SeanEloRivera@sandiego.gov. I will focus on fighting police injustices through legislative reform, as well as provide more quality educational opportunities and programming for Harlems youth. Our world as a whole is in desperate need of real change, and I believe I can start that change from right here in my hometown. Improving community safety by investing in community-based programs that can help address the root causes of crime by prioritizing prevention strategies, and working collaboratively with our police and fire departments to establish and maintain the community's trust and reliance. 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 More: Candidates talk priorities, motivations ahead of Jacksonville City Council special elections. I became a special education teacher impacting hundreds of students in MPS schools daily. On Tuesday, February 21st, Milwaukeeans will have an opportunity to cast their votes for three open Common Council seats. This will work to curtail the increasing growth in reckless driving. My vision is to transform aldermanic district 9 into one of the most prosperous districts in Wisconsin, where residents feel safe to purchase a home, start a business, raise a family, shop, dine, and enjoy everyday life. My favorite place to eat in Milwaukee is Mr. Bs Saturday brunch. Here are the 30 candidates running for Fort Worth City Council I am trustworthy, hardworking, and organized. Tell us about yourself, what you do for a living, your relationship to the district, and which neighborhood you live in. I am immensely proud of the educational processes done at both Stuart and Thoreau Elementary Schools. We have several people running as a steppingstone in their career. The park offers great walking trails and you can even enjoy some golfing on the driving range. Part II features the rest of the District 9 candidates. The current Council Member has had an honorable career in service to our community. If elected, do you see any opportunities to help local leaders better collaborate with state leaders in Madison? Through my work with MPS and other education sectors in the city, I learned firsthand the many barriers children and their families are facing in Milwaukee. Therefore, there is no one person, place or program that can stand alone. 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. Byron K. Powdrell and Renee Grout did not respond to the questionnaire. Voter data is deleted after. There are two area that I would like to accomplish in 2023. 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. City Council District 9 (current: Bill Perkins) William Allen Cordell Cleare Joshua Clennon Billy Council Pierre . In addition, I also served on the Advisory Committee on Transportation System Planning and Programming for the Milwaukee Urbanized Area. City Councilman John Courage has successfully defended his seat against challenger Patrick Von Dohlen in the race for City Council District 9. Also, when someone commits serious reckless driving offenses, we must consider a mandatory 25-year license suspension or a possible lifetime license suspension, especially if there is serious injury or loss of life. More than 40 candidates file to run for 2023 Dallas City Council I grew up the daughter and eldest child of parents who struggled at times to make ends meet. 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. Harlem is facing three major challenges: (1) A looming eviction epidemic exacerbated by the pandemic, (2) high unemployment and small business closures, and (3) underfunded public services from schools and youth programs to public safety resources. 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. The need for speed bumps and roundabouts were mentioned the most. 2021 General Election - District 9 Candidates - Welcome to the City of I serve as Treasurer and Chair of the District Needs Task Force on Community Board 10. So, I am unable to pinpoint my favorite spot! Photo courtesy of the Greg Smith Campaign. I hold a degree, several licenses, and certifications. There is always room to create cohesive environments to problem solve. This would allow the city to confiscate vehicles and enforce insurance requirements and regulations. In order to move forward, our city needs leaders who are interested in working collaboratively to address the issues we face in our communities. If elected, what is one specific thing you'd like to accomplish in your district in 2023? I will always be an educator, and will seek to motivate, and promote great teaching and learning. I am running for City Council for the second time in my birth place of Harlem to reduce the rampant unemployment, lack of affordable housing and poor school outcomes that have been a part of our community for decades without change. My journey to Harlem started in Mississippi. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. "When I send a mailer I will have my name, my face and what I believe in.". CouncilHim is committed to the development, maturation, and empowerment of young people. New York City Council Primary Election Results I am also a proud member of Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority where I gained a deeper appreciation for the power of a united community. Candidates: Kwon Atlas, Candi CdeBaca (incumbent) and Darrell Watson. Feb. 26, 2023. . The New York City Primary Elections will be held on June 22nd, 2021. My goal to reduce homicides is to work with the Common Council to get tougher on those that commit crimes. And were honored you look to us for serious, in-depth news. Education- We must build community awareness through teaching, training, monitoring, and influencing road behavioral change. and makes land use decisions as well as . As the alderman of District 9, I will ensure that this facility does not adversely impact the community of District 9 and also ensure the voice of the community is heard by the common council. Our families have survived on minimum wage. We also need to consider community policing and placing sub-stations in areas of high crime. The difference between Council members who are effective and those who are not is the ability to lean in and bring visibility to issues. District 9: Linda Guerrero Guerrero said she's a lifelong. I will make it a priority to create policy for accessibility to the differently abled community, stronger animal protection laws and get the funding for sustainable resources and service for seniors; as well as low and affordable housing for the most vulnerable in the community. I am proud and excited to see the Office of Violence Prevention move their location to District 9. Campaign finance reports . What makes her the best candidate? As a homeowner and parent, I want to keep the 9th District in particular a great place to raise a family. 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. In addition, having other leaders like Rep. Ryan Clancy and Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez in Madison can help to share concerns from a county perspective. I am proud to say that Ive taken that step many years ago and will continue to do so, when elected. When we work in silos progress is minimal, its when we work together that we start to see change. And the way the states attacking all types of communities, from immigrants to womens access to health care to trans kids, I think we need to stand up for our values here in the most strategic way possible.. I will be a visible councilman. "I don't support sending out anonymous mailers," he said. I am in favor of a New York City stimulus to save our Harlemites, New York City residents and small businesses currently struggling to stay afloat financially. "If elected, it would be my. Columbia University doctorate in education; two Masters of Arts from the Naval Postgraduate School in National Security Studies and the City College of New York in Sociology; Bachelor of Science from Howard University. CdeBaca agreed with those who say it's a loss of character for neighborhoods, and lamented the loss of history that results. 3. 8 min ago. A single candidate would have to win 51 percent of the vote outright to claim the open seat in August. Any spot in Milwaukee with rotisserie or grilled chicken is the place for me. Smith is an entrepreneur and vice president of development at Grayhawk Insurance & Risk Management, where he specializes in commercial insurance and golf industries. Though every candidate at a PBS12 mayoral debate said they had not received donations from the company or related . I would add in support for small businesses, funding for local schools and raising the minimum wage to the livable wage of $23/hour all will help drive down crime, as were giving more opportunities to the people. The first thing to reduce reckless driving in Milwaukee would be to introduce, state statute 941.30. My professional background managing low income housing cooperatives (HDFCs) gives me deep experience to address the housing affordability crisis. HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL - District VIII. I grew up in the stop and frisk era and know what its like to be harassed and targeted by the NYPD. Lastly, if we all partner together, we can make Milwaukee Aldermanic District 9 a better place where residents feel safe to shop, enjoy entertainment, purchase homes, start businesses, raise families, and enjoy everyday life. City election includes three mayoral candidates, 12 vying for Lincoln 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. Our neighborhood has been disproportionately impacted by Covid-19, experiencing one of the highest death rates in New York City.