Joe Cordina — Leader Candidate Mayor for New Generation
“Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others”
Commitment to Service and Achievement
Please take a few moments for this segment. With over 700 combat flying hours in Vietnam, and culminating in rank advancement to Full Colonel, I am no stranger to goal setting and achievement. These developed qualities were the foundation for my entrepreneurial business enterprises as well as to my 10 years of volunteer service to you, the citizens of Parker. Please ask for a copy of any of these documents and you will have it emailed to you. Again, Thank You for being here and for allowing me to serve you. Let’s keep Parker “Uniquely Country!”
Historical Data
01.
Family
- Married to Patricia 55 Years
- 4 Children 3 Grandkids
- Parker Land Owner Since 1997 Resident since 1999 — 26 years
02.
Education
- University of South Carolina 1970
- Central Michigan University Masters in Public Administration 1975
- Indiana University Masters: Certified Professional Manufacturers’ Representative (CPMR) 1989
- Air War College, Maxwell AFB Masters in International Relations 1996
03.
Military
- 30 years, AF, Full Colonel, retired (2001)
- Military Awards Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor, Air Medals (2), Meritorious Service (3), Vietnam Combat Veteran
- USAF Academy Liaison Officer Commander North Texas, 1995 – 2001 #1 World-wide Recruitment
- Air Force Academy Representative 3rd Congressional District, Sam Johnson 1994 – 2000
- USAF Academy Liaison Officer Commander Lifetime Achievement 2001
04.
Business/General Interests
- Component Technology 35+ years of operation, 21 Employees Twice named to the SMU “Dallas Area Fastest Growing Small Businesses” – 1991, 1992
- I-Tex Wireless 3 patents – airborne emergency communications (9/11/2001)
- Next Generation Child Development Centers 10 centers – 70+ employees, sold after 18 years
- Trade Management Solutions (TMS) 15 years, international suppliers
- WindDream Wildlife cultivation
05.
Volunteer
- City of Parker 2002 – 2012 Councilman Mayor ProTem Mayor (2008 – 2012)
- Collin County Planning Board 2005 – 2009 Chairman: 2008 – 2009
- President Association of Mayors, Councilmembers, and Commissioners (2010 – 2011)
- Chairman TML Small Cities Advisory Council – 2011 – 2012
- Vice Chairman Richardson Zoning Board of Adjustment – 2000
06.
Sports
- National Tournament Waterski Jump Champion 2022, Wichita, Kansas
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Election Will Start In
Cordina Positions on Parker Matters
City Administration
Municipalities typically do not function properly without a well-educated, trained staff led by a competent manager. Elected leadership interviews and selects the manager but must be careful to avoid meddling and jeopardizing staff morale. Time is important but getting the right person is of the highest importance.
Safety
Communities live and die by the enforcement of safety measures. Police staffing, in direct proportion to maintaining good order, is essential. Over-staffing leads to complacency and may affect long-term staffing goals. Finding the right balance is paramount. Volunteer Fire and EMT response timing require dedicated individuals that need recognition for their duty performance. Well maintained equipment provides assurance they can “get the job done” when called upon.
Budget
Identifying “Needs” vs. “Wants” is crucial to Parker’s success. Setting PRIORITIES is the duty of the duly elected officials. Knowing what is important vs. what is “nice to have” is not well achieved by “on the job training.” Listening to the voters is paramount, and EXPERIENCE plays a vital role. As more homes come “on-line” more revenue will follow but this does not mean we can be careless. A solid foundation of mature skills are essential to manage debt considerations.
Infrastructure
Safe roads, a clean, plentiful water supply & government equipment & property maintenance must receive the proper PRIORITY which are fundamental to resident safety and constituent property value enhancement. Elected officials are tasked to make certain these goals are achieved. There is no excuse for failure in these areas. A publicized plan for road rehabilitation MUST BE DONE IMMEDIATELY!
Community Relationships
Knowing WHO our employees and elected officials are – not just by name but by sight – is vital. Jobs get done right, with great pride, when respect is shown to those tasked with the assignments. It all starts with the city Council members. With the right disposition, and value proposition everyone benefits and Parker can once again become the BEST DALLAS AREA SUBURB for the third time!
Communication Avenues
Ask yourself this: Do you know your neighbors by name? If there was a suspicious happening on their property can you reach them? For more than a dozen consecutive years a Parker Directory was published. It was a monumental task that was championed by the Parker Women’s Club. Do you see the VALUE it can bring to our COMMUNITY? Don’t you think it is about time for Parker to rekindle this lost tradition?
Annexation
Our city has never been over-anxious to get “built-out.” In the most recent 150 days some 18 properties were either sold or listed for sale. The value of these approached $25 million, with an average of $1.38 million per home. Fact: The higher the home value, the more taxes are collected. It is time we take a professional look at revenue anticipations and adjust our tax rate to be reflective of our “true needs.” This includes potential annexations. This also may very well mean YOU will pay less Parker property tax in the years to come than you will in 2025.
Water
Water storage is critical to every municipality. Managing water use is vital since our large estate sized lots require a substantial supply to preserve our luscious landscapes. It is time for our Council to step up and coordinate our needs through the means of political action. This is not a matter for amateur negotiators. Mature, skilled talents will be needed if we are to achive a solution satisfactory for the ” north-Texas oasis” – Parker!
