Q&A with Gary Kent, Candidate for Copperas Cove City Council Place 6

Bio

I am married with three adult children and three granddaughters. Born in St. Louis, Mo., I served 24 faithful years in the United States Army where I retired as a First Sergeant with 3 combat tours of service and a retired Chief of Police. I have four college degrees and am finishing my fifth degree now, and I plan on starting my doctoral degree in 2021. I am a senior pastor and a sheriff deputy. It was the Lord that led me in the direction I’m leading my life.

What do you believe the City of Copperas Cove should do to enhance and improve the quality of life for residents, and how should the city fund these improvements?

By improving the infrastructure and inviting more businesses into our city.

If elected to office, what initiative(s) would you set in motion to improve the city during your term of office?

• I will work hard to bring in new and higher paying jobs into Copperas Cove.
• I understand the importance of working together for the betterment of all citizens.
• The investment to give our children the best possible education.
• Clear, costed commitments to protect and improve our city benefit for our seniors

Copperas Cove has been described by some as not being “business-friendly.” What are some solutions to remedy this perception?

I will work towards bringing the Chamber of Commerce, the EDC, and city council together to work for a common goal in moving our city from Good to Great.