Being a retired certified fraud examiner with 35 years of financial experience so I am qualified and available full-time to help citizens. 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. For district-level candidates: What is an issue that faces your district specifically and how would you address it? San Antonio resident for 29 years. Candidates for Virginia Beach City Council, District 8, from left: John Condor Andrews, Rona Marsh and Chris Taylor. I would work to change the perceived problem associated with homelessness, namely that homelessness is caused by a lack of housing and that it can be solved by housing. KVUE sent a list of questions to each candidate. first meeting as a sitting City Council member, hundreds of protesters swarmed, proposed a different police oversight concept but then voted for Garcia's, Phoenix council races raise over $1M, more than half to one candidate. The Austin Monitor is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. 10 Likes, 0 Comments - Brad Revare for Denver City Council District 8 (@brad4denver) on Instagram: It was an honor to be with my fellow candidates and I think College Avenue could use some additional density.. If youd miss Denverite if it disappeared tomorrow, donate today. As a longtime resident of Austin, I became acutely aware that Austin was coming apart at the seams, particularly with respect to issues such as homelessness, public safety and affordability, Smith told the Monitor. The restaurant meal tax is 11.5% and higher than New York City. Unfortunately, for those homeless who choose not to seek help or do not want to get off the streets, the path is one of continued homelessness, subject to the public camping bans of the city and state. Bowers is the only incumbent running for re-election. Incumbent Sandoval is up against Ava Truckey for the Northwest Denver district. She said the main challenge in District 8 was securing and distributing water to residents without access. However, the political parties do recruit and support candidates. Here are the candidates' responses, some of which have been edited for length and clarity: Biography: Ellis has a degree in sociology and worked at an environmental consulting firm before being elected to the Austin City Council in 2018. Im a native of Virginia Beach who grew up in this district and attended Virginia Beach public schools. He said hes running for many reasons, but top among them is because he wants to see the city provide more funding for education programs for young people and adults. If the progress is not being shown, and the policies aren't being enforced, there's an issue with implementation. Though our reporting covers donors from time to time, we are careful to keep business and editorial efforts separate while maintaining transparency. The city of Austin can slow the increase in housing prices by reducing the fees, process time, and complexity associated with permitting and development. West Phoenix residents asked council members to increase police presence to deter crime in their area. Road safety. 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. Mendonca is an organizer with the neighborhood group Friends of Adeline. Pictured are the candidates for Mableton City Council District 5. What to know, The council members:Who is on the Phoenix City Council? Two candidates for Phoenix City Council will face off on March 14 in a runoff election to represent south Phoenix, parts of downtown and an area just east of Council should allow for a greater mix of housing supply to be built in more parts of town. Revare said another issue hes hearing about in his district is safety concerns. Environmental impact statements should be obtained before moving forward. For example, during the first year of home ownership a resident would only be required to pay one-half of the property taxes due to the city. The city elections also include races for Lincoln Board of Education seats in three districts. She also raised money for the national Democratic party in 2010, the same year she enrolled in Austin Community College for her general education degree. He also represents District 8 on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee through the mayors office. We need to get people off the streets so that we can begin addressing the root of their problems. 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. Appointment of a Campaign Treasurer (PDF, 905KB) Dec. 31, 2020. Ready to tell your networks why? 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"I believe in teaching a man to fish," she told The Republic. McCool Junction's Garrett Hansen celebratesduring the Class B state bowling singles championship on Wednesday at Sun Valley Lanes. What to know, Who is the mayor of Phoenix? The deadline to register to vote online or by mail in Alameda County is Oct. 24, and the election is Tuesday, Nov. 8. For many homeless, this may mean no longer living in Austin, but that is the path they chose. That support is how she hopes to win again. City Council candidates will face off March 14 in a runoff election to represent south Phoenix, parts of downtown and an area east of downtown. 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"I'm just sort of doing it for the sake of being outside," Rosengren said. Humbert, who has worked on several Berkeley commissions and previously was the president of the Claremont Elmwood Neighborhood Association, or CENA, supports the move toward greater housing density throughout Berkeley and within District 8. Thats the main focus of Brad Revares campaign and part of the reason hes decided to run for the District 8 City Council seat, which covers northeast Denver. All rights reserved. The races for two spots on the Phoenix City Council are intensifying, and the candidates along with unknown groups are deploying aggressive and snarky campaign methods to distinguish themselves. To partner with land developers, universities, and businesses to free up housing and land. Public transportation should be made reliable, easy to navigate, and clean. Born and raised in Berkeley, he got his start in journalism at Youth Radio as a high-schooler in the mid-2000s. How? For existing homeowners and renters, the city can also lower the cost of home ownership by lowering property taxes. Among the contests are a competitive mayoral race in Chandler and four of six council seats up for grabs in Peoria. Katie Glueck June 7, 2022. The City Council Monday heard hours of testimony in opposition to a Michael House at 27th and Washington streets from neighbors and non-profit, Honu Home, a transitional living home for people recently released from prison, employs people in recovery to help residents move forward and, Over the past four months, the Lancaster County Jail population increased at a time when it typically decreases. I dont think it can be, realistically, 100% affordable, he said. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Incumbent Thomas Leek will face off against challenger Dean Shuda for the Stevens Point City Council District 8 seat in the spring election on April 5. 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Drug usage will probably go up because thats one way we stay warm. Lincoln Northeast's Doneelah Washington (back) tries to stop Lincoln Southwest's Eleanor Griffin in the second half Friday at Lincoln Northeast. Wayne's Jersi Jensen (center) gets a high-five as she walks up to get her first-place medalat the Class B state bowling singles championship on Wednesday at Sun Valley Lanes. The Democrats include Brodey Weber, vice president of client relations for Mid American Casing Supply, a locally owned family tire warehouse business in Air Park. Mendonca is also calling for the city to ensure the housing developments built atop the BART stations parking lots are entirely made up of affordable units. 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. Voters will select at least one new council member at the city's runoff election on March 14. It offers policy direction, while the office of the City Manager implements administrative actions based on those policies. What to know about Kate Gallego, When council members resign:3 Phoenix City Council members may run for Congress. If elected, what would be your top priority and how would you get it done? 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. UNL student Paxtyn Dummer (from left) and Maggie Mienhueser complete work on a white board while Miles Kastl and Katelyn Petry do the same on the other side, during a tutoring session at the UNL Reading Centeron East Campus. Thien Chu, a Democrat, is a University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduate who teaches math and science at Blessed Sacrament School. "I mean I bought this bag and it's portable, so I can take it anywhere I want. Many constituents of District 8 complain about the lack of sufficient communication from their City Council member. The council has 13 seats: four at-large councilors, representing all Bostonians, and one each for all nine districts within the city. But having worked with the homeless for years through Mobile Loaves & Fishes, I know that homelessness is fundamentally a human issue, not a housing issue. She and Garcia tied, leaving two other candidates trailing. Shoun Hill walks through Tower Square on Thursday in downtown Lincoln, where nearly 9 inches of snow fell overnight. ', Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. My experience serving my country; in the business community; with the maritime industry; on environmental issues; and as a dedicated volunteer throughout the community, have all given me a solid foundation to not only lead but to work tirelessly on our Citys important issues. Lincoln High's Kiana Wiley (24) holds up the championship plaque after the Links defeated Lincoln Northeast in the A-3 district final Friday at Lincoln High. Speeding can be reduced by staffing and utilizing law enforcement to enforce speed limits. She proposed a different police oversight concept but then voted for Garcia's plan after conceding hers did not have the votes. Road safety regarding vehicles generally pertains to serious injuries due to excessive speed. Given my background and experience, I wanted to make a positive difference in the lives of Austin residents.. How would you rate the quality of policing services Austinites are getting as the police department deals with hundreds of officer vacancies, and what can be done to improve those services? The candidates also differ on two high-profile projects outside their district: The plans for housing at Peoples Park and the Ashby and North Berkeley BART stations. I will work with council to reduce the real estate property taxes which many citizens say the recent 9.4% increase has created higher tax payments that are a hardship. In District 6, Councilmember Sal DiCiccio, a conservative who is term-limited, will be replaced by either Sam Stone, who is cut from the same cloth as DiCiccio, or Kevin Robinson, a moderate who spent nearly four decades with the Phoenix Police Department and is aligned with Mayor Kate Gallego. So we rode for 20 hours and talked to people who do that. 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. I have established relationships with the decision makers and project planners of all of these projects and want to see these projects succeed in providing the congestion relief and increased safety they were designed for. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). 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 city and their district. Berkeley has earmarked $53 million to ensure at least 35% of the units at the projects are affordable; Humbert and others say an entirely below-market-rate project would require far more public funding than the city has. Please subscribe to keep reading. Tax Relief. In elections to the City Council in which just one incumbent is running for a second term, northwest Lincolns District 4 and southeast Lincolns District 2 each have four candidates. Candidates for Virginia Beach City Council, District 8, from left: John Condor Andrews, Rona Marsh and Chris Taylor. Her professional background includes Marketing and Public Involvement. Deb Polacek of Friend (center) gets ready to play the accordion to welcomeMiloslav Staek, the U.S. ambassador to the Czech Republic, as he tours the state during a stop on Wednesday at Nebraska East Union. Denverite members have made the decision to financially support local journalism that matters to you. Mendonca opposes the plan, saying the university should instead keep the park as an open space and build student housing on another site. Austin must make public safety a priority again. 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. Humbert wants UC Berkeley to proceed with its plans to build a 1,100-bed dorm and 100-unit shelter for the homeless at the park, which are on hold amid a legal battle from groups that want to preserve it. Maggie Mae Squires, who teaches yoga and works for Medical Solutions, a company that places traveling nurses, is making her third run for City Council after campaigns in 2017 and 2021. Antonio D. Ross is a U.S. Army veteran born in Austin. Humbert said he supports building as much affordable housing as is possible at the stations, but backs a plans for the developments to include a mix of affordable and market-rate apartments. Council; District Court; Elections; Executive Office; Executive Services; King County TV; Local Services; Metro; Natural Resources & Parks; Congressional District 8, U.S. Representative. Those neighborhoods are still exclusive and will remain exclusive, even more so with the change in zoning, Mendonca wrote. In 2012, City of Austin residents voted to change that system and as of 2015, 10 members of the Council are elected based on geographic districts. Each district includes two candidates which will advance to the general election. Denverite is powered by you. The city of San Jose, California, held general elections for mayor and city council on November 8, 2022. Voters in two Phoenix City Council districts will be selecting their representatives on March 14 in a runoff election. There are many aspects of solving homelessness including having a place to take people, case workers to help people get back on their feet and health care service needs that jail and citations will only make worse. Occupation: Certified fraud examiner, retired from Bank Financial branches auditing, Previous office held, if any: Thalia Civic League board member, 3rd year, Education: Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University. She also ran for a seat on the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District board in 2014. Our public safety personnel should be given the resources necessary to effectively do their jobs. Washington took over at DIA in summer 2021 and led RTD from 2009 to 2015. Five candidates have filed for two open seats on the Lincoln Airport Authority, meaning one will be eliminated in April's primary election. She added that residents who are Black, Indigenous and people of color will not reap the benefits of the infill housing in this market.. What experience do you have that makes you qualified to serve on City Council? Affordability starts at City Hall. All rights reserved. Bennington assistant coach Jarod Owens (left) and head coach Craig Pokorny celebrate after Kianna Wingender won the 120-pound consolidation semifinal matchat the A-3 district meet Saturday at Lincoln Southeast. Prepare to see plenty of mayoral candidate faces on your TV for the next month. Nebraska's Dayne Morton (left) wrestles Rutgers' Tony White in the 149-pound matchSunday at the Devaney Sports Center. Our police officers are outstanding, but the quality of services has been substantially degraded by the actions of the City Council. Either we numb ourselves so we cant feel the chill, or we speed ourselves up so our bodys maintaining a warm temperature.. Since then, Nebraska's Sam Hoiberg (1) scores off a steal against Marylandon Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. We should also bring down building fees which are drastically higher than all the other major Texas cities. As a former judge, I know how to evaluate both sides of an issue and make good decisions. Would you let Denver Police have access to your cars GPS System? I support the return of cadet classes. We put together a guide to the essentials of how to register and vote, whats on the ballot, voters rights and more. display: none; 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 Lincoln East's Westin Sherlock (top) wrestles Bellevue East's LaBrian Sherlock during the 152-pound finalat the A-2 District meet on Saturday at Lincoln East. The city of Austin can also slow the increase in housing prices by providing incentives for building below market rate housing. 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. He earned his undergraduate degree from Doane University and his law degree from the University of Nebraska. The council has 13 seats: four at-large councilors, representing all Bostonians, and one each for all nine districts within the city. I have raised a family and understand the struggles that entails. I've run as a proud Democrat in 2018 and 2022 because I believe in being transparent with the voters of District 8. Start your morning in-the-know with the day's top stories. A lawyer, he was a partner with Pierson, Fitchett, Hunzeker, Blake & Katt from 1989 until 2007 and at Baylor Evnen LLP from 2007 to 2016. It appears the City projection for Fiscal year 2022-23 is collection of over $89 million from restaurant meal tax (more than 43% increase in one year). District 8: District 8 contains three distinct neighborhoods, Oak Hill, Circle C and Travis Country. One of my primary motivations is to continue the good work of council in general.. It required focus, tough skin, and a keen understanding of budgeting/stewardship to expand our business in 2021. 1. Revare is currently running against Tyler Drum,Christian Steward,Leslie Twarogowski, Shontel Lewis and write-in Rita Lewis. Garcia touts accomplishments like direct financial assistance to families during the COVID-19 pandemic, the hiring of Phoenix's first public health officer, and the new Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. What sets you apart as a candidate? She was among those who tried to get the question on the ballot after the council repealed the ordinance it had passed that expanded protections against discrimination to include sexual orientation and gender identity. Her policy proposals focus on turning south Phoenix into a high-wage job hub and establishing free or low-cost career training programs. Become a member and be a better Denverite every day. One of my most immediate hopes is to convene that and make sure people in District 8 feel like they are being heard by the new leadership in the city.. The winner of the Nov. 8 general election will represent Waipio Gentry, Waimalu, Pearl City and Mililani on the nine-member City Council. 30-Day Before Election Campaign Finance Report (PDF, 12MB) Apr. Droste has endorsed Humbert, as has Mayor Jesse Arregun and six other members of the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Paige Ellis was elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022 to represent District 8 Southwest Austin. I would host, support and encourage weekly open mics in District 8 and throughout the city. More progress updates to council and the public. The city doesn't really have a policy on homelessness. List any previous experience in government or participation on local boards, commissions, or neighborhood We asked candidates why they were running and what theyve accomplished, and to spell out their views on housing, public safety, and the $650 million bond measure on the ballot this year. Funding:Phoenix council races raise over $1M, more than half to one candidate. Senior personnel should be incentivized to stay on the job longer. In the past, Hawkins has served as a volunteer deputy registrar and an election worker and volunteered with Organizing for America and Battleground Texas, the Wendy Davis congressional campaign. RTD wants to ban riding trains and buses all day. 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.. Enforcing the camping ban while providing resources, and making recreational facilities available, affordable and safe. On his first point, Revare said Denver streets are currently designed to move cars not necessarily people. He said the creation of more sidewalks, rapid bus lanes and safer bike paths are essential in making Denver streets safer for people to walk, ride their bike or wait for the bus. Berkeleys City Council district boundaries have changed. Hodge Washington started watching council meetings. Cap and stitch appears to be a promising objective, but the cost to build and expense to maintain needs to first be determined. She formerly worked as an assistant attorney general and clerked for the Arizona Court of Appeals. Sam is a fantastic patriot who is our last barrier Four candidates are vying for each of the other two district seats. Kim Schrier (Prefers Democratic Party) Matt Larkin City of Seattle, Municipal Court Judge Position No. Blood covers the face of Chadron's Kenli Boeselager as she wrestles on the mat against Conestoga's Maggie Fiene during a 145 lb semifinal match on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at CHI Health Center in Omaha. 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. 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Being retired from my career as a certified fraud examiner affords me the opportunity to make my schedule more available than if I had a full time job/business, giving citizens full-time representation by speaking and attending meetings. As a resident of District 8, Im committed to preserving a family environment for our neighborhoods and the Shore Drive corridor. Revare said his main campaign pillar is equitable investment in the neighborhoods of District 8. More by Nico Savidge. 63 feet, 4 inches at the Frank Sevigne Husker Invitational on Saturday at the Devaney Sports Center. Kimberly Council Khari Edwards Robert Elstein Mathieu Eugene Pearlene Fields Anthony Jones Lamor Miller-Whitehead Robert Ramos Jr. Antonio Reynoso Jo Anne Simon Trisha Ocona Manhattan Borough President (current: Gale Brewer) Lindsey Boylan Elizabeth Caputo Brad Hoylman Ben Kallos Mark Levine Guillermo Perez Kimberly Watkins My small business survived the COVID-19 pandemic. He has also worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas Law School. 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. }Customer Service. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Humbert said he supports that vision, including proposals to allow for more small apartments within residential neighborhoods and bigger developments along major streets. The candidate's team flyered cars with "All Votes Matter" ads at a predominantly white organization and flyered cars with "Black Votes Matter" ads at a historically Black church, Anderson said.