Hamilton County, IN  – Carmel businessman Brose McVey announced nine new supporters for his Congressional campaign – all serving as public officials in Hamilton County and the cities of Carmel and Noblesville.  Supporters include Hamilton County Councilmen Meredith Carter and John Hiatt, County Assessor Debbie Folkerts, County Auditor Dawn Coverdale, County Recorder Jennifer Hayden, County Surveyor Kent Ward, County Treasurer Kim Good, Noblesville Common Council President Greg O’Connor, and Carmel City Councilman John Accetturo. Today’s announcement follows the recent decision by State Senator Beverly Gard to support Brose McVey for Congress. Gard’s district includes Fishers in Hamilton County.
“I have worked with Brose McVey and have seen the benefit of his experiences and passion. Brose is the type of person we need fighting for us in Congress. I encourage all Hamilton County Republicans to join me in supporting our hometown candidate, Brose McVey, for Congress,” said Hamilton County Councilman Meredith Carter.

Hamilton County Councilman John Hiatt said, “Brose McVey is the right fit for Hamilton County and this district. Brose’s work in agriculture and his experience making a payroll as a small business owner gives him the background we desperately need in Washington. Brose McVey has my full support.”

“It is truly an honor to have the support of these influential leaders from my home in Hamilton County,” McVey stated. “These fine public servants have come to the conclusion that I am the best candidate to carry the Republican mantle and represent our district in Washington. I am thankful for their support and look forward to working with these leaders to improve our nation.”
The list of McVey campaign supporters is growing quickly.  Previously, McVey has won support from State Senator Beverly Gard, former Hancock County Sheriff and State Representative Nick Gulling, former Hancock County Councilman Walt Waitt, former Hancock County Commissioner Brian Kleiman, current Hancock County Councilmen Jim Shelby, Tom Roney, and Dick Pasco, and Huntington County Council President John Hacker.
Also running for the Republican nomination in the 5th district primary are long-time Congressman Dan Burton, former Indianapolis Coroner John McGoff, Indianapolis State Representative Mike Murphy, and Indianapolis lobbyist Luke Messer.
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October 7, 2009