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. Voter data is deleted after. Im working with an Australian radio show to bring a radio show to Harlem to teach middle and high school Black and Latinx students how to become radio hosts. I have the experience in bringing people together and constituent relations to be an effective member of the City of Milwaukee Common Council. Businesses owners are facing two crises and the current city council can mitigate the crises, by voting and passing the Small Business Jobs Survival Act. The community meetings will be town-hall style and will provide updates and allow for residents and business owners to share their concerns and suggestions for improving our district. What are the biggest challenges facing the district and how will you solve them? Ive lived my whole life in Harlem and am running for City council to fight against the cycle of displacement that has led so many to be forced out of this neighborhood. We had discussions about changing the narrative for youth here in Milwaukee. Hes served on the Music Commission, received awards from the Austin Chamber of Commerce, and is founder of Localeur, an app that provides local recommendations to travelers. 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. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. I would look for technology solutions. He proudly represents the neighborhoods of Downtown, Rainey St., Old West Austin, West Campus, Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Mueller, Cherrywood, and more. My family has and still calls 129th Street home for over 80 years. Cory W. Dennington It's anyone's guess, experts weigh in, Exclusive poll: Three-way tie in Denver mayor's race, but Denverites undecided as voting nears. Were seeing our lake levels drop lower and lower. I would like to add I am most proud of how wonderful the residents have been to me while doing doors. The legislation gives the Milwaukee Police Department the authority to implement an automated speed enforcement system to "determine compliance with speed limits." Additional steps would include determining which initiatives like reviewing information from the City-County Carjacking and Reckless Driving Task Force and implement viable suggestions for quick and cost effective options for immediate implementation. The qualifications and experiences that I have are vast. I will remain a very humble man of God. As the Chair, Paula has led the committee in accomplishing it's 2022 priorities. Once again, we emphasize the difference between me and my opponents is that they will tell constituents what it is that they want to do. So, I am unable to pinpoint my favorite spot! I am immensely proud of the educational processes done at both Stuart and Thoreau Elementary Schools. Watson initially did not respond directly, instead steering the conversation into housing policy. Harlem precincts have the highest number of police complaints in Manhattan. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, What To Bring To The Polls On Election Day, Meet The Candidates Running In District 1, Meet The Candidates Running In District 5. the Biden Administration has recently awarded an $800,000 grant to Milwaukee County to address reckless driving. Smith is an entrepreneur and vice president of development at Grayhawk Insurance & Risk Management, where he specializes in commercial insurance and golf industries. I vowed from that day forward that I would not allow her death to be in vain but rather champion this issue in her honor. He faces four. Pop's Barbecue, a food truck in District 9, usually parked on 76th and Goodhope, is proudly owned by Michael and Debra Hester. The district will also suffer if City Council does not effectively handle the $20 Billion dollar debt accruing over the next few budget cycles. By Eric Heinz. Aldermanic District 9 has been without a "Voice" for quite some time, and as a consequence, important decisions have been made without proper representation. What will you do differently than the incumbent? Friday marked the deadline to file to run in Fort Worth's upcoming municipal election. Additionally, we must use a multi-pronged approach to end reckless driving within our city. The committee has reviewed policies and procedures to prevent environmental threats, reform bulk-and-brush trash pickup . District 9 Council Member Zohaib "Zo" Qadri was elected to represent District 9 in 2022. The difference between Council members who are effective and those who are not is the ability to lean in and bring visibility to issues. Ben Lefflerhas experience in local government, working in the Office of the City Auditor and later as an adviser for former City Council Member Chris Riley. 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. (2) Second-degree recklessly endangering safety. With 9,017 votes, Kristin Richardson Jordan is in the lead, a difference of 0.6% against Bill Perkins's 8,913 votes. 143m Eleanor Roosevelt Junior High School in Washington Heights. . Voters in city council districts 1, 2, 3, 5 and 9 will vote in a June 5 runoff election between two candidates. Milwaukee has a variety of great places to get a good meal! I became a special education teacher impacting hundreds of students in MPS schools daily. As a Council Member I would introduce bold progressive policy to implement a comprehensive and community driven approach to rezoning, permanent income based housing, develop affordable homeownership opportunities, and restore and protect NYCHA from privatization. 3. This training center will be a regional center first and will blossom into a national and international destination. On public safety, he believes in having a stronger focus on things like mental health resources, maintaining a strong relationship with Police Chief Joseph Chacon, and making sure money is being spent wisely. 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. Whoever recklessly endangers anothers safety under circumstances which show utter disregard for human life is guilty of a Class F felony. Platform highlights: Clark-Murray told the Times-Union that having infrastructure as a priority was too broad and wanted to focus specifically on fixing drainage and electrical issues in older neighborhoods. The third Democrat running in District 4 is Kay Siebler, an assistant professor of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a staunch supporter of the Fairness Ordinance. Compassionate Enforcement- Compassionate enforcement will involve no citations for minor traffic violations. Both as a teacher and a community block watch leader, I have had to work with people who have views and different values than I do. We must remember that the bail must fit the crime and the cost of a life is priceless, therefore, bail should not be a consideration. Department of Education, NYPD, etc.) One place that Im proud of in the district is Evolve Church. Through it all, my family and I leaned on neighbors who helped us out when they could. District 9 City Council candidates chat with the 'Monitor': Part I Monday, August 15, 2022 by Sean Saldaa Read Part II of the series here. Free healthcare at the point of service, affordable quality housing, and a universal basic income would all help mitigate crime in addition to their obvious benefits. Watson had a different perspective, saying the councilwoman does not know what the character of neighborhoods like Park Hill is and offering a plan to learn. I have been in leadership positions at Central Harlems Community Board 10 over the last twelve years. 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." There is always room to create cohesive environments to problem solve. City Councilman John Courage has successfully defended his seat against challenger Patrick Von Dohlen in the race for City Council District 9. If theres anything thats going to stop Austin from growing, its us running out of water. The party primaries for New York City's 2021 elections are rapidly approaching. How can we be more efficient with our water use? I have served as Chairman of the Board for the Milwaukee Police Athletic League and FIT CLUB MKE, two 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations developed for Youth Development and Community Engagement. Therefore, there is no one person, place or program that can stand alone. However, when serious traffic infractions occur, we will enforce mandatory driver's education courses through a future partnership with MATC and local driving schools. Smith was and is a big supporter of Project Connect, but hes annoyed that the estimated price tag has gone from $7 billion to $10 billion. Though every candidate at a PBS12 mayoral debate said they had not received donations from the company or related . The Mayor continues to be elected at-large. I also have an array of work experiences from large companies to small businesses. 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. The District 7 seat, however, remains open awhile longer. There are two area that I would like to accomplish in 2023. We need to elect leaders who work well with others, that value input from residents and business owners and can bridge the divides in order to unlock our enormous potential. San Antonio City Council District 9 Race 2021 Texas Public Radio Published April 19, 2021 at 12:59 AM CDT Note: Names are listed in order of appearance on the ballot according to the city clerks' office. 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. I worked on a US Senate campaign and legislative advocacy Fellow for an anti-poverty program called RESULTS. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. District 9: District 9, which is only 12 square miles in size, is bordered by MoPac and Lamar boulevards on the west, Manor Road and Interstate 35 on the east, Oltorf Street on the south and 51st Street on the north. I dont always broadcast it, but I do the work. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The Albuquerque Regular Local Election is Tuesday, Nov. 2. Editors note: this story has been updated to include Keith Taylors answers on March 22 and Pierre Gooding on March 23. Click the link if youre interested. 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 currently serve Harlem on Manhattan Community Board 10 as Treasurer and Chair of the District Needs Task Force, and as Co Chair of Economic Development for the NAACP Mid Manhattan Branch. I worked as the Legislative Aide in the 9th District. I dont exactly come from a typical political background. 5. In my 1st term, I became the Chairman of the powerful Transportation, Public Works, and Transit Committee, a member of the Health and Human Needs Committee, and a member of the Personnel Committee. One of the biggest challenges facing the district is crime and violence. Ensuring our youth and seniors have access to the resources they need to thrive by connecting families and children with existing resources, advocate for more action at the city level for affordable housing, clean drinking water, quality public transportation, and healthy food options to be easily accessible to every family and child in our city.