I have a professional license in Special Education, School Building Leader, and School District Leadership. Calls and emails go unanswered from constituents about real concerns they are having. Boston Election Guide: Candidate overview - The Bay State Banner As an educator at a public charter school serving over 1,200 K4-12th grade students from across the city, Ive counseled 12 and 15-year-olds who have lost their friends and family to reckless driving. Furthermore, very important decisions have been made for District 9, even though there was direct conflict and opposition from the residents of District 9. What to bring to the polls on election day. This program is a meaningful deterrent program to keep our kids off the streets. Our health outcomes are some of the worst in the nation. The legislation gives the Milwaukee Police Department the authority to implement an automated speed enforcement system to "determine compliance with speed limits." Council President Sean Elo-Rivera (District 9) City Administration Building. I serve as Treasurer and Chair of the District Needs Task Force on Community Board 10. Unfortunately, reported crimes are exactly what they are, reported crimes; however, many crimes go unreported and are not included in statistical data. District 9 City Council member Candi CdeBaca in Globeville. VOTER GUIDE | Jacksonville City Council - Jacksonville Today Q&A with Mableton City Council District 4 candidates. The second would be to ensure that I work to significantly reduce reckless driving which continues to impede and drive away businesses and families within all Milwaukee communities. 2021 Elections: Who's running for the 9th City Council District seat in Photo courtesy of the Ben Leffler Campaign. Moving forward leaders must ensure that Harlem receives resources first, not last, to overcome the entrenched discrimination against minorities and the poor found in our current laws and policy. Im not waiting to be elected; Im doing the work now to help my community. THE NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL is the law-making body of the City of New York and it consists of 51 members from 51 different Council Districts throughout the five boroughs. On investment in our youth, I will prioritize public-private partnership and mentorship. What are the biggest challenges facing the district and how will you solve them? Tell us about yourself, what you do for a living, your relationship to the district, and which neighborhood you live in. 2023 Chicago live election results - Chicago Tribune 2021 General Election - District 9 Candidates - Welcome to the City of Fort Worth 2021 General Election filings for District 9 opens in new tab or window Skip to main content Quick Links Facebook Twitter Nextdoor YouTube Contact MYFW App My Area Data Google Translate Additionally, I was the head grant writer for Northwest Side CDC and Technology Coordinator for Marquette University, where I gather funding from area foundations ranging from the Bader Foundation to the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. I fought to keep the community informed, until I was terminated October 2022. Currently, I do not have any endorsements. Danny Grabill, the only Republican in the race, said he felt something pierce [his] heart during a daily devotional last August and believed the Lord had called him to run for office. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I have talked to the Mayor and the Police Chief about this endeavor and had a casual conversation with the Fire Chief as well. In addition, Im working with Simon Rigg, the director of the Sculptors Guild on an Art project that will teach and build on young peoples artistic talents. I eat at home 95% of the time. A bipartisan group of state lawmakers is proposing legislation called the 'Safe Roads Save Lives Act' that will allow for the installation of automated speed cameras to deter reckless driving. Harlem precincts have the highest number of police complaints in Manhattan. Ive never done this before, he tells the Monitor, while thinking aloud about his campaign strategy leading up to the election. City Council - Chattanooga As the Chair, Paula has led the committee in accomplishing it's 2022 priorities. So much so I founded the Central Harlem merchants Coalition To Save Small Businesses and Jobs. Lastly, we must identify and no longer ignore streets whose designs are dangerous. Meet the San Antonio District 9 City Council candidates SeanEloRivera@sandiego.gov. Election Q&A: Austin City Council District 9 candidates I do the work. As a lifelong public servant who has worked as an educator, youth development specialist, Technology Coordinator, and a Census Field Supervisor, the passion to serve has not dissipated. Preventing reckless driving has to be a top priority for our city. District 9 | AustinTexas.gov We must create a partnership between the City and AAA to provide Roadside Assistance at a lower cost for lower incomes and senior citizens. I took care of the community by problem solving and conducting follow-up calls to ensure every concern was resolved. I would like to assist residents with obtaining their own businesses, as well as homeownership. How can we store our water more efficiently?. The Austin Monitor is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. Photo courtesy of the Greg Smith Campaign. Instead of providing written answers to our questions, Alpheaus Marcus responded by directing us to his campaign video on YouTube. He said doing so would be a continuation of the work he was already doing by trying to show others how to combat gentrification and by attempting to start a community garden in the block neighboring his church. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The Albuquerque Regular Local Election is Tuesday, Nov. 2. This has led to a swarm. PHOENIX Meet Kevin Robinson, Sam Stone: Phoenix City Council District 6 candidates Taylor Seely Arizona Republic View Comments 0:04 0:57 Phoenix voters in north-central Phoenix, Arcadia,. I am also the former Chairman and CEO of a record company and currently a small business owner. MENOR, Ron. Q&A with Mableton City Council District 4 candidates Former Councilwoman Sandy Greyson, who termed out of the District 12 seat (for the second time) in 2019, contributed to two candidates in nearby District 11, giving $250 each to Jaynie Schultz and . (2) Second-degree recklessly endangering safety. See more election coverage here. I want to be a resource and an advocate for the community. I'm running for Alderwoman to make a deeper community impact beyond the classroom. The city of Milwaukee has some big decisions to make and some real issues to address. Compassionate Enforcement- Compassionate enforcement will involve no citations for minor traffic violations. I became a special education teacher impacting hundreds of students in MPS schools daily. These realities inspired me to run for Alderwoman to make a more profound community impact beyond the classroom. I have a B.A. (Clockwise from top left): Joshua Clennon, Billy Council, Alpheaus Marcus, Demetrius Wilson, Sheba Simpson and Mario Rosser. I ran for City Council in 2017 on both the Democrat and Reform Ballot lines, serving as chairman of the Reform Party in Manhattan. In brief, however, I am a young, working class black man from Harlem who was born here, lives here, and wants to see my hometown thrive. There is not a single solution for any of these problems. I am particularly proud of the residents of the 9th District. Click the link if youre interested. Designate one week out of every month for Road Safety Week, where we can have events centered around safe driving habits. I believe my qualifications, skills, and experiences can be used to problem solve, be the voice for, and positively influence changes in policies that will best meet the needs of the residents of district 9 and the entire Milwaukee community. A runoff election for districts 2, 4, 7, 11, 13, and 14 was held on June 5, 2021. These acts of service by our neighbors instilled in me the importance of community. After more than 15 years of grassroots and community organizing, I was appointed to serve in Congresswoman Gwen Moores 4th Congressional District Office from 2008-2019. Following the Money in Dallas City Council Campaigns CouncilHim is committed to the development, maturation, and empowerment of young people. While he says the citys recent decision to put a $350 million housing bond on the ballot which will raise taxes is not a permanent solution to Austins affordability woes, hes still a supporter. My son and I love chicken tacos with rice and beans from Taqueria El Cabrito. I dont have favorite spot in Milwaukee. . Now will you take the powerful next step and support our nonprofit news organization? City . Pictured are the candidates for Mableton City Council District 4. There are always opportunities to work with state leaders. District 9 District 9 covers the Bayside area in Virginia Beach and part of Shore Drive. A lot of these questions can be explored at my website. There is always room to create cohesive environments to problem solve. Eight candidates are in the running to represent District 9. Voters in Chicago cast their ballots Tuesday for mayor, alderman, city treasurer, clerk and representatives on police district councils. This program is a hidden gem in District 9. I was born and raised in Harlem, in District 9. Milwaukee Youth Detention CenterThe Milwaukee Youth Detention Center was voted to be built in the 9th district on W. Clinton. Current profession: Support facilitator at a Duval County public middle school, Other experience: Vice Chair of the Northwest Citizen Planning Advisory Committee, Vice Chair of the North Florida Transportation Planning Organizations Citizen Advisory Committee. District 9 Council Member Zohaib "Zo" Qadri was elected to represent District 9 in 2022. Hes a supporter of the citys upcoming $350 million housing bond, but feels thats only one part of the puzzle, citing code reform, expediting the permitting process and creating a more housing-friendly environment throughout the city. . I am running to be a champion for Harlems youth, to make Harlems streets safe for all residents, to revitalize and increase Black enterprise and entrepreneurship, and to strengthen all of our small businesses because they power our local economy. Mayor Steve Adler, District 3 Council Member Pio Renteria, District 5 Council Member Ann Kitchen and District 9 Council Member Kathie Tovo have all hit their term limits. The need for redevelopment and revitalizing the Brown Deer area is what I hear as the second largest issue when I am talking to neighbors as I go door to door. To find your City Council district visit https://www.cabq.gov/council/find-your-councilor Please introduce yourself. Councilmember Kristin Richardson Jordan, who's running . It is also a collaborative approach that can bring forth needed safety measures for the City of Milwaukee. "Darrell implies that we should accept whatever is in front of us no matter what it is," she said. On the whole, all six District 9 candidates are progressives campaigning on the issues of affordability, transportation and Land Development Code reform. I am running to be the "Voice" of District 9 residents who have been without a "Voice," and if I am elected, they will no longer be without a "Voice." Ive spent my career working at the intersection of advocacy, technology and business. I believe we have to start at the core which is the household, followed by working with elected officials at the city, county and state level. It has to be possible to do better. Ensuring that road construction includes these roundabouts in designated areas, which are proven to slow traffic patterns along with reducing the cost to residents to make speed bumps more affordable will go a long way in combating reckless driving. As Alderwoman, I will support Rep. LaKeisha Myers who is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would allow Milwaukee to install up to 75 red light cameras to catch those who speed 20 m.p.h. After reviewing the crime data for the 9th District, the rise in homicides and non-fatal shootings pose an existential threat to the residents of our district. I would like to accomplish strengthening the communities by forming block watches and encouraging neighbors to watch out for one another. I have not seen any other place like it. Campaign email or website: AmatoForMadison.com Conklin Nikki Conklin (I) Age: 37 Family: Three children: Andre, 17; Zaria, 16; and Xyla, 2 Job: Alder, city of Madison Prior elected office: Current Alder District 9, 2021-present Other public service: Past Lussier Community Education Center Board of Directors While Leffler champions the familiar causes of affordability, transit expansion and land use code reform, hes also a progressive and a pragmatist who feels he can walk the tightrope of getting things done while upholding the citys progressive values. 7. Yolanda Faye Williams - former city council assistant, repeat candidate; Terry Perkins - retired pastor, . The biggest challenges are, and have been for a long time, policing, housing, the economy, youth development, senior care, and overall health and wellness. As a lifelong resident, proven advocate and former executive assistant for Milwaukees Common Council, I not only have the dedication, drive and ambition to serve. I am championing a public municipal banking system to provide direct low interest capital to minority owned and struggling small businesses in Harlem. Continued lack of care for the mall created an even greater demise resulting unpaid fines and bureaucracy that continues to adversely affect the residents of the 9th district. A complete list of donors is available here, and our code of ethics is explained here. District 9 Neighborhoods: Clayton, Cole, Elyria Swansea, Five Points, Globeville, Skyland, Whittier, with parts of City Park, North Park Hill, South Park Hill. What steps will you take as alder to reduce reckless driving in Milwaukee? The lack of business economic development as well as the newly approved Juvenile Detention facility. The bipartisan sponsorship of this proposed legislation is a great opportunity to help communities across the state deal with a problem that is plaguing our cities. I am results oriented. Referring to the citys recently passed guaranteed income pilot program which will provide $1,000 a month to 85 families he says its a really progressive idea, but I want to know what the three-month, six-month, nine-month, and 12-month results are, because he wouldnt want to expand the program without making sure it actually works. I am a member of the Harlem Coalition to have the over-saturation of drug clinics removed from our community. Ive been involved in politics since I was 14 years old when I started as a youth organizer for a Black trades union. My career in service began with Milwaukee Innercity Congregations Allied for Hope, (MICAH). In the second installment of our series on the City Council District 9 election, we asked the candidates to address environmental issues in the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea (GES) neighborhoods. Early voting began Monday, May 24, 2021, and ended on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. Photo. 143m Eleanor Roosevelt Junior High School in Washington Heights. We have several people running as a steppingstone in their career. Though every candidate at a PBS12 mayoral debate said they had not received donations from the company or related . I live and work in Harlem as a Deacon at Rendall Memorial Church, serving as an attorney for various small businesses and community members who have not been able to access resources. Everyones voice needs to be considered and valued in order to move forward. It is irresponsible to every person living in Harlem and New York City. Unfortunately, her life was cut short when she still had so much life to live. and makes land use decisions as well as . Byron K. Powdrell and Renee Grout did not respond to the questionnaire. The 941.30 statute can be used with fidelity to immediately combat and reduce reckless driving. Sixteen candidates are currently running: William Allen, Cordell Cleare, Joshua Clennon, Billy Council, Pierre Gooding, Kristin Jordan, Alpheaus Marcus, Ruth McDaniels, Bernadette McNear,. A Tuesday debate, hosted by the GES Gazette and the Greater Park Hill News, took place in the new Colorado State University Hydro building and was generally cordial. We must also Implement the 4 Es of Road Safety. Here are a few steps I would like to take to reduce reckless driving: 1. Were here for you and that wont change. I have built relationships with developers as well as a national network of resources that will allow me to assist with bringing new and fresh businesses to district 9. Sixteen candidates are currently running: William Allen, Cordell Cleare, Joshua Clennon, Billy Council, Pierre Gooding, Kristin Jordan, Alpheaus Marcus, Ruth McDaniels, Bernadette McNear, Athena Moore, Mario Rosser, Sheba Simpson, Keith Taylor, Demetrius Wilson II, and Malik Wright. HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL - District VIII. I am passionate about my purpose to serve, be an advocate, and a voice for the community. (in District 3) Place 9 - Northeast Dallas, Lakewood Paula Blackmon - incumbent; Of the candidates in contested races, 23 are not incumbents. Great things can happen in Milwaukee when we all work together. I know the challenges of this community because Ive lived them. The building of a Training Center for Fire and Police recruits located where the Northridge Mall now stands will be an economic boom for the next 25 years. The August special election will still follow the district boundaries set in 2015, covering part of Northwest Jacksonville and extending to part of the Northside. District 9 Council candidates chat with the 'Monitor': Part II The district will also suffer if City Council does not effectively handle the $20 Billion dollar debt accruing over the next few budget cycles. . I plan to make several trips to the Capitol to lobby and pitch the value of the businesses and commerce that resides within the 9th District. over the limit and those who run red lights. We have one the highest unemployment rates in the city, many life threatening illnesses, impending evictions, small businesses closing, food insecurity and our schools are horribly underfunded. This requires a representative with a clear vision and loved experience to build consensus through coalitions that is me. Nearly every one of Jacksonville's 14 City Council district seats and five at-large seats will appear on ballots in the March 21st elections (a handful of incumbents have been re-elected unopposed or face only a write-in candidate: Kevin Carrico, Nick Howland, Rory Diamond and Matt Carlucci). City Councilman John Courage has successfully defended his seat against challenger Patrick Von Dohlen in the race for City Council District 9. I understand the residents and their needs and will continue to stand with them, in efforts of creating a safer and thriving District 9. I am running for City Council to provide practical leadership and real opportunities to the village of Harlem. As an educator, I understand the importance of building professional relationships in order to find common ground and mutual understanding. Feb. 26, 2023. . Candidates did not resort to shouting or jeering and demonstrated respect for one another, despite huge differences in opinion in some jeers and cheers from the crowd. I was a field organizer for President Obamas re-election campaign. We will add a lobbying effort to require the installation of anti-theft devices in the most frequently stolen vehicles that should stop this growing trend. In addition to our work at the city level, we need to work in collaboration with the state and the county. So the first step is to educate and engage the community, people at all income levels, and create a pipeline for input; a realistic and reasonable way for them to lend their voices to the process. Election 2022 | Meet the candidates for Jacksonville City Council District 9 Hanna Holthaus Florida Times-Union 0:00 1:21 A mentor's advice, an inner desire to serve and a divine calling. . I grew up the daughter and eldest child of parents who struggled at times to make ends meet. We are fully-local and cover the important issues and key decisions at the intersection between the local government and the community. Prioritizing community development, by inspiring a collective sense of pride and ownership in our community and our city and collaborating to solve our collective challenges. I have spoken with the residents and I will continue to stand with them on pushing the detention facility out of district 9. I previously worked as the Executive Vice President and General Counsel for Uptown Democratic Club. For starters, I will pursue actual impactful policies instead of doing seemingly nothing for the past few decades. Whenever Im asked about my best experience as an educator, my answer is always the same: The relationships i have with students and families. The food is amazing and the experience is everything. City Council District 9 candidates answer your questions ahead - KSAT In addition, I also served on the Advisory Committee on Transportation System Planning and Programming for the Milwaukee Urbanized Area. City Council District 9 - Dallas 2022 General Election: Candidates Q&A - Honolulu Star-Advertiser The primary election is Tuesday, February 21. The race for Fort Worth City Council is officially on and features many unfamiliar faces. So, I am unable to pinpoint my favorite spot! San Diego, CA 92101. They have the best barbecue in Milwaukee; ribs, rip tips, steaks, turkey legs, chicken, sausage, brats. But BOE officials say hand recounts are legally necessary in two City Council primariesthe Democratic race in Council District 9 and the Republican contest in 50th . But well get there. What steps will you take as alderperson to reduce reckless driving in Milwaukee? District 9. On policing, his focus is on strong civilian oversight and building trust: We spent something like $13 (million)-$15 million on police settlements in the last year. He has failed to write policy that would benefit our community. Committees. Ive worked under many leaders in our city and the ones whove had the most impact are the ones who people don't always agree with, but always trust and respect. It offers policy direction, while the office of the City Manager implements administrative actions based on those policies. To address these issues we need to use a multimodal approach. If theres anything thats going to stop Austin from growing, its us running out of water. I will work with relevant stakeholders to further the goal of ensuring affordable housing, public health equity, and educational and criminal justice reform to ensure Harlem receives its fair share of governmental resources. One consequence of that competition: It can be difficult for voters to differentiate the candidates, their policies and how they intend to represent the district. Meet the candidates for Austin City Council District 9 When it comes to the mismanagement of money in Austin, I dont understand why we cant forecast a more accurate cost, he tells the Monitor. Though our reporting covers donors from time to time, we are careful to keep business and editorial efforts separate while maintaining transparency. As County Supervisor, I had the opportunity to learn a lot about this program and how it helps kids from all walks of life. He has failed to push to have the Small Business Jobs Survival Act voted on. 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