Closing statement at Lancaster Forum, Why we do not need the Status Quo

Brian believes we need to address all issues when it comes to a campaign, there is no voter we should turn away from. South Carolina faces so many problems that they can't be fixed over night but we need new leadership in Columbia . We need tax reform, restructuring of our state government and a huge need to create jobs.

Tom Audette of Fort Mill , speaks about why he supports Brian Carnes!

Tom Audette of Fort Mill explains in his own words why he feels that Brian is the best choice for S.C. Senate. It is reasons that Tom talks about voters need to be aware of the issues at hand! Thanks for taking a look!

Carnes takes position on Landfill.

For Immediate Release
January 27, 2011

State Senate Candidate Brian Carnes takes position on landfill

Brian Carnes, candidate for Senate District 16,would like to express his opposition to the Waste Management/Griffin Brothers landfill in the Kershaw area and his support to the Lancaster County Action Council. As an advocate of Transparency and Open Government, Brian feels that the processes that lead to the decision to allow for the change of this landfill from its original intent to a landfill handling household waste was flawed and not transparent to the citizens of Lancaster County.

Having been involved in the fight against Mecklenburg County in the early 80’s opposing their plans to locate a landfill on the border in the Indian Land community, Brian knows firsthand that being united as a community can make a difference. While this landfill was eventually permitted and opened in 2000, it was delayed for many years. The groups that opposed it were able to get many concessions from Mecklenburg County in its design and operation. If elected, Brian will work to make the process for permitting landfills open to the public, so that the public is able to have input during all phases of the process.

We need to make sure that the property rights of the neighboring landowners are protected and that we have well thought out plans that cover all aspects of the process. The concerns that have been expressed need to be thoroughly investigated and to make sure that the decisions made are based on sound research and information. I would urge the Zoning Appeals Board to listen to the concerns expressed regarding this matter and to slow this process down so that everyone is allowed to give input in order to allow for an informed decision.

Brian Carnes files for District 16 Senate Seat

Today, Brian Carnes met with Lancaster Republican Chairman Winston Smith to file his paperwork and pay the filing fee to officially become a candidate for SC Senate 16.

This was an exciting moment for Brian and his family, because Brian feels that the best way to give back to a community that has given him so much is by representing them and their needs in Columbia as their next State Senator. As your next Senator Brian will work to reform our states broken tax code, reform education, find a way to get the people back to work here in South Carolina and a host of other important issues.

With him taking this step and filing this needed paper work, Brian states that the race for him has just begun and he is excited about the people he will meet while campaigning. He will be listening to their concerns and will try to come up with solutions that will help the people in District 16. Brian at the same time is humbled by the support he has gotten from family, friends and people in the community. We all know that running for office is not an easy decision; it takes dedication and the support of a family. Today we can say we saw that Brian has that support.

Brian says that my team and I are ready to go to work and we are focused on spreading a positive message. A message based on reform and transparency. We must get our house in order when it comes to Columbia and he is looking forward to representing you and your family’s needs as your next State Senator!

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