Wicomico Council (District 4) – Bob Caldwell

In the District 4 race for Wicomico County Council, there are two really good guys running – incumbent Democrat Dave MacLeod and GOP challenger Bob Caldwell.  Both are good and honorable men.  However, as to the issues that should matter to county voters, there is one clear choice – Bob Caldwell.
Caldwell previously served on the Salisbury City Council.  There he was responsible for shepherding the city’s zero-based homestead tax credit.  This is why, despite a higher city tax rate, many homeowners pay less in city taxes than they do in county taxes.  As a candidate for county council Caldwell has pledged to push for such a homestead tax credit on our county property taxes.
In addition, Caldwell is a staunch advocate of a tax differential for residents of Salisbury, Fruitland, and Delmar.  This addresses fundamental issues of fairness for city residents.  Despite the fact that none of us reside in one of these municipalities, we agree with Caldwell 100%!
In addition to these strong stances for his prospective constituents, Caldwell is also committed to keeping the revenue cap unless rescinded by the voters.  He is also a strong supporter of property rights.
MacLeod is a good man.  He has served his community well over the years.  However, we cannot point to one accomplishment as a councilmember.  Sadly, he has often refused to vote until AFTER he saw how colleague Bill McCain voted; a bad omen whether we agreed with him or not.  McCain is leaving after one term.  Who would MacLeod take his cues from then?
Caldwell is the clear choice for District 4 voters.