Not everyone can be on the County Commission. Not everyone wants to run for office. But almost everyone can join something.
Friends of the Johnson County Library. Friends of Johnson County Developmental Support. Friends of Johnson County Mental Health Center. YOUR community has dozens of these organizations - I guarantee it!
They are made up of regular neighbors - parents, retirees, professionals, newcomers - who decided the services their community depends on were worth showing up for beyond just paying taxes.
They host events. They raise awareness. They fill gaps that a government budget never quite can. And they build exactly the kind of relationships that make civic engagement sustainable. It’s a lot easier to keep showing up when you’re doing it alongside people you like.
I’ve said it before: campaigns are built on sound bites. Change is built on relationships.
Which county service matters most to you? There’s probably a friends group for it. And if there isn’t, maybe you’re the one to start one!
Happy serving,
Stephanie Sharp
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