A: Ive made the housing crisis the #1 priority of my campaign. The legislature and the mayor have always been contentious, historically, Sheinkopf said. There are few things that give more pride and a sense of accomplishment than owning your own home. A: I will work really hard for the residents of Duval county and keep my promises that will lead me into office. I have said it over and over, before I owned Folio Weekly and after. This will make it easier for people to get around the city, and will also attractmore businesses and jobs to Jacksonville. I believe that the public needs to be able to see the actual return on their previous investments before making any decisions on future funding. Eliminate single-family zoning in several parts of the City, which would allow for more duplexes, quadplexes, and high density housing 2. Q: What is the biggest issue in your district that you would like to tackle if re-elected to the Jacksonville City Council? The perception that our government functions through good-ole boy networks, backroom deals, and outright corruption is hurting our ability to attract the best business partners and brightest public servants. Our accounting must be more timely, accurate and transparent to allow for better budgeting. It gives me new perspective as you can visually see how we are untied together. A: If elected to the Jacksonville City Council, I am committed to making sure that our city finally reaches its full potential. It is my opinion, Jacksonville seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming city and it is very difficult to be that with these figures hanging over us. We need a plan for our community only to use clean, renewable energy sources. Contact 919-996-3050 Address Raleigh Municipal Building 2nd Floor 222 W. Hargett St. Raleigh, NC 27601 : Services A: As a landlord, I know property taxes and insurance rates drive up the cost of housing. 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. It has always been about helping people and strengthening our community. I plan to spent the vast majority of my time giving back to the City which gave me so much. The filing deadline for this election was February 8, 2019, although independent candidates had until July 1 to file. I am a firefighter and EMT safety officer, and an entrepreneur and public service advocate. 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. We need to address the housing crisis and stop kicking the can down the road. I would ask, what has been the return on the investments that have been made in the past? My 35 years of public service have been guided by a simple philosophy: Go out of your comfort zone to make a difference. I understand that to effectively work on behalf of the constituents in District 10 and Duval County, it is my responsibility to understand community needs, and serve as the citizens voice, and leverage my leadership skills, vision, and hands-on approach to promote progress through experience. How long have you lived in Duval County? A: I was motivated to run for City Council largely because of a series of issues that all link together. I believe the City Council and JSO should undertake a line-by-line program review to determine whats working and what isnt so we can put more dollars into the programs that are offering the highest protection in our neighborhoods. Filing and payment takes place at Charleston County Board of Elections and Voters Registration Building, 4637 Headquarters Road, North Charleston, SC. Step 2. A: Like the Public Schools renaming issue a few years back, we can solve this issue and not only survive but thrive as a city. "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,. Upcoming Elections. I would want to see better accounting before I would support tax increases. The river walks are also great. Sitting at one of our local coffee shops or restaurants spending time with friends. Paying outrageous rent prices and never being able to get ahead. I understand the issues of the common man. The festival was an idea to get folks in a better mood. How long have you lived in Duval County? She joined the council in 2017. After two more storms, we still clearly have issues. I think more de-escalationtraining is needed. However, I also understand that some taxpayers may be concerned aboutthe use of public funds for the renovations. A: We need to build more for housing in an apartment. Also, I didnt start making ourlives better because of an election. Before that, I worked for over a decade in banking. We need all levels, we need low, middle and we also need market rate. 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. The big takeaway here is that seven of the nine council seats are up for election this year, four of these positions are wide open with no incumbents. A: One happy place in Jax for me is walking along the St. Johns River from Riverside to the USS Orleck, downtown, with my wife, Char. I am an Army Aviator and Civilian Pilot with FAA Commercial Pilot ratings in both Airplanes and Helicopters. Im running because Im concerned about our childrens futures being financed to fund self interest and/or special interests. A: I believe, strongly, that the Confederate monuments should be taken down. A: I am an entrepreneur which involves RealEstate. A primary was scheduled for May 7, 2019. I have a unique career background with dual expertise in the private sector and government policy. A: Rental and purchase prices are controlled by the open market and supply and demand. A: THE CITY COUNCIL WILL NOT BE ABLE TO STOP NATURE OR GOD, PERIOD. Since I am not an expert in this field, I was excited to meet with Jacksonvilles Resilience officer, Anne Coglianese and was impressed with her knowledge, analytical approach, and professionalism. If we could make a few changes, we could not only help murder rates, but solve some and raise a communitys self-esteem, which is broken. Thiscould include: i. A: First and foremost I am a wife, mother, and someone that never thought they would be running for political office! 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. I sit on the Eboard of the IBT 947 where I represent over 400 employees. Q: What, if anything, should Council do to help Duval County adapt to rising seas, increased heat and flooding caused by climate change? We need more professionalism in our local government. Also on tap for 2023, is whats shaping up to be a jam-packed state legislative session and state budget season. Review zoning and land use ordinances to ensure a balance in established neighborhoods while creating a path for new and unique neighborhoods that would fill the needs of our growing community. A: I am a proud native of Jacksonville for 59 years. A: I want voters to know that I will be their voice of reason between government and the community. More importantly, the larger question remains: how do we activate our public spaces (and parks) to make them a benefit to the public as a whole? I have spoken with thousands of voters in my district during the past year, and the one thing they all have in common is that they are concerned not only about what the City Council does but also about how they do it. Full stop. 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. Our city leaders should be concerned. . I also looked at murder statistics (Over 1000 in 7 years). 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. Ive worked construction most of my adult life. And we will be running candidates in those.. ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? Credit: Why do people turn to crime? We should be open about history, where we are now and where were going. 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. Crime, Congestion, Overdevelopment, and improving our Parks are just a few. I have a bachelors degree in English and a masters in education. Besides Kagans race, Borelli told amNewYork Metro that council Republicans are looking to make gains in a couple of other districts across the city in 2023, including a potential seat in Queens and in the Bronx though he didnt specify which ones. These experiences have given me the skills and knowledge necessary to serve my community in a public office and make a positive impact on the lives of the people I represent. [1] Background [ edit] A: Storm resiliency is a top priority! As for heat, we have over $20M in our tree mitigation fund that could be used to plant trees across the City to reduce rising temperatures on our streets. 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 hope Ive earned your vote. A: Equity and Access to city and legal services, for the constituents of District 9. A: There are so many great places here in Jacksonville. Her current term is through 2025, however, Mosqueda wants to trade her city seat for a King County Council seat. Supporting the creation and preservation of affordable housing through targeted investmentsand funding for rehabilitation projects. As a City Councilman, I will lead with honor, integrity and ensure that our local government is living up to its full potential. Al Taylor (center) announces his bid for Council District 9 in Harlem. A: I believe JSO should have the staff, training, equipment, and technology that is necessary to keep our community and law enforcement officers safe. I currently live in Springfield with my partner of 11 years and our two rescue dogs. Not minuses. At the time, Boeing wasn't doing so well and Seattle was generally bummed out. I will host monthly community meetings, provide my cell phone number to citizens, and return calls and emails within 24 hours. Service on these boards has helped me better understand local government functions and learn how to best serve the public interest. 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. We cant enable them. I will bring those experiences to the City Council to address the needs of the entire Jacksonville community. A: Since 2019, I have evolved my perspective regarding the monuments. I am married to Keith Peabody Hopkins, a Longshoreman with over 40 years in the maritime industry. If you are constantly worried about pleasing the voters who might not vote for you or donors who might not support you year after year and job after job, you are mislead by secondary gain. This will provide financial support for our residents to have a recovery in housing using the market. Also, we could invest in dredging rivers, such as the Ribault River. If public funding is to go toward renovating the stadium, I would not want football to be the only beneficiary of public tax dollars. For three generations, my family has called Jacksonville home. You can read about them here. Most importantly, I have lived inseveral neighborhoods under the previous and new district map. It would also include strengthening incentives packages for investors willing to build in density appropriate areas with units at below market rates. Along with my brother, Matt Jr., I own oneof the fastest growing insurance agencies in Jacksonville. A: I currently serve on the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board (JEPB) and chair the Water Committee, where Ive worked on environmental issues and promoting sustainability in our city. etc. I have worked tobridge the divide between local government and neighborhoods. The city should focus on in-fill development. Will they step down from politics? Additionally, the Council should also consider educating the public about the risks associated with climate change and encouraging individualactions to reduce carbon emissions and increase resilience. UPCOMING ELECTIONS GENERAL ELECTION - SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023 PRIOR ELECTION (S) Important Election Information There were changes made to election laws that citizens need to be aware of when voting in Texas. After the festival's former organizer decided to drop Bumbershoot in 2019, a new group of organizers called "New Rising Sun" stepped up and took the reigns. Anyone saying there is one big issue isnt being honest or is simply trying to force rank things that all need to be addressed. She hopes that bowing out will help a progressive candidate win. See key election dates for 2023 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. Homeownership anchors families and communities. A: Yes, I do support continuing this level of funding for JSO. Under the current funding mechanisms, I would advocate that we prioritize projects that directly contribute to the quality of life of our residents. On the local level, I would support changing the single-family homezoning that exists in 90% of the county. Ill always stress the importance of bringing our community together through equality. We must fight for the disenfranchised and raise up all of those who are suffering. Public notice of such elections shall be published by the governing authority of the municipality in a . They want problem-solving, not politics. Tagliani is a Seattleite who has been volunteering on the ground in Ukraine, amid the Russian invasion over the past year. Those pipes are now slowly being turned off and the hospital is transitioning to individual tanks. My career reflects my values and focus on community. The candidates lining up to primary Jordan include Assembly Member Al Taylor (D-Manhattan), state Senator Inez Dickens and Yusef Salaam, of the Exonerated 5 a group of five Black men convicted of raping a woman in Central Park in the 1980s, who were later proven innocent. The haves and have nots are further than they have ever been. As I continue to meet people within District 7, I will learn more about what they want/need and together we can work to make our District the best it can be. Q: What is the biggest issue in your district that you would like to tackle if elected to the Jacksonville City Council? A: RETIRED POLICE LIEUTENANT FORM JACKSONVILLE SHERIFFS OFFICE, PHARMACEUTICAL SALES, OWNED NUMEROUS SMALL BUSINESSES, BOARD OF DORECTORS FOR NE FLORIDA EQUESTRIAN SOCIETY, CHAIR FOR THE ARCHTECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR THE GREENLAND CHASE SUBDIVISION. A: For starters, they need to define affordable. We recently saw the sale of a piece of property to developers that was valued at 2.53 million for $100. Since then I have returned to school, received my B.S. You can find more information here:https://www.data-z.org/state_data_and_comparisons/city/jacksonville. A: Work with the North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) on their five-year plans and long-range transportation plan to ensure roadway and intermodal projects are being completed and reevaluate for priority infrastructure needs (that include resilient infrastructure that can withstand inland stormwater, river flooding, and storm surge). Some of my achievements include: The Eve Award for Employment from The Florida Times-Union, the FBI Community Leadership Award, the Urban League Leadership Award, the Leadership Jacksonville Award, The Tillie Fowler Leadership Award from the Junior League of Jacksonville, the NAACP Leadership Award, the Mayors Commission on the Status of Women, the HUD Opportunity and Empowerment Award, Jacksonville Business Journal Women of Influence, the Jessie Ball duPont Leadership Award, the Mary Singleton Award, and CDBG Award for Community Revitalization. Lastly, as a voting member on the Citizens Oversight Committee, I am overseeing billion-dollar budgets, learning how to maximize our hard-earned tax dollars while ensuring our teachers and students have the resources they need to be successful. Should she succeed and move on up to the county level, the city council will have to fill her role on the dais. Twenty-two years later, Id have an amazing firm, Phillips & Hunt, and be publisher of Folio. Specifically the Riverside Park and the Midnight Sun store is where id frequent often before going into Sun-Ray Cinema! The littering ends. The harassment ends. I have served on economic, housing policy councils, I am a lifelong member of my district, and I am consistently involved in School Board and City Council issues. Also, about three inches of snow is possible around Seattle this evening. Through public and private partnerships, I have engaged and mobilized constituents, businesses, and government to work collaboratively to address neighborhood concerns holistically in the last four years as a member of City Council while improving the visual aesthetics and quality of life for residents and businesses in the district. New Rising Sun has a few changes in mind for this year's festival. Voters deserve a leader who has achieved success through hard work and accountability. 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