Shawn Fauver shovels snow outside El Chaparro on F Street on Thursday in Lincoln. I do want to make sure that the cadets are being trained to avoid over policing. Jim Pillen's mentoring program for young Nebraskans. What to know, Who is on the Phoenix City Council? Appointment of a Campaign Treasurer (PDF, 905KB) Dec. 31, 2020. Ellis is most proud of how she was able to use her office to serve district residents during Winter Storm Uri. WebResolution 80387: A ballot measure proposal to amend the San Jose City Charter to (1) move the mayoral election from the gubernatorial election cycle to the presidential I will work to find another site for another Community First Village on the south side of Austin. The nearest library is in Aurora and the nearest recreation center is in Montclair. The Austin Monitor is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. The incumbent faces three community advocates who each have their own ideas about how to tackle the affordability and homelessness crises facing the district in the term. The need for outdoor seating during Covid taught the city some important lessons the need to enhance walkability and mobility across the city. "I'm just sort of doing it for the sake of being outside," Rosengren said. The deadline to register to vote online or by mail in Alameda County is Oct. 24, and the election is Tuesday, Nov. 8. Here are their responses, edited lightly for clarity. APD has had its challenges, but I do feel that it is definitely improving. Candidates for Virginia Beach City Council, District 8, from left: John Condor Andrews, Rona Marsh and Chris Taylor. Thats why were publishing questionnaires with local candidates. Drug usage will probably go up because thats one way we stay warm. 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. What sets you apart as a candidate? Please subscribe to keep reading. Lincoln Southeast's Bangot Dak dunks the ball against Lincoln North Star in the final minute Friday at North Star High School. Regulations on scooter use should be implemented, such as license requirements and use of protective gear. The Land Development Code needs to be cleaned up, clear the backlog of site plan and permit applications, allow for greater density along corridors through alleviating compatibility restrictions or through zoning changes. It offers policy direction, while the office of the City Manager implements administrative actions based on those policies. So we rode for 20 hours and talked to people who do that. 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. Born and raised in the Virgin Islands, she came to Arizona in 1999 to attend law school at Arizona State University. What to know, The council members:Who is on the Phoenix City Council? As a patent attorney, I understand technical matters. However, the political parties do recruit and support candidates. List any previous experience in government or participation on local boards, commissions, or neighborhood 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. Bowman, along with other soldiers at the ceremony, did not deploy but attended out of support for his fellow soldiers. He has also worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas Law School. The Boston mayoral race gets the bulk of attention during elections, but the City Council also plays a key role in governing the city. I served with distinction for 30 years in the U.S. Navy, commanded an E-2C squadron, was awarded the Bronze Star in combat operations, served 14 months in Iraq with the U.S. Army, and retired as a captain (O6). He referenced his volunteer work with Mobile Loaves & Fishes as integral to his approach on homelessness. Kesha Hodge Washington, his challenger, is an attorney who came out swinging in November, walking away with 40% of the vote. #ada-button-frame { 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. Hodge Washington has repeatedly told voters and the media she is wary of over-policing communities and criminalizing homelessness. District 8 needs are routinely not at the top of the prioritization list for city departments, and I've stepped up to deliver meaningful improvements for local parks, emergency response (water bottle distribution and new Fire/EMS stations), and neighborhood streets, bike lanes, and sidewalks. In two of the districts, just two candidates are running, which means they will both advance from the April 4 primary to the May 2 general election. 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. Thien Chu, a Democrat, is a University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduate who teaches math and science at Blessed Sacrament School. Newman, a first-generation immigrant from Azerbaijan who is a pharmacy technician and teaches psychology, ran for an at-large City Council seat in 2021. Specifically, the number of police classes should be doubled and 911, EMS and APD should be fully staffed. The third Democrat running in District 4 is Kay Siebler, an assistant professor of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a staunch supporter of the Fairness Ordinance. Council; District Court; Elections; Executive Office; Executive Services; King County TV; Local Services; Metro; Natural Resources & Parks; Congressional District 8, U.S. Representative. 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. Pictured are the candidates for Mableton City Council District 5. Editors note: This story has been updated with the finalized candidate list that will appear on the 2023 municipal election ballot. Liam Rosengren endures blustery conditions while working out with a portable punching bag outside at Holmes Lake Park on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. DISTRICT 8 (SINCE 2017) VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT - TRUSTEE BROOKS CITY BASE - CHAIRMAN ADVANCED TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT - 2023 www.statesman.com. Four years later, Garcia maintains his reputation for being unapologetically critical of police misconduct and vocal in calls for increased oversight of law enforcement. See more Q&As with candidates in the May election here. Here's her pitch, History of District 8:Inside the effort to bring Black representation back to Phoenix City Council, Casting your ballot:How to vote in the Phoenix City Council runoff election in March, Listen to The Gaggle:The Gaggle breaks down the details of Phoenix City Council runoff election, Campaign fundraising:Phoenix council races raise over $1M, more than half to one candidate, Suite use becomes campaign issue:Phoenix City Council members vent frustration over ethics questions related to suite use, Campaigning gets heated:Tactics escalate in Phoenix council races with snarky GIFs, misleading calls. 0:57. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). KVUE sent a list of questions to each candidate. 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. The city of San Jose, California, held general elections for mayor and city council on November 8, 2022. For 8 years prior to being elected, she worked for an environmental firm specializing in environmental compliance on Nonprofit news. He ran against Sen. Mike Hilgers for a seat in the Legislature in 2020. A complete list of donors is available here, and our code of ethics is explained here. For many homeless, this may mean no longer living in Austin, but that is the path they chose. A migrant rights activist who garnered Valleywide recognition following the passage of SB 1070, the "show me your papers" law, Garcia joined City Council in 2019. Sober living home at 27th and Washington in Lincoln: Does it exploit residents or support them? How? I support the Austin Neighborhoods Council good governance resolution. Since then, I would start with an independent, comprehensive audit of city finances, starting with Austin Water and Austin Energy. Sawyer faces Michael Hughes for the East Denver seat. If elected, Smith advocates fully staffing the Austin Police Department and Austin Travis-County EMS, bolstering support for the 911 call center and supporting community policing efforts citywide. The incumbents in Districts 1, 2, and 8 are running unopposed. Each district includes two candidates which will advance to the general election. To address Phoenix's homelessness and housing challenges, Hodge Washington says on her campaign website that she would like to accelerate the process for affordable and workforce housing development, change zoning rules to allow for accessory dwelling units and incentivize the development of affordable housing units, and ensure "specific pathways" exist to help people experiencing homelessness who have severe mental health or substance abuse issues. 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 Pictured are the candidates for Mableton City Council District 5. I'm a hard-working taxpayer of this community. 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. Mendonca, who declined an interview request from Berkeleyside, has called for the city to reduce police funding and shift that money to community organizations. The screen shows a tweet from Kari Lake that reads, "Sam Stone is running for Phoenix City Council District 6. Were here for you and that wont change. For people who already own their homes, increasing homestead exemptions can help take the pressure off of the increase in housing valuations. Revare said his main campaign pillar is equitable investment in the neighborhoods of District 8. Virginia Beach is one of the safest cities of its size in our country. Occupation: Small business owner, partner Smoothie Stop Cafe, Education: Bachelor of Arts in business management, Virginia Wesleyan University. 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. We should also bring down building fees which are drastically higher than all the other major Texas cities. What other priorities do you have? Here are some other helpful election resources: See complete 2022 election coverage on Berkeleyside. She also ran for a seat on the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District board in 2014. More:Austin City Council District 1 race: Here's where candidates stand on the issues. 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. Garcia pushed unsuccessfully to set higher wage standards for city construction workers. Hodge Washington is a civil and commercial litigator mainly dealing with insurance fraud cases, although she's dabbled in zoning issues, too, she said. Katt, who served on the Lincoln Board of Education, is a founding member of the investment group INA Group LLC, a principal in several residential land development companies and a partner in several homebuilding companies, he said in a news release. 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. 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. Balancing competing timelines and space for projects. The city doesn't really have a policy on homelessness. Our police officers are outstanding, but the quality of services has been substantially degraded by the actions of the City Council. 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. 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. More:Austin City Council District 5 race: Where candidates stand on the issues. When people began camping in parks (which has never been legal) we had multiple instances of identifying the issues surroundinga lack of enforcement of the rules. In District 8, voters will either re-elect current Councilmember Carlos Garcia, a progressive with a background in community organizing, or choose his challenger, attorney Kesha Hodge Washington, a more moderate Democrat who has also been endorsed by Gallego. I think College Avenue could use some additional density.. Mendonca disputes a state requirement that Berkeley plan for nearly 9,000 new homes over the next eight years, saying Bay Area and California housing officials are seeking to bully us out of making responsible decisions around building.. The decisions made by City Council impact a range of preservation activities in our city. Through extensive training, mental evaluations, and better vetting in the hiring process. Garcia, among other council members, attended concerts and Suns games in the city-owned skybox, members vented frustration at a council meeting over people questioning their ethics, Garcia was the lone council member to vote 'no. Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter. Criticism of Garcia largely revolves around his approaches to policing and homelessness. Sam is a fantastic patriot who is our last barrier Dean Thompsen reacts after correctly spelling the word, 'affluent' correctly after believing he spelled it wrong during the second round of the annual Lincoln Public Schools Oral Spelling Bee on Saturday at Culler Middle School. 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. One leading candidate to represent Southeast Berkeley says he wants to carry on outgoing 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. Garcia partnered with a south Phoenix art gallery to transform Circle K Park. He has served on the city of Austins Board of Adjustment and the Austin Chamber of Commerces Federal Legislation Committee. I dont think it can be, realistically, 100% affordable, he said. Two other candidates are running for the seat, insurance agent Jay Wu and nonprofit founder Peter Bruce DuMont. As a councilman I would like to prioritize public school safety. 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 downtown. San Antonio resident for 29 years. As a former judge, I know how to evaluate both sides of an issue and make good decisions. City Council must focus on and support the vital issues that are most important to the citizens of Virginia Beach and provide the resources needed to address those issues. 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. Application for a Place on the Ballot (PDF, 2MB) Jan. 13, 2021. Senior personnel should be incentivized to stay on the job longer. 2023 www.azcentral.com. 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. He called for a civilian review board a move that would eventually lodge a wedge between him and Gallego. 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? Its really important that people, especially when we have new leadership, feel heard and theyre being visited and talked to. District 8 residents in parts of downtown, south Phoenix and east-central Phoenix will choose between incumbent Councilmember Carlos Garcia, a former immigrants' rights activist, and Kesha Hodge Washington, an attorney. 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. Its an exciting time to be pushing the city forward on our mobility goals, and I think thats just really fun to be a part of.. "I mean I bought this bag and it's portable, so I can take it anywhere I want. The Mayor continues to be elected at-large. I would support an assertive program to recruit among marginalized communities in Austin. Lincoln Southeast's Eve Nelson dives during the girls state diving championships Thursday at the Devaney Sports Center. I've been working in many neighborhoods to implement traffic calming measures, reduce speed limits, narrow lanes, and improve striping and signage. She said the light rail system will bring the region closer to its goal of reducing the impacts of climate change. We need to make sure everybody has real options to get around. What is something you would change about the citys policies on homelessness? 0:57. Being a retired certified fraud examiner with 35 years of financial experience so I am qualified and available full-time to help citizens. City elections include three mayoral candidates, 12 vying for Lincoln City Council. 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. For things that are not, lets have an honest conversation and talk about what we can do over the next four years to address those issues. McCool Junction's Garrett Hansen celebratesduring the Class B state bowling singles championship on Wednesday at Sun Valley Lanes. "I believe in teaching a man to fish," she told The Republic. Our public safety personnel should be given the resources necessary to effectively do their jobs. Kimbles successor is expected to be hired by May. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The city elections also include races for Lincoln Board of Education seats in three districts. Meet Kevin Robinson, Sam Stone: Phoenix City Council District 6 candidates, '180 degrees different': Robinson, Stone square off in District 6 debate, Sam Stone maneuvers affiliation with Kari Lake and election denial in council race, Kevin Robinson has been in public eye for years. I've increased funding for the Other Ones Foundation's Workforce First job program, approved fee waivers for the Community First Village run by Mobile Loaves and Fishes, and created the Clean Creeks Crew which is a collaboration between ARR and Watershed Protection to work within creeks. The amount due would increase to three-fourths of the city property taxes in the second year of home ownership. Humbert said he supports that vision, including proposals to allow for more small apartments within residential neighborhoods and bigger developments along major streets. 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. Journal Star restaurant critic Jeff Korbelik shares his parting thoughts. Berkeleys City Council district boundaries have changed. 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. City Council needs to take a closer look at and eliminate unnecessary, onerous regulations that slow the process of getting a building permit. Web2020 San Jose City Council District 8 election; Candidate Votes % Sylvia Arenas (incumbent) 13,886 60.58 Jim Zito 9,035 39.42 Total votes 22,921 : 100.00 : 2020 San Lincoln Northeast's Doneelah Washington (back) tries to stop Lincoln Southwest's Eleanor Griffin in the second half Friday at Lincoln Northeast. Driving for Uber, Hawkins became troubled by the state of Austins roads, development in areas like Rainey Street and stories from passengers about the struggle they face making ends meet in the midst of Austins affordability crisis. You know a strong community needs local and dedicated watchdog reporting. Election Day 2022 takes place on November 8, and early voting begins in Texas on October 24. This will allow residential building, and homeownership, and less commercial and student housing. Mendonca contends city officials could have raised money for an entirely affordable project by asking voters to approve a bond measure specifically for the BART developments. Denverite members have made the decision to financially support local journalism that matters to you. More by Nico Savidge. 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. I believe deeply that, as a public servant, you must always do the right thing for the people you serve. The restaurant meal tax is 11.5% and higher than New York City. While we need to continue with the process of reimagining public safety, he said, its important that we have restored the funding for 23 sworn positions that were frozen during the pandemic, and also restored funding for dispatch.. In District 2, Piyush Srivastav and Emmy Pollen both seek to replace Connie Duncan on the school board. The city website has a. West Phoenix residents asked council members to increase police presence to deter crime in their area. Carlos Garcia migrated to the U.S. when he was 5 from Cananea, Sonora, Mexico and was later naturalized. 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. If youre walking in Central Park, theres no gaps in the wide sidewalks that everyone can use, Revare said. 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. Again, your zip code shouldnt affect different life outcomes.. Carlson is director of development for the University of Nebraska Foundation and former chairman of the Lancaster County Democrats. Austin must make public safety a priority again. Voters will select at least one new council member at the city's runoff election on March 14. 2023 www.azcentral.com. Due to reduced numbers of sworn officers, response times are longer, crime has increased, and traffic fatalities are at record levels due to unabated speeding. Big steps have been taken to get people off the streets and into housing. I was the District 8 candidate that attended the Virginia Beach City budget meetings and challenged an unidentified $45 million that was added in the FY2022 capital improvement budget. Road safety. with a cold southerly wind making it feel like it was just over 11F. My small business survived the COVID-19 pandemic. I've worked hard for my constituents and built solid relationships with city departments because I believe that the government should work for the people it is tasked with serving. What would you consider priorities for Austin when it comes to traffic/transit (Project Connect, I-35 expansion, road safety, etc)? If APD stays on course, they will reach their goals. I've run as a proud Democrat in 2018 and 2022 because I believe in being transparent with the voters of District 8. Funding:Phoenix council races raise over $1M, more than half to one candidate. Mendonca opposes the plan, saying the university should instead keep the park as an open space and build student housing on another site. I would also oppose taxpayer giveaways such as the $330 million to be paid for the South-Central Waterfront TIRZ. The city of Austin can also make home ownership a greater possibility for residents by offering free financial education on the steps and requirements to purchase a home. When you accept that role you have to step up any time your community needs you, regardless of whether its policy related or just knowing the neighborhoods and saying we need to go help folks, she said. Q&As with District 8 City Council candidates follow. The city of Austin can also slow the increase in housing prices by providing incentives for building below market rate housing. In District 4, three Democrats and one Republican are vying for the northwest Lincoln seat. 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. A nudge from a friend she respected pushed her to attempt a run. If the progress is not being shown, and the policies aren't being enforced, there's an issue with implementation. The council has 13 seats: four at-large councilors, representing all Bostonians, and one each for all nine districts within the city. 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. The public can't see the day-to-day progression of transitioning people out of homelessness. Contact the writer at mreist@journalstar.com or 402-473-7226. Quick navigation: Manny Pelaez | Cesario Garcia | Rob Rodriguez Manny Pelaez Age 46, District 8 City Nebraska's Dayne Morton (left) wrestles Rutgers' Tony White in the 149-pound matchSunday at the Devaney Sports Center. The way I would address these issues is to meet with developers to build affordable housing without compromisingthe quality. Richard Smith is a husband, father and community advocate who serves on the citys Board of Adjustment. Garcia was the lone council member to vote 'no.' Here's her pitch, Inside the effort to bring Black representation back to Phoenix City Council, How to vote in the Phoenix City Council runoff election in March, The Gaggle breaks down the details of Phoenix City Council runoff election, Phoenix council races raise over $1M, more than half to one candidate, Phoenix City Council members vent frustration over ethics questions related to suite use, Tactics escalate in Phoenix council races with snarky GIFs, misleading calls. Instead, she said, Berkeley leaders have lumped a wish list of infrastructure and affordable housing spending into the proposed $650 million bond Measure L that will also appear on this falls ballot, which she opposes as a misguided all or nothing proposal that is not specific enough about how the money will be spent. Shoun Hill walks through Tower Square on Thursday in downtown Lincoln, where nearly 9 inches of snow fell overnight.