0:57. I'm a hard-working taxpayer of this community. Five candidates have filed for two open seats on the Lincoln Airport Authority, meaning one will be eliminated in April's primary election. District 8 candidate Bradley Revare inside Wholesome Remedies, a small business in East Colfax he's frequented as he's campaigned. On policing, Mendonca said at a recent forum hosted by the League of Women Voters that she believes Berkeley is spending too much on its police force, adding, I think we need to redirect the resources toward other community services, like for our youth and job training. She is in favor of the plan for a new Specialized Care Unit that could provide a non-police response to certain calls for service. For 8 years prior to being elected, she worked for an environmental firm specializing in environmental compliance on Wyatt ran against him in 2019, when Bowers won with 52.7% of the vote. Alaina Brouillette will challenge incumbent Annie Mumgaard in District 4, while Richard Aldag will oppose incumbent Bob Rauner in District 6. What to know, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. She said the light rail system will bring the region closer to its goal of reducing the impacts of climate change. As a patent attorney, I understand technical matters. Margaret Reist is a recovering education reporter now writing about local and county government and the people who live in the city where she was born and raised. Other critical voters say Garcia's interest in aiding those experiencing homelessness, while admirable, blinds him to the needs of constituents concerned about the safety and upward mobility of their neighborhoods. Members of the First Nebraska Volunteer Infantry -- Ron Rockenbach (from left), Gage Stermensky, Paul Hadley, David Smith and Keith Rockefeller -- guardthe Abraham Lincoln statue on the west side of the Nebraska Capitol on the 214th anniversary of his birthday on Sunday. How? The district is bounded on the east by Brodie Lane, on the south by the Travis-Hays county line, on the north by Bee Cave road and on the west by the winding Austin city limits line. It required focus, tough skin, and a keen understanding of budgeting/stewardship to expand our business in 2021. The northeast Denver seat will be unoccupied come April 2023, as current Councilmember Chris Herndon terms out. West Phoenix residents asked council members to increase police presence to deter crime in their area. District 8: District 8 contains three distinct neighborhoods, Oak Hill, Circle C and Travis Country. Q&As with District 8 City Council candidates follow. Though our reporting covers donors from time to time, we are careful to keep business and editorial efforts separate while maintaining transparency. I would oppose noncompliance with the citys environmental protections. Garcia partnered with a south Phoenix art gallery to transform Circle K Park. In addition, I will hold monthly listening sessions in District 8. He has a bachelors degree in science education from theUniversity of St. Thomas in Minnesota and received his law degree from the University of Houston Law School. Lincoln East fans roar as Lincoln Southwest's Cole Christensen (5) raises his arms to question a referee call at Lincoln East on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023. Damon Shadid; Nyjat Rose-Akins; I would start with an independent, comprehensive audit of city finances, starting with Austin Water and Austin Energy. Students are learning the dyeing artform from an Oglala Lakota elder and quillwork master, Cecelia Bernice Bull Bear. Revare said one of the most consistent issues he hears in the district is unsafe streets and congestion, so one of his campaign focuses is transportation equity, which he said comes in two-folds, making Denver streets more multi-modal and ensuring that all neighborhoods have access to the same modes of transportation. Her policy proposals focus on turning south Phoenix into a high-wage job hub and establishing free or low-cost career training programs. He called for a civilian review board a move that would eventually lodge a wedge between him and Gallego. All rights reserved. I would address this problem by requiring that all emails and phone calls be responded to by my office no later than close of business the next business day. Her professional background includes Marketing and Public Involvement. Biography: Smith is a patent attorney and has experience serving as an administrative patent judge. Denverite members have made the decision to financially support local journalism that matters to you. The filing In District 2, two new candidates threw their names in the ring Friday: Peter Katt, a Republican, announced his campaign, saying his focus would be on keeping Lincoln affordable by lowering taxes and keeping our community safe.. Since the reinstatement of the cadet classes with a new curriculum, we are seeing fewer retirements and more new cadets who are reflective of the community's values. The Austin Monitor is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. Enforcing the camping ban while providing resources, and making recreational facilities available, affordable and safe. Norfolk's Jackson Bos (front) wrestles Bellevue West's Ryland Schweiss during a Class A 220-pound consolation match Friday at CHI Health Center Omaha on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. 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See more Q&As with candidates in the May election here. Thien Chu, a Democrat, is a University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduate who teaches math and science at Blessed Sacrament School. His candidacy came at a moment when tensions between police departments and communities across the country were on the rise. But unlike the current homelessness policy of the city, the homeless would be required to receive help and pursue a path to recovery to remain in a shelter. The Lincoln Lutheran student section rushes the court to celebrate with their team after they defeated Lincoln Christian during the C1-2 subdistrict championship game on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, at Lincoln Lutheran High School. Voters in two Phoenix City Council districts will be selecting their representatives on March 14 in a runoff election. For district-level candidates: What is an issue that faces your district specifically and how would you address it? He is on the Lincoln Independent Business Association board, and has been President of Interfaith Housing for more than 10 years. I support the return of cadet classes. Regulations on scooter use should be implemented, such as license requirements and use of protective gear. First, draft and approve a focused budget that supports: quality and timely municipal services; continued excellence in education; well-trained, well-staffed, and adequately-funded police, fire, and emergency medical services; advocate for business development, as well as increased engagement and cooperation with the citys biggest employer the U.S. Navy; work diligently to provide and support storm water programs throughout the city; sustain the health and viability of the Lynnhaven River, Broad Bay, and the Chesapeake Bay; encourage regional cooperation; encourage workforce development that takes advantage of veterans and transitioning active duty. That flexibility is also allowing her to run her campaign for City Council. Attorney Mark Humbert says he will broadly seek to carry on Drostes work on housing, policing and a host of other city issues if hes elected to represent City Council District 8 while another leading candidate, Rent Board Commissioner Mari Mendonca, would move in a different direction. This is done by moving people off the streets into temporary or emergency shelters for assessment and (hopefully) a path of recovery. Swimmers take off from the starting blocks for the 50-yard freestyleduring the girls state swimming prelims Friday at the Devaney Sports Center. Bowman, along with other soldiers at the ceremony, did not deploy but attended out of support for his fellow soldiers. Representative Michelle Steel, a Republican running in a Southern California swing district, missed the votes concerning the The nearest library is in Aurora and the nearest recreation center is in Montclair. Were here for you and that wont change. San Antonio resident for 29 years. At a city candidate forum, hesaid, As a father, husband and working taxpayer of Austin, I have been able to experience the uniqueness this community has to offer the live music, the art and the beautiful land itself. Find your district by clicking here. In northeast Lincolns District 1 the race is between incumbent James Michael Bowers, a Democrat and social worker, and Taylor Wyatt, a Republican real estate agent who operates a small business with his wife. As a resident of District 8, Im committed to preserving a family environment for our neighborhoods and the Shore Drive corridor. Councilmember Lori Drostes decision to not seek re-election means a crop of new candidates is on the ballot to fill the Southeast Berkeley seat she held for two terms. She formerly worked as an assistant attorney general and clerked for the Arizona Court of Appeals. The camping ban policy that's been put in place has not been effective, because we have not provided proper housing, nor proper resources, such as mental and health care. Richard Smith is a husband, father and community advocate who serves on the citys Board of Adjustment. The winner of the Nov. 8 general election will represent Waipio Gentry, Waimalu, Pearl City and Mililani on the nine-member City Council. Garcia led community outreach to revitalize a city-owned lot at 24th and Broadway streets. For people who already own their homes, increasing homestead exemptions can help take the pressure off of the increase in housing valuations. Cap and stitch appears to be a promising objective, but the cost to build and expense to maintain needs to first be determined. Revare is a Central Park resident who has served on the Central Park United Neighbors Board of Directors and the Impact East Colfax Steering Committee, an advisory committee put together by the Urban Land Conservancy and The Fax Partnership to help guide development and avoid gentrification on Colfax. I would oppose the development of a new convention center. AUSTIN Two people are vying to represent District 8 on the Austin City Council. Council should allow for a greater mix of housing supply to be built in more parts of town. It also has the citys biggest and most infamous traffic bottleneck the Oak Hill Y, the convergence of US 290 and SH 71, squeezing traffic heading to and from South MoPac Boulevard and out into the Hill Country. A fifth candidate, Mary-Lee Smith, will also appear on the ballot but she has dropped out of the race and thrown her support behind Mendonca, writing in a statement that she withdrew because the City Council has too many white, wealthy homeowners.. Big steps have been taken to get people off the streets and into housing. CdeBaca is seeing reelection to the North Denver seat against Kwon Atlas and Darrell Watson. Its largely out of our hands.. If APD stays on course, they will reach their goals. The incumbents in Districts 1, 2, and 8 are running unopposed. Wisconsin's Max Klesmit and Nebraska's Blaise Keita battle on the floor for possessiononSaturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. This will allow residential building, and homeownership, and less commercial and student housing. One leading candidate to represent Southeast Berkeley says he wants to carry on outgoing My small business survived the COVID-19 pandemic. He would focus on supportive services including mental health and substance use treatment and trauma therapy. He has also, controversially, called for redirecting savings from vacancies in the Police Department to other city departments a move he thinks could lead to a healthier and safer city, he told The Arizona Republic. Our police officers are outstanding, but the quality of services has been substantially degraded by the actions of the City Council. What to know about Kate Gallego, 3 Phoenix City Council members may run for Congress. Occupation: Small business owner, partner Smoothie Stop Cafe, Education: Bachelor of Arts in business management, Virginia Wesleyan University. I have been a patent attorney for most of my career. 63 feet, 4 inches at the Frank Sevigne Husker Invitational on Saturday at the Devaney Sports Center. Candidates for Virginia Beach City Council, District 8, from left: John Condor Andrews, Rona Marsh and Chris Taylor. Bellevue West's Josiah Dotzler (left) collides with Lincoln Southeast's Wade Voss in the first half Tuesday at Lincoln Southeast High School. In particular, they report the absence of any answer to their phone call or email from their representative in response to their request for information or help. The need for outdoor seating during Covid taught the city some important lessons the need to enhance walkability and mobility across the city. Understanding homelessness in this way changes the focus from housing to treatment and recovery for trauma, loss of family/community, mental illness, addiction, and despair. I also want to propose an increase in more buses to underserved and low income neighborhoods. I have direct experience working with the homeless in our city. Specifically, the number of police classes should be doubled and 911, EMS and APD should be fully staffed. Shoun Hill walks through Tower Square on Thursday in downtown Lincoln, where nearly 9 inches of snow fell overnight. In terms of policy achievements, Ellis touted her sponsorship of the $460 million mobility bond that passed in November 2020. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Quick navigation: Manny Pelaez | Cesario Garcia | Rob Rodriguez Manny Pelaez Age 46, District 8 City Council member and attorney. Affordability starts at City Hall. She and Garcia tied, leaving two other candidates trailing. Currently, hes a director at Colorado Succeeds, a non-profit coalition of business leaders that advocate for education improvements. More:Here's where Austin City Council District 3 election candidates stand on the issues. Katie Glueck June 7, 2022. Donate to Berkeleysideand support independent local journalism. Environmental consultant and activist Paige Ellis ran in 2018 as someone who would hear all of those diverse voices in the district and work with those across the political spectrum to get things done for the district and city overall. One priority that I haven't had a chance to mention is a concerted effort to bring the community together after the pandemic has set the community back. As an attorney, I also know how to represent others and fight for the rights of others. Mendonca, who declined an interview request from Berkeleyside, has called for the city to reduce police funding and shift that money to community organizations. District 8 candidate Kenzie Boks response appears below; click on one of the tabs above to see answers from at-large candidates and other specific district races. I support the Austin Neighborhoods Council good governance resolution. About 40 students demonstrated outside the Sloan Lake school building Thursday to protest the possible co-location of another school there. Now he's running to succeed Sal DiCiccio on Phoenix council, Meet Carlos Garcia, Kesha Hodge Washington: Phoenix City Council District 8 candidates, Phoenix District 8 candidates spar over policing, endorsements at debate, Carlos Garcia campaigns in 'forgotten' Phoenix and focuses on development, Kesha Hodge Washington wants to represent south Phoenix. If elected, what would be your top priority and how would you get it done? Runoffs happen for Phoenix council seats if no single candidate receives a majority of ballots cast in November. He would reduce ego spending, ideological spending and spending merely to placate a small portion of Austin residents., Photo courtesy of Kimberly Hawkins campaign. Revare said another issue hes hearing about in his district is safety concerns. The Wheaton League of Women Voters is hosting a candidate forum from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 2, in the Wheaton City Hall council chambers, 303 W. Wesley St. If youre walking in Central Park, theres no gaps in the wide sidewalks that everyone can use, Revare said. Mayor Pro Tem Paige Ellis was elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022 to represent District 8 Southwest Austin. Ross did not respond to an interview request by publication deadline. The amount due would increase to three-fourths of the city property taxes in the second year of home ownership. But he and his supporters say he's focused on more than policing. The upcoming city elections include a crowded City Council race that includes 12 people vying for the four district seats, while Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird faces two challengers in her run for a second term in a contest shaping up to be one of the most expensive in the citys history. More than $800,000 from outside groups has been spent in the last week, mostly for TV ads. The American-Statesman surveyed the candidates in the upcoming Austin City Council District 8 race to get their positions on some of the key issues facing the Sam is a fantastic patriot who is our last barrier In District 8, voters will either re-elect current Councilmember Carlos Garcia, a progressive with a background in community organizing, or choose his challenger, Senior personnel should be incentivized to stay on the job longer. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Here's what they had to say. The way she sees it, the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company factory under construction in north Phoenix will bring plenty of associated businesses to the city, which means a chance for upward mobility. I will work to find another site for another Community First Village on the south side of Austin. Humbert supports the bond measure, saying the funding is necessary to build affordable homes and address the citys backlog of street maintenance and other infrastructure work. Leaves frame the Sower atop the 400 ft tall Nebraska state capitol on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023. He said adding simple things like that to the neighborhood is an equitable investment. Then, equally important, be willing to work with each and every member of the City Council to find common ground and actually accomplish our goals together.
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