Name: Peter Murphy
Age: 66
Party: Republican
Office sought: McCordsville Town Council District 1
Occupation: District sales manager, Core & Main Fire Protection
Political experience: None
Why are you running for office?
To provide a new voice. To represent the homeowners of McCordsville. To do what can be done to enhance growth within current zoning and apply common sense to zoning variances requested.
How are you qualified?
I have lived here seven years. I have been a follower of political efforts in the past. Have learned from some close to me what it means to represent a community.
What are the most pressing issues facing McCordsville?
Balancing the commercial and industrial development going on with the current feel of McCordsville. Try to see the growth we need without jeopardizing what the residents have today.
How can the town responsibly handle the growth it’s experiencing?
Be mindful of growth. Make sure that the growth fits well with the plan for the town of McCordsville. Growth can be good. Let’s not damage what we have. If possible, review and update zoning within town boundaries.
