Caleb’s Vision
A practical, five-point, people-first plan to help every Dickson County community thrive, today and tomorrow.
Balanced Budget
Delivering a balanced budget is one of the county mayor’s most critical responsibilities, demanding strategic planning, transparency, and disciplined financial leadership. The priority is to ensure essential services—from courts, schools and roads to EMS and the sheriff’s office—are each fully funded so they can effectively serve and protect the people of Dickson County. This approach emphasizes efficiency and accountability, stretching every taxpayer dollar as far as possible. With responsible stewardship, the county can meet its needs while keeping the tax burden on families and businesses as low as possible.
Bright Futures
Bright Futures is about building a thriving Dickson County where every resident—at every stage of life—has the opportunity to succeed. It means strong schools preparing the next generation, safe communities, and access to the resources and services families need close to home. By supporting a high quality of life, we ensure citizens can live, work, and grow here without having to look elsewhere. Together, we can create a county where everyone can build a bright and fulfilling future.
Partnered Progress
Partnered Progress involves strengthening Dickson County through meaningful collaboration. By working with local organizations, industries, and higher education partners, we can invest in our schools, support our residents, and create pathways to well-paying jobs for our graduates. Building strong relationships with state and federal agencies also ensures we bring valuable resources back home to meet our county’s needs. Together, these partnerships drive sustainable growth and opportunity for all.
Structured Growth
Structured Growth means guiding Dickson County’s future with thoughtful planning and clear communication. As our community grows, we can ensure it happens at a responsible pace by supporting informed leadership in planning and zoning and keeping residents engaged in decisions like rezoning. By attracting industries that value partnership over takeover, we protect what makes our county special. With the right approach, we can welcome growth while preserving the charm and character that make Dickson County feel like home.
Transparency
Transparency is about making county government clear, accessible, and easy to understand for every resident. By improving communication, citizens will know what’s being voted on, what projects are ahead, and who their elected officials are at every level. It also means clearly defining what county government does—so there’s no confusion between county, city, and state responsibilities. Government shouldn’t feel complicated, and every resident deserves to know how their county is working for them.
Caleb Wray for Dickson County Mayor 