Nelsons Releases Phone Calls to Voters
Olathe, KS - James Nelson, a Republican from Olathe, candidate for Trustee at Johnson County Community College, recently conducted three phone calls to the voters of Johnson County. Below are the links to the calls:

Call #1 -- James Nelson's Case
Call #2 -- Time for New Leadership
Call #3 -- The Problem with Tuition Hikes

Thank you!

Nelson Disappointed in Trustees’ Decision to Raise Tuition Rates
Olathe, KS - James Nelson, a Republican from Olathe, candidate for Trustee at Johnson County Community College, expressed deep concern over a vote to raise tuition rates by the current Board of Trustees at their recent meeting. Nelson said the decision to raise costs on students and families in one of the worst economic climates in history demonstrates the lack of creativity and resolve by the board to live within the amount Johnson County taxpayers and state lawmakers provide.

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Nelson Blasts Trustees’ Decision to Spend Tax Dollars on Image Consulting; End Video Recording of Meetings
Olathe, KS -- James Nelson, a Republican from Olathe, candidate for Trustee at Johnson County Community College, sharply criticized two votes by the current Board of Trustees at their recent meeting. Nelson said the decisions to spend tax dollars on image consulting and to end video recording of Trustee meetings demonstrated the current board was out of touch with the average Johnson County taxpayer.

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James Nelson Files for JCCC Trustee
Olathe, KS -- James Nelson, a Republican from Olathe, announced his decision to run for Johnson County Community College Trustee Wednesday. In announcing his decision, James said he was running to ensure that the principles of open government, fiscal responsibility, academic freedom, and administration accountability were upheld on the Board of Trustees.

“The JCCC Board of Trustees oversees the largest community college in the state, and with that, a very large budget and hundreds of employees. As such, openness and transparency, fiscal prudence, and accountability within the college are essential. I look forward to promoting these ideals as I campaign,” said Nelson.

On April 5, the Johnson County electorate vote in three names to serve on the JCCC Board of Trustees. If a primary is necessary, that will take place on March 1.

James Nelson was born in Kansas City, MO and moved to Olathe, KS in 1983. He is a 1994 graduate from Olathe South High School. He attended the University of Kansas and holds an Associate of Applied Science from Johnson County Community College where he graduated with Honors. James has three wonderful children, all of whom attend Olathe Public Schools.

James is an independent small business owner. His business experience has been leading a company that has been on the forefront of the Internet revolution. As one of the regions first and longest lasting independent Internet Service Providers, his firm has helped foster economic growth and development in the greater Kansas City area by bringing new technological advancements to both businesses and consumers.

James is a founding member of the Hope for America Coalition, a nonpartisan organization of concerned citizens with the goal of making a better nation by supporting, protecting, and defending the Constitution of the United States. He is also a member of the North Kansas City Business Council, the American Alliance of Service Providers, and Henri Masonic Lodge #190.

What Others are Saying About James Nelson

“James Nelson will bring a breath of fresh air to the JCCC Board of Trustees. As a graduate of JCCC and a small business owner who has employed several graduates of the college, James understands the value of JCCC and the need for quality leadership on its governing board. He is a committed fiscal conservative who will demand transparency and accountability every step of the way, always keeping the best interests of the college foremost in his mind.” - Northwest Johnson County Republicans

"Good strong conservative... cares deeply about his community and our country.  James Nelson is a great guy and you know that he will be fighting for you."
- Darla Jaye, host of KMBZ's "980 Live with Darla Jaye"