I would like to accomplish strengthening the communities by forming block watches and encouraging neighbors to watch out for one another. City Council District - 9 (Central Harlem, Morningside Heights) Rank #1. Engineering- We must look at our street designs in District 9 and identify streets and roads needing speed updates, design updates, and traffic flow updates. I walked the district and talked with the residents. 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. PREVIOUS: Austin City Council District 9 candidates on affordable housing You can find Qadri's campaign website here. My family has and still calls 129th Street home for over 80 years. I enjoy preparing my meals and by doing so my health has vastly improved, especially my A1C and Cholesterol numbers. Hes also looking to lean away from political fights with Texas conservative state government and focus more on local issues. Were seeing our lake levels drop lower and lower. A lot of these questions can be explored at my website, https://www.dwilsoncampaign.com. Lastly, I am encouraged by the first meeting in two years of Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Governor Tony Evers at the governor's mansion, which is a positive sign that Wisconsinites are always willing to put differences aside for the betterment of all Wisconsinites. I am a college graduate. For the next two months, 27 candidates will campaign in contested races to earn a spot on council. San Antonio resident for 45 . I know what it takes to fight for what is right for the many and not the few. 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. I am a Harlem native, lifelong Democrat, and community leader fighting for housing justice, economic equity, fully funded public education, and public safety reform. How can we be more efficient with our water use? My familys home was foreclosed on when I was young. District 9 representative Garrett Dennis resigned from council in May to announce his campaign for Florida House of Representatives. Committees. 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. Editors note: this story has been updated to include Keith Taylors answers on March 22 and Pierre Gooding on March 23. A runoff election for districts 2, 4, 7, 11, 13, and 14 was held on June 5, 2021. Knowing that I have made a difference in my students lives is the wind that keeps me going. 619-236-6699. My goal as the alderman would be to ensure the razing of Northridge Mall and determining how to expedite the development of a mixed-use facility that would increase housing, small and large business opportunities, outdoor and indoor entertainment prospects for residents of all ages. I am a 17-year veteran teacher, Lead Union Representative, 8-year military veteran, and a 20-year community service representative. Our first choice, Tricia Shimamura, is a social worker and longtime advocate who will fight to maintain the rent-regulated status of many tenants in her district. The 941.30 statute can be used with fidelity to immediately combat and reduce reckless driving. I worked collaboratively with a diverse team to complete a million-dollar project. To solve Milwaukee's Reckless driving, we must embrace adaptable, proactive solutions by: Strategizing Yearly, Learning Vigorously, and Investing Aggressively. Here are a few steps I would like to take to reduce reckless driving: 1. I dont always broadcast it, but I do the work. Instead of providing written answers to our questions, Alpheaus Marcus responded by directing us to his. For over 20 years, I have been a racial equity teacher in the Bronx. What do you think. I hold a degree, several licenses, and certifications. Yes, Milwaukee is the economic engine for the state of Wisconsin and we all, regardless of partisanship, want to see it succeed. 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. Im not a politician. I am a member of the Harlem Coalition to have the over-saturation of drug clinics removed from our community. District 9 includes most of downtown and the University of Texas campus but does not include the Capitol or most of the state office complex. This coupled with mandatory drivers re-education classes for adults who drive recklessly, so they can unlearn their bad driving habits. What to bring to the polls on election day. I want to serve as alderman because our district needs strong leadership to deal with the plethora of important issues we face. City Councilman John Courage has successfully defended his seat against challenger Patrick Von Dohlen in the race for City Council District 9. For starters, I will pursue actual impactful policies instead of doing seemingly nothing for the past few decades. 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. But if I am elected, I have the tenacity and work ethic to turn District 9 around positively. 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If elected, Smith intends to approach the role with humility and not stick to policies that arent yielding desired results. 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. My community was in crisis prior to COVID-19 and it has been exasperated since the pandemic. Im a partnerships manager at LinkedIn where I help startups grow through the platform. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - The Albuquerque Regular Local Election is Tuesday, Nov. 2. The mailers sent out citywide alleged CdeBaca was anti-affordable housing and anti-homelessness. Districts 1, 3 and 5 are open seats, with the current officeholders terming out, while Districts 7 and 9 have two incumbents running for reelection: Maya Esparza and Pam Foley, respectively. We have several people running as a steppingstone in their career. I have a head start on understanding the needs and the concerns of the district. I have built very strong relationships with community members through helping to run two homeless shelters overnight in Harlem and Queens, putting a Harlem State Senate scamming the public in jail, bringing home 800 Americans marooned in Ghana, and providing our community with remote learning devices, masks, vaccination advocacy and holiday gifts during the pandemic. This is traumatizing to our youth and wildly unacceptable. We are being considered for and are moving through the screening process with several labor unions. What qualifications and/or experience make you the best fit to represent your district? These experiences along with my dedication and commitment to the community, as well as the greater Milwaukee area is evident in my career in service to others. 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. CouncilHim is committed to the development, maturation, and empowerment of young people. Tell us about yourself, what you do for a living, your relationship to the district, and which neighborhood you live in. As alderwoman, I will prioritize infrastructure and policy that has a real and meaningful impact. 8. Dennis won the city seat in 2015 and again in 2019, making him ineligible to run this year due to term limit regulations. Improving the surface and underlying infrastructure along. I think that speed bumps in residential areas and the construction of roundabouts in areas of high traffic incidents will have a positive impact on reducing incidences of reckless driving and prevent senseless road fatalities. 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. And, I am making a real change in my community. 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. As an educator, I understand the importance of building professional relationships in order to find common ground and mutual understanding. We also need to consider community policing and placing sub-stations in areas of high crime. I am immensely proud of the educational processes done at both Stuart and Thoreau Elementary Schools. By Eric Heinz. I will leverage federal and state efforts to provide economic relief to NYC to make certain that Harlem is at the forefront of communities receiving economic aid, not only because of COVID-19, but because of the systemic issues of poverty, crime and injustices the Harlem community suffered from before the pandemic existed. I understand the residents and their needs and will continue to stand with them, in efforts of creating a safer and thriving District 9. "If elected, it would be my. Byron K. Powdrell and Renee Grout did not respond to the questionnaire. 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. While most elected officials and institutions have not yet weighed in on this race, we expect to announce some exciting endorsements in the coming weeks. City Council District 9 Once a perennial Democratic candidate, Councilman John Courage has represented the traditionally conservative North Side district for two terms. Why do you want to serve on the Milwaukee Common Council? Im running for City Council because I am tired of the elected official that I have voted for not keeping the promises they made to help improve the quality of life for my community. One way Spearman is looking to stand out: his ties to Austins business and entertainment community. A proposed bill in the state legislature would raise the minimum age for purchasing a firearm in Colorado from 18 to 21, if passed into law. Trust and transparency are keys to producing dialogue to challenge change. . So many of my opponents are running because they need a job; however, I am running because I have a heart for District 9. Recklessly endangering safety. (1) First-degree recklessly endangering safety. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Milwaukee Youth Detention CenterThe Milwaukee Youth Detention Center was voted to be built in the 9th district on W. Clinton. 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. For TPR's full Voter Guide, click here. 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. 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. You know a strong community needs local and dedicated watchdog reporting. HomicidesAccording to the Milwaukee Police Crime Maps, as of February 2023 homicides are up 113% in District 9. But well get there. I continuously informed the community regarding updates on the juvenile facility. 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. Higher fines and impound the cars of drivers who are caught speeding 20 miles or more over the speed limit. I have been in leadership positions at Central Harlems Community Board 10 over the last twelve years. 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. Yes. District 9 Incumbent Yvonne Kinston has three challengers for the District 9 seat. Voter data is deleted after. Until 2015, the body contained seven members, including the city's Mayor, all elected at-large. I do the work, McAllister said. It is also a collaborative approach that can bring forth needed safety measures for the City of Milwaukee. District 9 incumbent Councilmember Candi CdeBaca faces challenges from Kwon Atlas and Darrell Watson. . Through it all, my family and I leaned on neighbors who helped us out when they could. Boston voters approved again changing the composition of the council, to 13 members: 9 district representatives and 4 at-large members. I am a Manhattan District 9 Central Harlem resident. She defended her voting record. Whoever recklessly endangers anothers safety is guilty of a Class G felony. I took care of the community by problem solving and conducting follow-up calls to ensure every concern was resolved. See report link here. We must call for increased enforcement of speeding laws within our city. In addition to our work at the city level, we need to work in collaboration with the state and the county. Programs that will keep them out of the streets. 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. The majority of the city's 50 council seats are contested . I am trustworthy, hardworking, and organized. The diversity of our community offers the opportunity to bring together the Milwaukee Chamber(s) of Commerce, Granville BID and other stakeholders to collaborate around the best approach to ensure redevelopment of the Northridge area. We must also give free drivers education classes for teenagers who are just now starting to drive. 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. Candidates for Long Beach Council District 9 are Ginny Gonzales, Raul Nario and Joni Ricks-Oddie. I am a proud 23-year resident of the 9th Aldermanic District. Information on those candidates is below, and we'll track live results. 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. We as a community need to support and uplift the people who work daily toward keeping us safe. Early voting began Monday, May 24, 2021, and ended on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. We have a lot of candidates who are starting to say certain things, but the track records arent there of them showing up in those communities, he tells the Monitor. City Council District 9 candidates answer your questions ahead of San Antonio's May 1 election Good Morning San Antonio 6:00am Your morning local news from South Texas 2 fire weather. I plan to use the power of the office to legislate, execute and influence ideas that advocate for everyone in Harlem and the City. 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. I am extremely active in my community, participating in protests against immigrant detention centers, gentrification, and worker exploitation. One place that Im proud of in the district is Evolve Church. One of many initiatives Ive created has been geared towards working with the youth, on ending reckless driving. The church embodies what it means and what it feels like to be part of a thriving community. Currently, I am the Director of Operations at COVE Lounge. I hope to bring about confidence in an elected official that listens to and respects the residents. 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. District 9 District 9 covers the Bayside area in Virginia Beach and part of Shore Drive. One of my goals while addressing all of these issues would be to expand the Police to Citizen website and make it a mobile app to ensure that we are working with the real numbers and not just the reported numbers. Smith is an entrepreneur and vice president of development at Grayhawk Insurance & Risk Management, where he specializes in commercial insurance and golf industries. It offers policy direction, while the office of the City Manager implements administrative actions based on those policies. Im running for City Council to direct the resources that are flowing through New York to our families in Harlem. In addition, I also served on the Advisory Committee on Transportation System Planning and Programming for the Milwaukee Urbanized Area. I am passionate about my purpose to serve, be an advocate, and a voice for the community. Recently, I have expanded that involvement to include things such as participating in City Council hearings on legislation, providing testimony, and connecting with other leaders and legislators in Harlem and in other boroughs to understand how our neighborhoods are connected and how we can work together for a better NYC overall. 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. I found many of their methods will be an asset for our district. 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. I am running for city council because it feels like a necessity. Rob Grilley Jr. But that wasn't good enough for CdeBaca, who shot back quickly. He said he would spend money on road repair, reducing homelessness and helping small businesses, instead of social projects, such as the removal of historic monuments., What makes him the best candidate?