Look at JEA. A: I would have to say my backyard. Q: What, if anything, should Council do to help Duval County adapt to rising seas, increased heat and flooding caused by climate change? It can also provide mortgage funding for low-interest rate mortgages for first-time home buyers. Despite an increasing budget, violent crime continues to be on the rise, which means some programs arent working as they were intended. I describe myself when speaking to constituents as a conservative, Christian, constitutionalist, as I think that sums up where I stand on issues like medical freedom. Floridas two other NFL teams renovated their stadiums with little public funding. Because special interests do not fund me, you can count on me to deliver the transparency, accountability, and accessibility you deserve. I will host monthly community meetings, provide my cell phone number to citizens, and return calls and emails within 24 hours. I love visiting the Cummer Museums Gardens and always suggest a GoTuckn tour when company is in town. Although the original Better Jacksonville Plan (BJP) and BJPII sought to address our greatest infrastructure needs, our growing city and environmental issues continue to compound our infrastructure challenges. Jacksonville has a million people and less than 2,000 officers. 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. But to truly earn the trust of the voters, I understand that I must be not only trustworthy, but also willing to trust in the people I serve. I believe that our citys growth can be the catalyst for a fairer, safer, and cleaner Jacksonville, one that can be a great hometown for all. Jacksonville has over 1,000 murders in 7 years. A: Based upon my interaction with neighbors in District 10, the three issues most important to my campaign are: 1) neighborhood engagement to effect lifelong education about the City of Jacksonville services, and personal and civic responsibilities; 2.) Turning the page on the political fault line shifts across New York in 2022, the new year has the potential to bring a whole new slate of shakeups to city and state government. As Vice President for External Medical Affairs, I operated at the intersections of Public Policy, Communications, and Medical Services to provide leadership, voice, and assistance to junior and senior staff as they developed and executed strategies to increase access to healthcare services. JSOs ability to obtain and retain appropriate, especially experienced officers. As a city councilwoman, I would ensure we understand the true value of any investment we make into the TIAA Bank Fieldrenovations. And, as I have done when leading many large organizations in the Army, I will constantly look for opportunities for the city entities to become more efficient and effective. A: I care, I will always listen and I will work hard every day to make you proud that you supported me in this race to represent all of Jacksonville in this At-Large, Group 5 City Council seat. We have made a lot of progress since 1951,much still needs to be done. I am also a naval officer who is in the reserves, and drill one weekend a month as the Executive Officer of my unit. God will show us some solutions. I am a representative of 400+ employees at my place of employment. Ive worked construction most of my adult life. We dont have a library in District 2, but city leaders announced in 2019 to build one on New Berlin Road. A: First and foremost I am a wife, mother, and someone that never thought they would be running for political office! City Councils job is to manage the citys budget. A: Our financial accounting and internal controls are not currently acceptable. I am the bestcandidate to represent District 8 because I will continue to serve tirelessly to ensure our families andcommunities experience a great quality of life. Pass a Tenants Bill of Rights to make sure individuals have rights before the cost of rents go up substantially, 3. Filing and payment takes place at Charleston County Board of Elections and Voters Registration Building, 4637 Headquarters Road, North Charleston, SC. Our neighborhoodsare the heart of our communities, and we need to make sure theyre safe, vibrant, and thriving. I have been working to improve Jacksonville for over 35 years by implementing programs that impact visual transformational changes through innovation and cost-effective initiatives by engaging the community and developing legislation with proven results. The infrastructure issues we face have been around since consolidation and its time we addressed them. I think that theres political headwinds to be concerned about in southern Brooklyn, Brannan said. We have an extensive Parks and Recreation system where you can go and read a book or drop a fishing line. I thought about Kent Stermon and how JSO and the FOP have fought against any citizen review, but had a Sheriffs Circle, led by Kent Stermon, who could go anywhere, do anything and was involved with demotions and promotions- a one man civilian review board who was using city power and assets as his own. How long have you lived in Duval County? My experience in agriculture and soil and water conservation has prepared me to bring to the City Council insights on the wise use of our natural resources and the need to enhance our parks and preserves to benefit our community. [1] Due to redistricting and the 2020 changes to the New York City Charter, Councilmembers elected during the 2021 and 2023 City Council elections will serve two-year terms, with full four-year terms resuming after the 2025 New York City Council elections. A: Keg & Coin in Riverside is where I go to escape the daily grind and find my happy place. I am a finance professional. Get it done. I will work to improve the Veterans Services Office of the City of Jacksonville. In addition to developing a Vision & Comprehensive Implementation Action Plan for the next three years for the District. We can unify. D)The JEA issue must be addressed aggressively to get this problem behind us. A: I support the idea of using public financing to fund renovations for TIAA Bank Field. And actually, my wifes grandmother lives in our neighborhood in the same househer dad grew up in. Our correctional officers are also down 170 officers and are having to work mandatory overtime. . The City Council approved a five-year plan that included facilitating a community conversation to develop a roadmap and funding plan by July 2022. A: I support the opportunity to expand development for non-profit and for-profit development to meet the demand for Affordable Housing in Jacksonville. For city-owned land, the city could work directly with governmental and nonprofit entities to develop, own, and operate (non profit) publicly owned housing, which can provide mixed-income affordable housing options belowthe fair market rate and enhance competition in the housing market. A: I believe, strongly, that the Confederate monuments should be taken down. Crime, affordable housing, and infrastructure are topics that come up in most conversations with residents. Tell us about yourself What job/jobs do you hold besides City Council? A: I will work really hard for the residents of Duval county and keep my promises that will lead me into office. Its an issue. Our city brought in Cure Violence from out of town while completely ignoring groups like Mad Dads. The City Council is the city's legislative body, and Councilors are the elected representatives of people living in Sequim. A: Honestly, I just like to get a cup of coffee and park at the old baseball field I used to play at. Credit: Served the Community in many capacities, 20 plus years as a volunteer at JALA; Funeral home pre-need services at AB Coleman Mortuary; Sales and Marketing at Dillards, Walmart, Home Depot, and FIFIs Manager in San Marco on Atlantic; Disabled Services volunteer since 2014; At-home Child Care Services, NAS Whitingfield; Personalized Services for the Military Base at NAS Whitingfield; U.S. Census; Dental Services at Dr. Bryan, Milton, Florida; Robert F. Gibson Chiropractic Sales and Services, Work Force Development Program and Services PILOT program Volunteer at KETA Services; Elementary Ed Certificate, 1997, Edward Waters College; and Assistant to Mr. Joe Meutz, Senior Services at JALA. . November 2, 2021 - O.C.G.A. Ideally we can move towards a much safer future and dropthose costs drastically. And the new lines seem to be even more favorable.. A: Absolutely. And I will always be committed to protecting the quality of our air, water, and native ecosystems. The primary elections were held on June 22, 2021. I believe in a living wage for all, with opportunities for advancement regardless of race, sex, gender, or sexual orientation. Andrew Lewis: Lewis joined the council in 2020 and is running for re-election. My community service includes the following: A: I am Vice President of Acquisitions at Hakimian Holdings, where I focus on the acquisition of commercial real estate. Together, we can build a brighter future for all. Q: Last years city budget included a record $545.27 million for the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office. 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. They should gather facts on the issues and discuss once accomplished. A: The city is moving in the right direction. Aggressively pursue grants for environmental remediation and protection. We must implement the recommendations of the 2020-2021 Special Committee on Resiliency, which detailed the impacts of coastal and river flooding, sea level rise, and high-intensity storm events. Ill clean it all up myself if I have to. When one needs the system, one is dependent on the system. Two award winning documentaries resulted. I promise the voters that this is a major, major concern for me. This can include updating building codes and zoning regulations to account for increased flooding, investing in green infrastructure and natural coastal defenses, and promoting sustainable land use practices. 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. The answer was an overwhelming 83% of the panel saying NO, subsidies do not generate positive ROI for taxpayers. When elected, I believe we must address the inequalities in our districts if we truly want Jacksonville to be the city it can be. 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. Half of the eight-member City of Oklahoma City Council seats will appear on the ballots of residents in wards 2, 5, 6, and 8 on February 14. Furthermore,having a state-of-the-art stadium can help attract major events, which can have a significant positiveimpact on the local economy. We have a need for over 700 law enforcement officers currently, plus 50 more each year to accommodate our future growth. I suggest that housing developers meet with city planners to collaborate on affordable workforce housing. The river walks are also great. A: Frankly stated, I would use the $500,000 in the current budget to remove them. We are no longer a watch football city under my leadership. We need to fast track these projects. A: The first step has already been taken, and that was the City Council and the Mayors office installing new leadership at the Jacksonville Housing Authority. A: I believe funding should be increased based on the need. I work for General Electric as an Inventory Specialist. History is meantto be understood from all points of view so Jacksonville can grow, evolve, and become stronger. There were several special elections for seats vacated in 2020 and early 2021; these special elections were the first to use ranked-choice voting in city council elections after it was approved by a ballot question in 2019. At that time, I felt we had more important issues than to focus on insignificant statues when so many other crises, such as crime were crippling us as a city. . I made the decisions the City Council Members make and managed a budget of over $333 million for services, operations and contracting. And we will be running candidates in those.. A: I have worked in civil governance in the military, performing area assessments, humanitarian assistance on a mass scale, municipal development and worked with various agencies including briefings with Department of State, Department of Agriculture and foreign contractors to develop entire towns abroad in some of the most hostile regions on earth. Most believe its the citys responsibility solely to improve road conditions. iv. Morales joined the council in 2020. A: I was motivated to run for City Council largely because of a series of issues that all link together. 2) Fiscal Responsibility Our growth provides substantial revenue sources annually to fund any needed improvements to City programs. A: First and foremost, I am a husband and father. It's a fascinating corner of our everyday, medical lives, and the response to climate change. The next step is to work withthem and hold them accountable for bringing new developments for affordable housing, workforce housing, and market-rate housing. I am asmall business owner of Tameka Gaines Holly Consulting, LLC, a business management consulting firmthat helps small, nonprofit, and governmental entities to effectively operate and provide great qualityservices. A: Improving recreational and youth athletic parks along with road and drainage improvements. I support our Jacksonville law enforcement community from the officers patrollingour streets to the corrections officers in the jail. https://www.data-z.org/state_data_and_comparisons/city/jacksonville, Heres where Jacksonvilles mayoral candidates stand on key issues. I also looked at murder statistics (Over 1000 in 7 years). You can find more information here:https://www.data-z.org/state_data_and_comparisons/city/jacksonville. Myexperience has shown me the city should fund home security programs for the prevention offoreclosure, eviction, tax liens, etc. 20 Runoff election for District 2 City Council and District 3 Board of Education. My military background has been a big part of my development as a leader and public servant. North Charleston's Election Ordinance. This growth presents us with several challenges. A: As a Major NFL City, Jacksonville is lagging far behind Tampa, Miami, and Orlando. That promise, or the ability to fulfill ones dreams, should be open to all. With that being said, my personal opinion may not be the opinion of my constituents. Sadly, my opponent and the current Council, havent addressed the issue in any meaningful way and they are creating a problem that will impact our community negatively for years to come. A: Jacksonvillebasically sits at sea level, completely immersedin waterways. A: My proposal for discussion is as follows: I was born in 1951. I started seven years ago as a member of theNorthside Citizens Planning and Advisory Committee, NWCPAC. Thats the only way I vote on these hundred million dollar deals. Get a quick look at the most important local stories of the day with KUOW's Today So Far newsletter. A: Surely, my happy place is just about anywhere in Riverside & Avondale. Pre-approved Permit Plans. A: See #2 above. Years later, many of these areas suffer from blight and disrepair. I am open to finding a dedicated funding source to address affordable housing that prevents or reduces homelessness. A: The Council should be free to have and initiate conversations concerning affordable housing but must be very cautious on how involved they actually become in the process. Flickr Photo/Daniel X. O'Neil (CC-BY-NC-ND)/http://bit.ly/1OGMTuh. If we hold it constant with some 1/8 mill decreases, we should have the financial resources to fund essential City services. I would need to do more research on the city and states initiatives to come up with some viable solutions. I would support the current level and increasing it to meet the needs. Q: What is the biggest issue citywide that you would like to tackle if elected to the Jacksonville City Council? My roles and responsibilities have expanded over the years through different roles, but I have earned the respect and trust of my co-workers every step of the way. Democrats dominated Philadelphia's special elections for four open City Council seats.. Driving the news: Democrats Jim Harrity and Sharon Vaughn won the two at-large seats over Republicans Drew Murray and Jim Hasher, according to unofficial city election results. We have two daughters who live in Duval County, Dr. Rachel Monteiro DMD, and Amanda Stanley CHRP. I was the first to start publicly asking questions about Kent Stermons access. We need to recreate the permitting process so that construction plans have an expedited time frame to foster more construction and increase the housing supply. Six of seven seats are contested in races that many see as a referendum on City Council's fractured relationship with Mayor Jane Castor. During the address, the governor will lay out her 2023 agenda, which shes already indicated will include a statewide housing strategy to reach a goal of building 800,000 units over the next decade. Learn how to vote early in the upcoming election, how to register, where to vote, and what's on the ballot. Review and implement where appropriate the recommendations made in the City of Jacksonvilles Special Committee on Critical Quality of Life Issues report published in December, 2022. IN DISTRICT 11, GROWTH AND INFRASTRUCTURE IS AND WILL BE BIG ISSUES GOING FORWARD. etc. Home ownership programs suchas first-time homebuyer, down payment assistance, and gap funding could also assist citizens of DuvalCounty obtain affordable housing. I want to see transparency and fairness across the board and to give WE THE PEOPLE of District 7 a voice that is not ignored. This will achieve peace through free market transactions with emphasis on private property. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Election Day in Chicago is Tuesday, Feb. 28, and voters are heading to the polls to cast their ballots for Chicago mayor, members of Chicago City Council and, for the first. Encouraging the development of mixed-use and mixed-income communities to ensure thateveryone has access to safe and affordable housing options in vibrant neighborhoods. In fact, according to an I.M. 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They bring national attention, diverse business opportunities, major employment and a whole host of other economic benefits. A: I am a lifelong resident of Duval County except for a 30-year military career. Thank you very much! Encourage more trade school opportunities, which would result in a better supply of skilled labor for ourcontractors. Seven candidates have qualified for the ballot in the special election to replace former Los Angeles City Councilmember Nury Martinez, according to the City Clerk. Bringing life and beauty into our Downtown means everything to me. We have to consider the long-term economic benefits that can come from investing in TIAABank Field, such as job creation, increased tourism, and improved community pride. I graduated from William M. Raines High School in 1978. I am married to Keith Peabody Hopkins, a Longshoreman with over 40 years in the maritime industry. In fact, as Finance Chair, my opponent had a chance to start addressing the housing crisis but failed to do anything to address it. 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. Jacksonville must enact a comprehensive strategic plan for crime reduction and safety. 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. 34 min read. 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. Add a substantial number of plaques, statues, monuments, etc. As a City Councilman, I will lead with honor, integrity and ensure that our local government is living up to its full potential. I look forward to these discussions when I am on the City Council and will always fight to make sure whatever deal is made, it is in the best interests of my constituents. When the weather is nice and Im not working, I enjoy getting in our boat with my family and spending a day on the water. 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. The next regular elections are as follows:Nov. 8, 2022 to elect Councilmembers in Districts 2, 4, 6 and 8 Mar. Dan Strauss: Announced this week that he is running for re-election in District 6. Teresa Mosqueda: This council position is a little different. This demonstrates our ability to improve the vitality of all Jacksonville neighborhoods without a need to raise taxes. How RCV Works Our RCV History RCV Process Changes & Results How We Count RCV Ballots Elections calendar Learn important dates and deadlines for voting. Grant tax incentives to developers to encourage growth. Clayton City Council Elections 2022 By The Pioneer 5 months ago . My private sector experience includes banking, finance, and real estate, with a focus on commercial lending and commercial real estate. Oklahoma City's city council election is Feb. 14. Similarly, my organization assists with re-entry programs by providing long-term support and accommodation to formerly incarcerated individuals while they work to restoretheir lives, families, and community status. As I sat at the Landing, I looked at Folio Weekly and I knew this was the town for me. We need community-first, people-first leadership on the City Council that looks out for everyone who lives in Jacksonville. I would want to see better accounting before I would support tax increases. A: Im a painter, I started a company called Jax Exterior Coatings. Q: What, if anything, should Council do to address a lack of affordable housing? Denver's City and County Building. Seth Barron. A: I believe that the concepts of a living wage and affordable housing are closely tied. The City, She Weeps. , setting up what will likely be some competitive races. New York. Yet Brannan said hes used to running in the politically purple swath of the borough and is expecting a competitive race. I support public financing for the TIAA Bank Field renovations but believe it is best achieved in combination with private funding, too. Finally,investing in our people means making sure that everyone has access to quality youth programs, job training, and educational opportunities. Our homes were flooded with toxic substances. All new housing projects should include a certain percentage of affordable housing units, and the city should conduct an audit of city-owned property not in use to see if it could be used for conversion into affordable housing units. My proposal would be incorporated into the citys 2023-2024 budget. And it wont be surprising if he doesnt get the bail reform he wants.. You're either going to get pretty much the same tune, or you can get rocked like a hurricane by the wind of change. A: I intend to understand all the pertinent facts and circumstances before I would make a decision. A living wage should cover food, reasonable shelter/housing, reasonable transportation, health care, and a reasonable monetary surplus for emergencies and to save or invest (for retirement). I was a regional training director for over 20 years. Our approach to mental health issues, and the effect on JSO staff in interacting with our citizens who have substantial mental health issues. Q: Last years city budget included a record $545.27 million for the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office. First, I believe we need to call a local housing emergency, something I did on May 11, 2022, to focus a citywide effort around the crisis. Too much red-tap for the small business community. Since some may herald these figures as historical heroes, we can provide access to them at privately owned and maintained spaces. Eliminate single-family zoning in several parts of the City, which would allow for more duplexes, quadplexes, and high density housing 2. They attended the local public schools and graduated for the state universities, FSU, UF and UNF. And there is a major gap that needs to be filledwith recruiting and retaining our officers here. I think more de-escalationtraining is needed. This entire process should occur in less than three years from now. A: I was born, raised, and educated in Jacksonville, Florida. Finally, an idea that doesnt get much traction is privatized policing and security. The commission split Magnolia along the ridge with coast-facing side to the west in D6, and Queen Anne facing homes to the east in D7. I am asking you VOTE TO KEEP me. I maintained my Jacksonville, Florida residency. Background: 2019 city council elections See also: City elections in Seattle, Washington (2019) The 2019 elections for seven Seattle City Council seats took place amid conflict surrounding a 2018 tax on businesses grossing at least $20 million. It sets policies, approves budgets, determines tax rates and . The 2021 New York City Council election were held on November 2, 2021. Im a blue collar worker. A: City Council should stop approving development projects in areas where it is obvious flooding will occur. There are few things that give more pride and a sense of accomplishment than owning your own home. 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