large, Michigan, candidate 2024)

Jason Giardina

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Republican Party

Candidate, Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 6, 2024

Education

High school

North Bullitt High School

Bachelor's

University of Kentucky, 1996

Graduate

Northwood University, 2003

Personal

Birthplace

Miami, Fla.

Religion

Christianity

Profession

Director

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Jason Giardina (Republican Party) ran for election to the Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large in Michigan. He was on the ballot in the Republican primary on August 6, 2024.^[source]

Giardina completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Jason Giardina provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on August 4, 2024:

• Birth date: August 9, 1972
• Birth place: Miami, Florida
• High school: North Bullitt High School
• Bachelor's: University of Kentucky, 1996
• Graduate: Northwood University, 2003
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Christianity
• Profession: Director
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Vote Jason Giardina for Smart Spending and Accountability

Elections

General election

General election for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large (4 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Brandy Martin (D)
	Submit photo	Tom Putt (D)
	Submit photo	Doug Behmlander (R)
	Submit photo	Jason P. Gower (R)
	Submit photo	Thomas Paige (R)
	Submit photo	James E. Plant (R)

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large (4 seats)

Brandy Martin and Tom Putt ran in the Democratic primary for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Brandy Martin
	Submit photo	Tom Putt

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large (4 seats)

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Williams Township Board of Trustees At-large on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Doug Behmlander
	Submit photo	Jason Giardina
	Submit photo	Jason P. Gower
	Submit photo	Sofia Gutierrez
	Submit photo	Thomas Paige
	Submit photo	James E. Plant
	Submit photo	Adam Sode
	Submit photo	Steven M. Vantol
	Submit photo	Eric S. Zielinski

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Jason Giardina completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Giardina's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am currently the Capital and Facilities Manager locally in Williams Township. I believe in fiscal responsibility (which leads to lower taxes) and favor decisions by the local government office, not federal or state "big brother" oversight. I support the U.S. Constitution for people's rights, including the Right to Bear Arms.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Responsible spending of taxpayer funds. This ultimately decreases taxes once a tax millage expire.
• Decision making pushed to the local government office. The Federal government does not understand the local needs of Williams Township. Nor would Lansing.
• U.S. Constitution should be supported. This includes the right to bare arms.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am interested in Williams Township attracting and retaining new businesses. Permit fees or slow response times can be a turn off to new businesses.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to Ronald Reagan for genuinely caring about people, national defense, and smaller government.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty, availability, and willingness to listen and consider multiple viewpoints.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am well-educated and am great with numbers and finance in general. I am honest, fair, and listen with a balanced view.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Ensure smart spending of taxpayer funds. Determine what benefits the MAJORITY of the people as well as what would make the Township look attractive to families and businesses.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Transparent local government spending and bringing forward cool projects that will last 10+ years. Example: Pickleball Court.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Space Shuttle Challenger exploded mid flight in 1985. I was just 13 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Chemical engineer - I served for 27 years at Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I enjoy Malcolm Gladwell's novel Outliers. There is no escaping the 10,000 hour rule for success.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Figuring out teenagers! They can know they are making a bad decision, but still proceed making it.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

As a the member of the Board, a trustee can help prevent the automatic passage of spending without review.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No experience is necessary. Coming into the office as a new Trustee brings accountability without ulterior motives.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I hold an MBA from Northwood University, which includes concentration in Finance. I also service as a Capital and Facilities Manager - I understand budgets, schedule, and spending tradeoffs.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Financial transparency is critical to help people understand where their tax dollars go.

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