My Business Expertise: 47 Years of building, Managing and Succeeding: 

I started at around 19 years old and opened a Printing Broker business which grew into a brick and mortar business. I ran the printing company (Graphic Connection) for 40 years. Then I opened South West Carryout, then I built and opened Silver Creek Stables Farm, and I opened and built Your AV Cable Store a online huge retailer and manufacturer of cables. After fourteen years of cables, I built a beautiful post and beam barn for weddings and events as a agritourism business, and Country Gardens Florist. I recently added a premium pizza restaurant (Silver Creek Saloon) inside the venue. With 47 years of hands-on experience in business, I have built and owned multiple startups from the ground up—each one created, funded, and grown by my own efforts without relying on outside investors or established networks. These businesses have provided steady support for me and my family throughout my life, proving my ability to navigate challenges, manage finances responsibly, and deliver results in the real world.

So why am I running for Greene County Auditor?
Because I've seen firsthand how the current system falls short. Too many hardworking families and business owners—like farmers, homeowners, and small entrepreneurs—face unfair treatment, confusing processes, and a lack of transparency when it comes to property
valuations, taxes, and appeals. I've dealt with zoning and regulatory challenges on my own property that felt like harassment and discrimination, especially as a woman running a business on agricultural land. These aren't isolated issues—they point to a deeper problem: an outdated "good old boy" network that protects insiders and resists change. Greene County deserves better. We need an Auditor's office that works for everyone, not just a select few. As Auditor, I'll bring honesty, integrity, and common-sense leadership:

 

Make property valuations clear, fair, and easy to understand—with plain-English explanations and better online tools so you know exactly why changes happen and what you can do about them. Improve customer service so calls and emails are returned promptly, and no one feels ignored. Streamline the Board of Revision process to make it more accessible for everyday people challenging unfair assessments.
Stand up for transparency and accountability, treating every resident—farmers, families, business owners—with the respect and fairness we all deserve.

Nothing will change if we keep doing the same thing. It's time for fresh voices, especially strong women and independent thinkers who aren't afraid to fight for what's right. I'm not part of the old system—I'm here to fix it.
Together, we can end the favoritism, ensure fair treatment for all, and build a Greene County that works for the people who live and work here every day. Let's vote for real change in the May primary. Vote For Sandra Root for Greene County Auditor.