* In 1989 with the help of area businesses re-Opened the Pike County Jail, saving taxpayers several thousand dollars .

* Computerized files to have access to records in just a few minutes

* Installed a toll free number at the Sheriff's Office

* Instrumental in the installation and planning of the Emergency 911 
  System

* Formed the Pike County Sheriff's training academy.

* Instituted a neighborhood watch program.

* Instituted a Junior Deputy program.

* Have continually upgraded equipment and staff.

* Instituted the RUOK program, targeted at serving our senior citizens.

* Instituted a DARE program in all Pike County Schools.

* In 1994 broke up one of Ohio's Largest Marijuana
   operation receiving national recognition.

• Written and received approval for nearly $2,000,000 in State and Federal Grants.