By NICK GOSNELL
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Daniel Friesen is running for county commissioner in Reno County in the Republican primary, but he's no stranger to public service.
"I'm mayor of Buhler, I've been mayor of Buhler for 10 years now," Friesen said. "I like being involved in the government work. I certainly like giving back in that respect."
The co-founder of Ideatek would like to see Reno County continue to be an area where those who want to start businesses can come to.
"I've got some pretty simple goals," Friesen said. "One is tax stability and tax reduction, the other is economic development. I believe if we can develop the economy, kind of grow the tax base, there are ways to pay for the things we need like roads and bridges without raising taxes."
With his background in the technology sector, he believes he can be an asset to the commission.
"I certainly have an affinity for that, working in the broadband building space," Friesen said. "I would like to apply those kind of same technology and efficiency principles at Reno County and find ways to reduce overhead and do things a little more efficient there."
You can find out more about Friesen at his campaign Facebook page.