In a statement released today, Brenda Burnette said, “Having been involved in law enforcement for 30 years, I have longed for positive change in Northampton County. My family and I now feel that the time has come for me to seek elected office.”

Burnette said she wants to bring positive changes to the Northampton County Sheriff's Office by running. ”I have been concerned about integrity, professionalism and respect demonstrated in the Sheriff’s Office and believe there are workable solutions that will address these concerns. I would like to see the Sheriff's Department return to the level of integrity that will not only boost morale in the department, but return the respect of the public for the Sheriff's Department to a high level.”

Said Burnette in the statement: ”For this reason, I feel that I must step forward and offer the voters of Northampton County a choice for positive change. I am a candidate who will lead by example and serve the citizens with respect, professionalism, and integrity.

“I will enforce strong public safety, safe schools, proactive law enforcement, community involvement, strong drug enforcement, quick and courteous service, and community policing. I am looking forward to making positive changes in Northampton County. Together we can move forward and not take steps back.”