Lance Fitzsimmons For Commissioner

Transparency – Trust – Together

“Practical Experience for Bear Lake County As a business owner in Geneva, I’ve spent over a
decade solving ‘real world’ problems. From managing employees to competing in the global
marketplace, I’ve learned that a leader’s primary job is to serve their customers.
In Bear Lake County, you are the customer.

I am running for District 2 Commissioner to bring transparency and a business-minded approach to
our local government. I don’t believe in ‘can’t,’ and I don’t believe in pandering or empty promises. I believe in listening, working hard, and delivering results for the families who live and work here.

Politics can be brutal, but I promise you this: no gaslighting and no empty promises. I support the
Idaho GOP Platform and the relentless ‘never give up’ spirit of President Donald J. Trump. If you want business as usual, I’m not your guy. if you want a Commissioner who views public service as a
commitment to the people, I’m ready to get to work.”

1. Transparency & Public Access
   The Goal: Moving government business from behind closed doors to the public square.
   – Evening Sessions: I will advocate for Commissioner meetings to be held at times when
   working families can actually attend.
   – Open Communication: Government is accountable to you. I will prioritize making all county
   business, minutes, and decisions easily accessible online and in person.
   – Active Listening: Trust is built through dialogue. I am committed to hearing all sides of an
   issue before a vote, not after. Your voice should guide the decisions that shape our community.
2. Local Control & Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
   The Goal: Protecting our neighborhoods while respecting property rights.
   We need to push back against “one-size-fits-all” mandates from Boise. Bear Lake
   problems require Bear Lake solutions. If current legislation goes through we will lose all local control.
   -Balanced Growth: I will work to find the balance between protecting private property rights
   and ensuring that STRs do not overwhelm our local infrastructure or change the character of
   our communities.
   -Impact Fees: Ensuring that the costs of increased tourism and infrastructure wear-and-tear
   are managed fairly.
3. Infrastructure, Roads & Bridges
   The Goal: Finding creative solutions to bridge the 25% budget gap from the state.
   – Proactive Maintenance: A 25% cut in the road budget is a challenge, but neglect is more
   expensive. I will look for creative ways to prevent costly long-term damage to our roads.
   – Protecting Your Property: Poor roads don’t just affect the county; they cause unnecessary
   wear and tear on your personal vehicles and slow down our emergency services.
4. -Efficiency First: When funds are tight, every dollar must be maximized. I will bring a
   business-minded eye to the county budget to ensure your tax dollars are spent where they are
   needed most.