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Depends on the Lens
A Tippecanoe County Commissioner has far more influence over equitable, sustainable development than most residents realize. The role sits at the intersection of land use, infrastructure, budgeting, and intergovernmental coordination — the exact levers that determine whether growth benefits everyone or only a few. The following is in line with my vow to promote transparency, accountability, and customer service orientation: How a County Commissioner can lead measurable progre
Andrea Burniske
Feb 162 min read


READI 2.0 Funds for Our Area
The above image is what I would like to see. READI 2.0 funds could help us towards the above goals. Or not. The devil's in the details, as they say. This is the second round of READI funds (hence, 2.0). The discussion below reveals our County's unmet needs overall, and compares what READI might fund. What is READI 2.0? The Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) 2.0 is Indiana’s second round of a major statewide investment program designed to grow p
Andrea Burniske
Feb 133 min read


What Can Commissioners Do to Protect Our Right to Peacefully Protest?
Every resident of Tippecanoe County deserves the freedom to speak, gather, and advocate without fear. Peaceful protest is a constitutional right — not a privilege. We Must Protect the Right to Peacefully Protest Where Commissioners Have Influence 🌐 1. County Property & Public Spaces Peaceful protests often occur on or around: The Tippecanoe County Courthouse County‑owned plazas, sidewalks, and grounds Commissioners control: Rules for use of county property Permits (if any)
Andrea Burniske
Jan 132 min read


How My Experience Aligns With the Role of County Commissioner
“My entire career has been about building accountable systems, managing complex programs, coordinating across government agencies, and ensuring public resources are used responsibly. I’ve overseen multi‑million‑dollar budgets, led infrastructure and community development projects, and built partnerships across sectors and countries. As a County Commissioner, I bring decades of experience in transparent management, measurable results, and public service — and I’m committed to
Andrea Burniske
Jan 132 min read


A Commissioner's Role (and how I'd Create Transparency)
My Commitment to You I’m running for County Commissioner because Tippecanoe County deserves leadership that: Opens the books Explains decisions clearly Tracks progress publicly Delivers results you can measure Puts residents, not insiders, at the center of county government Side-by-Side Roles for County Government Function Commissioners (Executive) County Council (Fiscal) Legal role County Executive County Fiscal Body Primary power Run county operations Control county f
Andrea Burniske
Jan 132 min read
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