I live right across the street from the lively St. Nicholas Park. However, I am still fairly new to the race and expect that to change very soon. All three candidates for Denver City Council District 9's position are seated at the debate table Tuesday at the CSU Spur Campus Hydro Building. I dont believe in throwing money at an issue, and I believe every challenge has a solution. 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. 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. My son and I love chicken tacos with rice and beans from Taqueria El Cabrito. What steps will you take as alder to reduce reckless driving in Milwaukee? Therefore, there is no one person, place or program that can stand alone. District 9: Linda Guerrero Guerrero said she's a lifelong. Right now our community is dealing with a lot of mistrust. Yes, Milwaukee is the economic engine for the state of Wisconsin and we all, regardless of partisanship, want to see it succeed. Again, leaning in on a holistic view. To address these issues we need to use a multimodal approach. If elected, Smith intends to approach the role with humility and not stick to policies that arent yielding desired results. Paula is currently is completing her second term on the Dallas City Council, serving as Chair of the Environmental and Sustainable Committee. Finally, the Biden Administration has recently awarded an $800,000 grant to Milwaukee County to address reckless driving. 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I will work with my colleagues and listen the residents to find the best solution possible. As alderwoman, I will prioritize infrastructure and policy that has a real and meaningful impact. I understand the residents and their needs and will continue to stand with them, in efforts of creating a safer and thriving District 9. The Common Council made the decision with no regard for the residents that did not want it in their neighborhoods and with no aldermanic representation at the time of the voting. On economic recovery, I will advocate for public works employment programs, expanding job apprenticeships and small business relief legislation. I currently work with students at the Milwaukee Academy of Science, a public charter school serving over 1,200 K4-12th grade students from across the city. Northridge MallNorthridge Mall has been abandoned and dilapidated since 2003. Two later topics continued the discussion around the Park Hill Golf Course and a quartet of anonymous mailers that outright attacked CdeBaca's voting record. District 9 candidate Tyrona Clark-Murray clinched a victory with . . Her opponent Botefuhr, a chiropractor, leads with $38,500. We are fully-local and cover the important issues and key decisions at the intersection between the local government and the community. ABOUT THE CITY COUNCIL. He proudly represents the neighborhoods of Downtown, Rainey St., Old West Austin, West Campus, Hyde Park, Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Mueller, Cherrywood, and more. To be quite honest, my favorite spot to eat is my own kitchen. How can we be more efficient with our water use? 2022 elections: Here's who wants to be your next city council member in metro Phoenix Among the contests are a competitive mayoral race in Chandler and four of six council seats up for. Platform highlights: McAllister said he would prioritize helping drug users find access to treatment, fighting houselessness and homelessness and decreasing the food deserts in the district. With a campaign focused on affordability, District 9 City Council candidate Zena Mitchell has many of the same talking points as her competitors, but differs in one key aspect of her messaging - she's made the decision to avoid fundraising large amounts of money, leaning into her slogan "people over profits.". Photo courtesy of the Greg Smith Campaign. 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. 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. 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. What is one person, place, or program in your district of which you are particularly proud? 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. Milwaukee Youth Detention CenterThe Milwaukee Youth Detention Center was voted to be built in the 9th district on W. Clinton. Having had several opportunities to meet with many of them, I am proud of their ability to voice their concerns. New restaurants, stores, and hotels will have to be built to accommodate the large number of trainees that will come into our area. The Mayor continues to be elected at-large. Results are unofficial until certified. So far, just my friends and family. I have won a contest for my seafood gumbo and lasagna. 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. If theres anything thats going to stop Austin from growing, its us running out of water. Yolanda Faye Williams - former city council assistant, repeat candidate; Terry Perkins - retired pastor, . 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. The primary election is Tuesday, February 21. City Council District 9 (current: Bill Perkins) William Allen Cordell Cleare Joshua Clennon Billy Council Pierre . Eight candidates are in the running to represent District 9. Since the City of Milwaukee is facing a serious fiscal challenge, I would also like to create a team that specifically helps the Milwaukee Police Department go after grants that could help fund their department's budget shortfalls without burdening District 9 taxpayers. Denver City Council District 9 candidate Darrell Watson. For me, it just makes the most sense for me to be able to take what I'm already doing and expand it throughout district nine., For more information: Visit his website, https://www.iameverydaypeople.org/, Candidates talk priorities, motivations ahead of Jacksonville City Council special elections, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. I will also communicate through technology and directly with our state leaders. Dr. Sylvia Hughes-Twari, who was killed in 2018 at age 65 when a reckless driver blew through a stop sign killing her upon impact. We all are working to a common goal, we just need to find that common ground so our community succeeds. (Courtesy photos) . I now work with students at the Milwaukee Academy of Science, a public charter school serving over 1,200 K4-12th grade students from across the city. Election day is Aug. 23 with early voting beginning Aug. 8. He called for stronger legislation against similar mailers and "dark money" in politics. What will you do differently than the incumbent? 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. I would work to ensure that the redevelopment of the Northridge area is realized. I will continue to fight for the concerns regarding the juvenile facility. The lack of business economic development as well as the newly approved Juvenile Detention facility. Ive never done this before, he tells the Monitor, while thinking aloud about his campaign strategy leading up to the election. I found many of their methods will be an asset for our district. 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. 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. 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. Kristin . Unfortunately, her life was cut short when she still had so much life to live. If elected, what is one specific thing you'd like to accomplish in your district in 2023? Great things can happen in Milwaukee when we all work together. What is one person, place, or program in your district that you are particularly proud of? Jacksonville District 9 residents have a new City Council representative. 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. Another strategy would be to collaborate with the sheriff's department to assist with patrolling areas within the City of Milwaukee that are state highways such as Capitol Drive and Brown Deer Road. So I am not simply making future promises. The food is amazing and the experience is everything. But more importantly, I have consistently coached and mentored youth in Harlem and beyond for the last 25 years, working with a number of schools and organizations, most recently through my nonprofit, CouncilHim Foundation. I discovered my passion for service while attending the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. I dont exactly come from a typical political background. District 9 Neighborhoods: Clayton, Cole, Elyria Swansea, Five Points, Globeville, Skyland, Whittier, with parts of City Park, North Park Hill, South Park Hill. These acts of service by our neighbors instilled in me the importance of community. Here is a statement from NY City Council District 9 candidate #WilliamAllen who is running as a Democrat.