Lynn LaFleur

Lynn LaFleur's career experience includes working as an accountant.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Accounting / Tax professional running for State Treasurer. The Treasurer's office is mostly an oversight position carrying out the decisions of the legislature. However, there are areas where the Treasurer can influence the state of the state. This includes oversight of the state and employees pension, which is in a $5B deficit position right now. Finding ways to reduce this burden on Vermonters is a high priority. Also, using programs to help the collective good rather than certain sectors of groups of people is more beneficial to the overall financial wellbeing of the community. Reducing spending waste and controlling fraud is high on the list.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Let's put Vermonters First by enriching them and not big corporations or out of state organizations.I will make sure taxpayers know where their money is being spentA high priority will be to Influence change in order to lower property taxes, especially by revamping the pension programs.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm especially passionate about our farmers who feed us. Without them, where would we be? I'm also keen on keeping the Vermont way of life in tact to pass down among the generations. And that means protection for hunters and fishers. Although out of the treasurer's direct control, property rights are very important as well.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The most important qualities in an elected official are honesty & integrity.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The Treasurer is responsible for overseeing the financial wellbeing of the state's tax money.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would ultimately like to be able to influence a lowering of property taxes.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Endorsed by Gov. Jim Douglas, Lt. Gov. Brian Dubie, Lt. Gov. John Rodgers, unanimously endorsed by VTGOP