Q: Last years city budget included a record $545.27 million for the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office. In-person balloting at voting centers will occur on three days in mid-March: Saturday, March 11: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, March 13: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 14: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A: When Im not supporting colorectal cancer patients and survivors in my full time job with the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, you can find me spending time at the beach, visiting and spending time with family, eating great food throughout the city, supporting our arts, speaking out and showing up for our community, playing golf and tennis, and playing with our dachshunds at home Dexter, Dirk, and Max. I believe in open government and open-door policies so constituents can be heard and know that their opinions matter. This office will be a great resource for city councils of the future. The mayor won some changes to the laws last year, with a last-minute push by Hochul to make more crimes like those involving guns and repeat offenders bail eligible, yet he didnt get the so-called dangerousness standard that hed lobbied for. Also, about three inches of snow is possible around Seattle this evening. A: Council can and should work with developers and charitable organizations to create opportunities to increase housing units in the city. At the same time, I understand the impact that law enforcement can have on communities, and I am committed to strengthening community-police relations through investments that are responsible and mindful. As its currentcouncil member and one who has lived in several of its communities andremained in it for the past 24 years, know the people in 9. The once-powerful Ald. A: Throughout most of my life, I have not been a political person. The homeless crisis is unlike anything Ive ever witnessed. As an example, first-time home buyers have very different needs from our citizens on public assistance. Q: Tell us about yourself What job/jobs do you hold besides City Council? JSO staffing levels in light of national standards. Take out the plaques and change the name of the park. We must do better than that, which is why I called for the remaining American Rescue Plan funding $73 million to be used for the affordable housing crisis instead of going into reserves. We dont have a library in District 2, but city leaders announced in 2019 to build one on New Berlin Road. in Health Care Management, UNF with a Master of Public Health, and holding anExecutive Master of Public Policy from JU, I am equipped with the right skills to effectively advocateand legislate for the residents of District 8 and our city. A: The biggest issue in my district that I would like to tackle if elected to Jacksonville City Council is houselessness. The panhandling ends. Investigate more density of housing, especially in urban neighborhoods. I am a finance professional. One small suggestion that doesnt require so much money is for police to simply get out of the cars and into the communities they represent. We have roads and bridges named after people. I am a founding member and current Vice President of Preservation SOS, Inc., a very small grassroots non-profit formed in 2010 to fight the demolition of historic structures in the Springfield Historic District and work toward restoration of those structures. The haves and have nots are further than they have ever been. A: As a member of the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board, I have seen firsthand the effects of climate change on our city and I understand the urgency of the issue. People want to come together. I went to public schools in Tallahassee before attending Tallahassee Community College and double majoring in political and interdisciplinary social science at Florida State University. City investment needed in left-behind neighborhoods to achieve parity to well-maintained neighborhoods relative to:Infrastructure, Cleanliness, Environmental remediation and protection, Code enforcement and zoning. A: Before making a decision, I look forward to seeing the conceptual plans and the cost before taking a position for financing. Petitioning for this year's City Council elections, set to start next week, could now be delayed due to a lawsuit filed on Friday by a legal defense group on behalf of Asian American communities . Upgrading the infrastructure, more advanced flood drainengineering, is an ongoing necessity for the council and I will see that we are continually addressing that. Im a blue collar worker. Investing in our neighborhoods means making sure that everypart of town has access to safe, affordable housing, good schools, and green spaces. A: To address the lack of affordable housing is to address major property tax cuts. The filing deadline for this election was February 8, 2019, although independent candidates had until July 1 to file. City of Orlando Canvassing Board convenes to conduct a Public Test of Voter Tabulation Equipment for the November 2, 2021 Election - 10:00am @ Supervisor of Elections Office, 119 W. Kaley Street, Orlando, FL. The dilapidated conditions I see are the result of poor leadership in the City Council. Investigate whether or not some of the Downtown Investment Authority programs encouraging Downtown residence would be appropriate in other parts of town. Additionally, I have extensive experience in community engagement and activism. After some pandemic-era hits, the music and arts festival will return Sept. 2-3 under new leadership. A: I would consult an expert to determine whats needed for preparation. Implement recommendations in the An Assessment of Urban Tree Canopy in the City of Jacksonville, Florida (report dated October 2017). A: The city, we need to renovate it ASAP. . Nine candidates are vying to be Jacksonvilles next mayor, but only seven were on stage: former state Sen. Audrey Gibson (D), council members Leanna Cumber (R) and Al Ferraro (R), Theresa Rename Springfield Park to Reconciliation Park. They attended the local public schools and graduated for the state universities, FSU, UF and UNF. All at-large candidates are listed first. The Confederate monuments have become a distraction to the important business of government and the image of our city. A: The city has invested millions of dollars in renovations over the years. We need to recruit and encourage police cadets and those pursuing criminal justicestudies at our local and state universities to join our JSO. We cant take support from these conglomerates buying these houses and flipping them with outrageous markups (like my opponent) and say we are concerned about affordable housing. It is important that future policy recommendations are data driven with measurable benchmarks to ensure success. Doyou support continuing this level of funding for JSO? How long have you lived in Duval County? The free market will show us how to build in the future. Look at the monument issue. From helping the family of Jordan Davis to ending pediatric dentist Howard Schneiders reign of pain and fraud on kids, media became interested in me and my cases. A: I run, so I find new and creative ways to get a good workout. I drive to Jekyll Island, Georgia, spend a few nights, and run the Sydney Lanier Bridge. My PRYORity is YOU! A: I believe growth is the single greatest issue facing Jacksonville. I would like to recommend a Risk Analysis for the most critical areas of crime in the Patrol Zones. I believe, with the right leadership, Jacksonville is poised to compete with places like Charlotte and Atlanta. As a family, we flourished on the Northside, residing initially on Cleveland Road, then in Harborview, until my father purchased the family home on Edgewood, where my husband and I now reside. I am already working to improve my neighborhood and will do the same for all as District 7s City Councilmember. But we live in a city where inequality and lack of compassion seem to govern. As a City Councilman, Ill work across the aisle to take down every Confederate monument, statute or plaque thats in our community. I do not support any attempt to erase history. A: Continue to use natural gas as a primary fuel for generating electricity. I am grateful to have the endorsement of our new Sheriff T.K. KUOW is the Puget Sound regions #1 radio station for news. The quick turnaround on council elections, which usually take place every four years, is a result of this years City Council redistricting that takes place after the U.S. Census once every decade. At the time, Boeing wasn't doing so well and Seattle was generally bummed out. I sat on the banks of the St. Johns River after it was done. David Tagliani's search and rescue dog Libby in Kup'yans'k. I would like to see the stadium be renovated to include a tennis element for purposes of hosting professional tennis. How long have you lived in DuvalCounty? Theyll also push for other bills intended to protect tenants and make housing more affordable like a to establish a new state agency called the Social Housing Development Authority that would be charged with preserving and building high quality affordable housing across the state. However, since this time, I have come to fully support removing Confederate monuments from our public spaces. We are going to produce athletes. Having said this, the greatest barrier to strategic planning is a serious lack of trust in our city leaders. No one else has my financial background, financial credentials, or willingness to communicate Jacksonvilles financial circumstances truthfully to the taxpayers. Someone who will be competent, consistent, and courageous whileexhibiting high moral character when advocating for needed change across this city. like a to establish a new state agency called the Social Housing Development Authority that would be charged with preserving and building high quality affordable housing across the state. A: There have been town hall meetings on this topic by City Council in the past where the issues and possible solutions have been brought forward. When elected, I will leverage my years of business experience and community leadership to help Jacksonville manage its surging growth through pragmatic, results-based solutions to help the city achieve its great potential. A: Storm resiliency is a top priority! Q: Tell us about yourself What job/jobs do you hold besides City Council? Here are a few ideas in no particular order: A: Jacksonville has recently hired a Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) who is currently working to develop a comprehensive strategy to assist us in preparing for and adapting to climate change issues and flooding. It is essential to look at the past performance and the proposed deliverables to date, operational cost, and where allocations of funding are most needed to reduce crime and develop crime prevention initiatives in the most intensive neighborhoods. Andthere are some large scale solutions for that. Also, the developer would need tocommit to hiring a percent of local contractors to assist in the construction thatincludes minority and women-owned businesses and members of JacksonvilleSmall and Emerging Businesses, JSEB. So let's check in on who's running. This entire process should occur in less than three years from now. We need to reduce the time for development projects to be approved and completed. While Kagan clearly felt left out to dry by his fellow Democrats in the redistricting process which was run by a 15-member commission with appointees from Mayor Eric Adams, Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Council Minority Leader Joe Borelli he said the reason for his switch was more about growing ideological differences between himself and the party. A: This is a difficult one. A: I am committed to spending a lot of time in all of the neighborhoods in my district. Occasionally, it conducts special meetings. A: I would support public financing of the stadium, as long as the return on investment make sense for Jacksonville families and businesses. etc. These monuments represent a history of death and destruction of racism, segregation and slavery. But they wont. My community honors and acknowledgments have allowed me to grow and pour back into the community as a public servant. We met through friends in college and it has been a wonderful life with her. I believe in a living wage for all, with opportunities for advancement regardless of race, sex, gender, or sexual orientation. A: Yes, Public Safety is important to this community. As leaders, we need to ensure that the financing process istransparent, with clear and measurable goals and outcomes. All we need is a fresh start. Driving voter interest is 40 contested races for a City Council in transition. The littering ends. , which covers much of central and East Harlem. I know how to develop and implement policy. A: I am a proud native of the First Coast and have lived in Duval County since 2006. A: These types of deals are detail intensive, and taxpayers deserve representatives with the ability to evaluate complex financial transactions independently. I understand that this will require hard work and determination, but Im ready to fight for all of our neighbors to make it happen. A: I believe, strongly, that the Confederate monuments should be taken down. ), infrastructure (septic tank remediation), and unemployment (9.72% unemployed). Unless we tackle this debt over the next 4 to 8 years, a lot of the services provided by are city could go unfunded if we head into an economic downturn. A: For Jacksonville to become a great city, we need to choose the right leaders, with the right experience, for the right positions. We urgently need more officers on the street and more innovative community policing. I have lived in Duval County for 26 years, and have owned 3 homes in the Mandarin area during that time. As a close-knit bunch, my happy place is being with family and friends. A: I will usually go to Memorial Park or the Riverwalk, and look out at Downtown. A: I am a problem solver. 21-2-9 (c) (c) All general municipal elections to fill municipal offices shall be held on the Tuesday next following the first Monday in November in each odd-numbered year. "The next City Council will give voice to the Black, brown, immigrant and low-income New Yorkers who make our city run," said Sochie Nnaemeka, director of the New York chapter of the WFP,. Voting questions should be directed to the Midland City Clerk's Office at 989-837-3310 or clerk@midland-mi.org. I have had responsibility for $300M budgets as Director of Strategic Planning at the Campbell Soup Co.As a Sr. Vice President of Acosta based here in Jacksonville, I managed multiple offices in cities around the country. Pass a Tenants Bill of Rights to make sure individuals have rights before the cost of rents go up substantially, 3. Mr. Khan would need to commit tokeeping the team in Jacksonville. I can be seen in the Emmy award-winning documentary, Armor of Light, which discusses Jordan Daviss case. I have been consulted by government officials when they review important legislation. JSOs ability to obtain and retain appropriate, especially experienced officers. We are divided. Holiday Trash and Recycling Schedule Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center MAPS 3 MAPS 4 Municipal Court Maps & Data Pay or Lookup a Ticket Pay Your Water Bill Permits Police Briefing Stations Police Records & Accident Reports Prepare OKC Know What To Do See Something, Say Something Recycling Register My Storm Shelter Add a substantial number of plaques, statues, monuments, etc. against Brannan for the seat. If you dont know it, enter your info here and then click View Sample Ballot to see which candidates are running to represent you. A: Since 2019, I have evolved my perspective regarding the monuments. City council seats are up for election for about half of Oklahoma City's residents this month. There are solutions for all of this, we have to make it a priority. The next City of Henderson Municipal Election will be held in 2024. . Yet Brannan said hes used to running in the politically purple swath of the borough and is expecting a competitive race. A: I believe its something that really needs to be looked at as for what it can be replaced with to bring peace on all sides. Additional subsidies and housing development incentives could beused as means to curb this growing issue, as well. To do this, we need every city, community, business, faith based, nonprofit and other leaders all working together. A: I believe JSO should have the staff, training, equipment, and technology that is necessary to keep our community and law enforcement officers safe. These monuments are symbols of division and racism, and they have no place in a society that values equality and diversity. OKLAHOMA CITY ( Free Press) UPDATED OKC voters will head to the polls again in February to decide who will fill four Oklahoma City Council seats in the upcoming regular general election. A: I would like to tackle Infrastructure, Jobs, Mental illness, A: I have been serving the community through my Profession which involves leadership skills. A: Anne Coliagnese leads the development and implementation of resilience initiatives to ensure Jacksonville can adapt and thrive in the face of acute shocks and chronic stresses brought on by climate change. As a public servant, this is an issue that I would recommend to go on the ballot. State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D-Yonkers) and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D-Bronx) have resisted making further changes to the reformed laws. The war is over, and the Confederacy is merely an example of seeking to maintain a national policy that is based on racism and white supremacy. The deadline to register in order to participate in an upcoming election is 29 days before the election. My military background has been a big part of my development as a leader and public servant. 3) Human Services I speak as the father of a 25-year-old Navy veteran who died by suicide in 2011. I will host monthly community meetings, provide my cell phone number to citizens, and return calls and emails within 24 hours. I have managed large organizations, and have successfully grown a small business here in Jacksonville. Should she succeed and move on up to the county level, the city council will have to fill her role on the dais. A: THIS WILL BE A HOT TOPIC MOVING FORWARD. The Mayor called me a media whore over me simply bringing up his friend Kent Stermons inappropriate access. A: I support a line item analysis of budgetary expenses, analysis of results attributed to expenditures, and prioritized analysis of the fiscal years programmatic needs in order to determine whether this level of funding needs to be continued. A: Except for 8 years, I have lived in Jacksonville my entire life and on the Northside. A: We need a comprehensive approach to crime, which among other topics, would consider the following: A: Theodore Roosevelt National Park is very special. A: The Council should develop public/private partnership to increase affordable housing. A: Jacksonville needs more affordable housing. Look, I hate talking about this but Ive gone through some struggles coming up as a kid with drug addiction in my family. Jacksonville has over 1,000 murders in 7 years. Our new resiliency officer is underutilized and not given the resources she needs. Will they step down from politics? That changed in January when the GOP took over the House majority and all the investigative powers that come with it. A: Biggest issue in my district, that is a loaded question. She explained the consequences of home flooding where there is a large number of septic tanks and toxic sites up stream. . I think a lot of us have been raising the alarm on these headwinds for quite a while., But, I mean, I have always been focused first and foremost, on constituent services and being responsive 24/7, he added. And we have a lot of people that are living in substandard conditions. Making it safe and beautiful. A: It seems that we give an awful lot of money to people who already have an awful lot of money. I gave back to our community when I served as a classroom teacher at my high school alma mater, Terry Parker High School. Here's What to Know, Honor of a Lifetime:' Mayor Lori Lightfoot Leaves Complicated Legacy After Losing in 2023 Chicago Mayoral Election, Election Results: See How All 50 Wards Voted in Chicago's Aldermanic Elections. Any candidate winning a majority of votes in the first election is elected; if no candidate wins a majority, then the general election in May will serve as a runoff between the top two winners regardless of party affiliation. The City Council should press forward with their Special Committee On Resiliency efforts to ensure they secure the necessary State and Federal funding for comprehensive studies and proactive measures to build resiliency throughout Jacksonville, starting with those areas that experience repetitive flooding and are the most vulnerable. I know it because weve done it out of office. Many people need to realize serving on the City Council is just a part-time job. If the police fail to connect with the people then there will be not only more crime but also hostility. In total, I have lived in Duval County for twelve years and Northeast Florida for sixteen years. Im more concernedabout the 126 murders last year, several last month in January, the several still unsolved, and the way high Black-on-Black homicide numbers. The citys mix of rural, urban, and coastal offerings provides for endless options to choose from, making it easy to find a happy place no matter your interests. A: As someone who works in government affairs (I am both a registered state and city lobbyist), it means I understand a lot about our local government that my opponents may not. Governor Kathy Hochul is scheduled to deliver her annual State of the State address the first after being elected to a full term in November on Jan. 10. Neighborhoods across the city flood regularly, even from everyday rainstorms, because the city is decades behind in upgrading our stormwater runoff and drainage systems and bulkhead replacement along the river. A: We need to focus on the crime, your property taxes, and high JEA bills. I am the mother to three awesome young adult children, Devonn, Dejuan, and Laila. 20 Runoff election for District 2 City Council and District 3 Board of Education. As a newly elected city council member, I look forward to these discussions and will always look out for what is in the best interest of our entire City. It also started shortly after stories of poor relationships between our law enforcement community and the minority community, and the statues came up as an intentional distraction by the political class here in Jacksonville. Q: What, if anything, should Council do to help Duval County adapt to rising seas, increased heat and flooding caused by climate change? Specifically the Riverside Park and the Midnight Sun store is where id frequent often before going into Sun-Ray Cinema! On the local level, I would support changing the single-family homezoning that exists in 90% of the county. We are no longer a watch football city under my leadership. Q: What is the biggest issue in your district that you would like to tackle if re-elected to the Jacksonville City Council? U.S. municipal elections, 2019 The city of Indianapolis, Indiana, held general elections for mayor and all 25 city council seats on November 5, 2019. I was the first to start publicly asking questions about Kent Stermons access. A: Public safety is priority #1. Updated on Feb 14, 2023, 5:00 a.m. Weather update: We hit some record cold temperatures last week in Seattle, and it doesn't look like things will change anytime soon. We should be open about history, where we are now and where were going. If we start down the road of dismantling, then there will be a push to change the names of buildings, streets, that might not be favorable to different parties. We need to stop incentivising overdevelopment in lowlyingand flood-prone areas of Jacksonville and we need to hold developers accountable when they build in these areas causing the areas around them to flood. Another option is to increase the supply of affordable housing near accessible transit to make it more affordable for working families by providing for or reducing their transportation costs. Omarosa v. Trump: Represent Omarosa Manigault Newman in her cases filed because of her book and statements. All Texas voters are now required to present an appro ved form of photo identification to vote in all Tex as elections. A: First and foremost, I am a husband and father. However many people are frustrated with the lack of accountability and transparency in our local government. I have established relationships with City officials and know how to get things done. A: I am a former City Councilman (1991-1995), A former Navy Supply Officer and a small business owner. Tagliani is a Seattleite who has been volunteering on the ground in Ukraine, amid the Russian invasion over the past year. I have the skills, experience, disposition, and time to serve all of Jacksonville, while ensuring that citizens on the Northside get an equitable share of city attention and services. A: Plans for infrastructure maintenance, reconstruction such as bulkhead reinforcements, along with disaster prevention and preparedness plans, need regular updating. A: Our financial accounting and internal controls are not currently acceptable. A: I am originally from Mobile, Alabama, but made Jacksonville my home in 2001. That being said, the Jaguars are essential to Jacksonville. Alex Pedersen: Said he is stepping down from his District 4 seat after one term to be with family and work in the private sector after his term is up. Ive also been involved in community outreach programs on the Northside of Jacksonville and Ive held multiple positions with different small businesses all around Jacksonville. Lee en espaol. 1-212-487-5400. I would go on to struggle with opioids myself for many years. The city should focus on in-fill development. We have a need for over 700 law enforcement officers currently, plus 50 more each year to accommodate our future growth. Taking a citywide approach to affordable housing includes streamlining the permitting process, removing construction barriers, and rethinking zoning so we can bring more multifamily units into historic neighborhoods with existing infrastructure and where we need to build up density, especially the Urban Core. We should be prepared to do the necessary improvements to make it functional. However, I also understand that some taxpayers may be concerned aboutthe use of public funds for the renovations. Q: What is the biggest issue in your district that you would like to tackle if elected to the Jacksonville City Council? Ultimately, a comprehensive and collaborative approach that involves input from community members, housing experts, and stakeholders will be necessary to effectively address this complex issue. Development and implementation of such plans should take into account studies and recommendations by civil engineers, city planners, and academicians who have expertise specific to preventing or combatting rising seas, and increased heat and flooding caused by climate change. Philadelphia will elect seven people to City Council's at-large seats in 2023. It was a very engaging process with bankers, developers, landlords, city officials, and testimonies from tenants experiencing the housing crisis. If we are going to spend millions, there should be an ROI. Recently, I Chaired the Special Committee on Critical Quality of Life Issues, focusing on Affordable Housing. A: I am a lifelong resident of Duval County and have been dedicated to serving my community throughout my life. A primary was scheduled for May 7, 2019. If we hold it constant with some 1/8 mill decreases, we should have the financial resources to fund essential City services. Its also flood victims and people who just want their children safer, like I do my own. The time of playing favorites is over my campaign is about community-first, people-first policies that invest IN the people. If either side of the aisle feel so strongly about the monument then they should purchase it to be moved to private property for display or to a museum or wherever they choose so as to not have to go to the City Government. When we cant even get monuments down or be on the same page about hate speech, something like this is going to take a vigilant voice. They represent hate, bigotry and racism. Our independent, nonprofit newsroom produces award-winning stories, podcasts and events. Seek out federal grant funding to provide rental assistance to those who need it. If you think anyone will step up to them, search tweets. As I sat at the Landing, I looked at Folio Weekly and I knew this was the town for me. Thats a failure of leadership when our community is suffering. 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