NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) – North Platte native Aaron Edwards is running for North Platte City Council in District 4. With more than 10 years of experience at Edwards’ Land Surveying and nearly 11 years at Dawson Public Power, he brings valuable experience for the position.

Edwards said he is a family man and is committed to investing in the city’s future. Their goal is to ensure North Platte continues to grow by emphasizing the responsible use of tools like Tax Increment Financing, which helps fund public improvements through future tax revenue to plan for the future.

“I want North Platte to continue to grow. We need to use all the tools we have at our disposal, including TIF, and we need to use TIF responsibly,” Edwards said. “We need to look to the future very proactively; We need to make sure we are using a broader view. We cannot simply keep today in mind. We have 20 to 30 years to go to make sure we move towards the goal.”

Edwards envisions a community where families want to stay and thrive, and wants to ensure his children can live and work in the area after college. Edwards believes his experience makes him the best candidate for District 4.

Edwards’ service on the Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Board has familiarized him with local regulations and his experience in surveying has prepared him to understand development needs.

“My 10 years of surveying experience has taught me how to design developments and how the city should progress,” Edwards said.

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