I have lived In Nashville (Goodlettsville) my entire life and love this city. My top priorities for a second term in office include getting a library in District 3. Go to this link from Metro Nashville Government to find out what your district is: https://www.nashville.gov/departments/council/council-districts. We need a full awareness of the capabilities of our local government and how exercising those capabilities can most benefit the people the government works for. Responsible for all operations. I ran the first time because I knew our priorities needed to change in Nashville and I wanted to be a part of that change. - PROHIBITIONS This Charter shall not alter or change zoning regulations effective in the county but the same shall continue until Density has increased but the lanes of major thoroughfares are not widened. Support safe, family-friendly infrastructure (sidewalks, safe and reliable transit, greenways, and parks) for District 24 and to support the same investment citywide. While much of the growth has been positive, we have lost touch with the needs and wants of our residents, and have begun to lose our identity as a city. My goal is to bring the peoples voices of District 31 to the stage. I'm running for Metro Council District 9 because I have been a long-time resident in the community and I've seen the growth Nashville has experienced. the code of the metropolitan government of nashville and davidson county, tennessee: supplement history table: the charter: charter and related laws Working with the neighbors to establish an effective line of communication to disseminate information to help keep them informed and engaged of any rezoning, important meetings, etc. I've been working on affordable housing and homelessness issues this term, trying to streamline and refine processes so we can get more people housed more quickly, and more easily use existing spaces that could provide shelter but right now aren't eligible to be used for housing purposes. We must develop and implement a realistic plan to keep our children safe. Furthermore, we must explore solutions to make affordable housing accessible to the people of Nashville. My top priorities are infrastructure and transportation to accommodate our citys growth, ensuring preservation of green space and the health of our water resources, and ensuring the resilience of our city. Bellevue residents want a say in how we grow, just as we did when our Community Character Plan was adopted. Since that time, unparalleled investments in critical city services have been made all while getting Metro on solid ground with its finances and having the second lowest property tax rate in Metros history. That is my promise. Im excited about the prospect of representing District 15 at City Hall. My priorities are to ensure that Nashville has safe and walkable neighborhoods, the highest quality public schools, and invests in local businesses. Ive worked to make my neighborhood and East Nashville a better place since we chose to move here. Develop and maintain income aligned housing so that all residents can find Nashville to be a safe and affordable place to live. I will fight fiercely to make sure every family in Nashville, regardless of their current circumstance, has the opportunity to make tomorrow better than today. Read all the candidates' answers to the questionnaire at this link. Working-class families are being forced out of District 21 because it is unaffordable, and many families are forced to live in poverty. - EXECUTIVE BRANCH; DIVISION 3. I am also running to make Nashville a better place and to build a Nashville that feels like home for those who live and work here. I have witnessed firsthand the challenges our community faces from issues of social justice, accessibility, and education, to matters of economic equality and access to affordable housing. Street racing is a big problem for residents in my district, and many complain about hearing it at all hours of the night. The Metro Council comprises 40 members 35 who represent individual districts and five who are elected countywide by all Nashville voters. If your budget is already tight because of inflated grocery bills, rent increases, and corporate greed disguised as inflation, a flat tire because you hit a pothole in the road will set you back an entire paycheck. Search all connected by sidewalks for our community to enjoy. I want to tackle homelessness and the affordable housing crisis. It takes hard, sometimes thankless work to understand the nuances of the Metropolitan government, maximize the tradeoffs in funding priorities and push a complicated project delivery process. My experience includes responsibility for more than $325 million in revenues, both as an individual contributor and through team leadership. However, if we are fully aware of the processes in place, we can more often than not find the best option for all. Practicing good stewardship of tax-payer dollars by prudently reviewing the line-item city budget and researching requested expenditures, Fully funding departments that have been overlooked and underfunded are a priority. to address the rising cost of living. Sign up for Black Tennessee Voices newsletter:Read compelling columns by Black writers from across Tennessee. Another priority is ensuring the robustness of the infrastructure that our neighborhoods are being built on. I want to give voice to all residents and be a fierce voice for our district at City Council. So I'm going to keep fighting because every Metro employee should not have to work two jobs to make ends meet, because families should not worry if their loved ones will come back from a construction site in one piece or at all, because our district should be walkable, because we need more bike lanes, and frequent buses, because we need affordable housing, because we demand to be represented in all spaces. I refuse to allow this sort of thing happen without proper communication and direction for our community. Having an additional Precinct in a high-density area will ensure that the patrol officers assigned to the Hermitage Precinct can focus on a more succinct coverage area. The final priority is that we need to remain focused on making Nashville function for the people who live and work here. Currently, District 3 is the only council district that doesn't have a public library for youth and adults to have access to books, computers, and the internet. Zoneomics provides the most comprehensive real estate zoning information available through the aggregation of municipal zoning mapping, code and ordinance records and data. We have started district beautification, the Friends of West Meade Hills committee and the safety committee, and we hold an annual Santa on a Firetruck that goes throughout the district. Rather than hoping someone else might have the necessary energy and drive, I decided to step up and run for council myself to work for these priorities. and giving the community an update on any pending council legislation for District 1. 2-41. I envision this area will also be a home to outdoor concerts along with a farmers market in the summer months. During my 10-plus years in Nashville, I have served as District 19s representative to the participatory budget and as the Buena Vista Neighborhood Association president. Worked my way up within Marriott hotels from entry management positions. District 9 has been growing fast and our infrastructure hasn't kept up with our needs. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MEMPHIS, As a member of Council, my priority will be to ensure that every tax dollar is spent wisely. We have more work to do. Do we have enough spaces to park the vehicles? Making sure there is a strong dialogue and line of communication between the city government and District 4 Residents. I will continue working on my platform: Equity, Affordability, and Safety. Find the candidates' names below and read excerpts and their answersin full andontennessean.com/opinion. I have some specific ideas to make West Nashville a cleaner, greener and more livable part of town. Encourage more parental involvement in schools to support and hold teachers and administrators accountable. Steering the inevitable change currently creeping our way, ensuring District 16's needs are considered as development inevitably happens. Lower crime and promote safety, organize and lay a foundation that can be built upon for years to come for the residents in this district, foster community relations among residents and those who provide services to our and for our district. Using my deep experience working with organizations to improve operations, build stakeholder engagement, and increase constituent listening and response, I know Id be an effective and attentive councilmember. Find the list of candidates below then scroll to learn more about them and link to all their answers to the editorial boards questionnaire. My wife and I are raising our two boys here, and I am running to make sure Bellevue is the best place in the state to live, work, play, and raise a family for mine and yours. I am very excited that I now have the opportunity to give back and represent the people of District 11 on the Metro Council. Not someone who wants to divide people but someone who wants to bring everyone to the table to work on the problems we have. I've served in District 1 for more than 14 years and believe I understand the needs of our district and the function of a council representative, and I want to pursue the council position to help improve the quality of life for my neighbors and our families. Money coming into the city from development needs to go toward these vital components that all Nashvillians use. District 17 has been my Nashville home since I moved to the city in 2009. I want to be a voice for funding our schools. Support investing in people with quality education, attainable housing, and mental health services. We must build safe streets for our community. UDC Serving on the Council is an opportunity to give back. We know that housing insecurity is a major issue for many of our residents, and I believe that we need to take concrete steps to address this crisis. Code Enforcement. Now Im giving back. I'm calling this the Triple S Campaign: schools, services, small business. District 17 deserves a transparent leader who is dedicated to engaging the community while focusing on affordable, safe and a high quality place to live and work. Ensuring that Council stays the course in challenging unconstitutional and discriminatory laws passed by the state to protect our Council size and its LGBTQ+ citizens. Modernize our infrastructure to keep up with Nashville's growth. operations. So I thought, Well of course good things like this happen. - PURCHASING POLICIES AND Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) | City of Shelby I live in West Meade, and I want to respond to my neighbors in my district when they need help. I have a vision to create a Downtown Hermitage in my first term. My community stepped up for me when I was a kid and now it's time for me to do my part. Increased density and impervious surfaces have altered water flow, and I fear flooding in our future if action is not taken. We simply cannot make good choices unless we are fully informed. For further information on my platform, visit huffmanformetro.com/priorities, Ensure that economic development is equitable throughout District 15, Renovating and investing in areas that need revitalization. A lot of people run against things, but Im running for District 21, and for the community that I serve. The Shelby County Registers Office is presenting data collected from various government offices for general, informational purposes only. Hear more Tennessee Voices:Get the weekly opinion newsletter for insightful and thought provoking columns. They want better and more consistent communication from their representative. Property standards and community amenities. As I begin my new term in office, I have three top priorities that I believe are critical to the future success of our community. Degree in Business Administration. I have a trackrecord of successful achievement of revenue and profitability targets for more than 20 years of sales experience in highly competitive industries. I was reminded of recent summers when our neighborhood would experience brownouts from the strain of powering all of the air conditioners of the rapidly increasing number of residents. Adoption of an Updated Community Character Plan with a review of all inactive SPs. Financial support for education employees and the public schools. We have the opportunity to do a really great job as a community and a city but we need to make sure the projects are developed in a well-rounded way and that we support the growth we have already sustained. Safety and funding for necessary community initiatives when their funding is at risk. I see the role access to affordable housing can play in addressing the displacement of Black and working-class families. And as I talk with more people in our district, my issues will expand and evolve because I am not running to only represent me, I am running to represent our entire council district. But with our growth and success come challenges that must be addressed, including worsening traffic congestion, growing threats to public safety, and added pressure on our schools. As a 7th generation Davidson Country resident, I am heartbroken about the direction our city has taken. I have served on the Chamber's Report Card Committee, NAZA Executive Leadership and am currently Chair of the Mayors Task Force on Youth Career Exploration to identify summer programming options that provide our youth greater exposure to career paths and provide comprehensive skills such as financial management. When a derecho storm shut power for days, I was going up and down the streets in our area to locate NES workers to get updates on repairs, and delivered food to elderly who could not use the food in their refrigerators. Councilman District 23- for 2019-2023 Metro Nashville Council: Committees include chair of the Human Services Committee, Education Committee, Budget Finance, Homeless Oversight chair, Chair Mayors Task Force on Youth Career Exploration. So this District is my communityand my family. We need better, safer options to get around. I am the person for this responsibility. In a town that feels like the folks who run things only care about skylines and stadiums, its time normal citizens remind them we care more about schools, services, and small businesses. The people are like me. Local elections matter! Develop strategies to reduce current deficit. My first priority is creating awareness for our community. I am a people person and know how to keep calm and level-headed in times of crisis. As a current Nashville City Councilmember, I have built a network of Nashvilles leaders while creating public policy for over 20,000 constituents and over 700,000 Nashvillians. Sign up for Latino Tennessee Voices newsletter:Read compelling stories for and with the Latino community in Tennessee. Common: An area within a town house development held in common ownership by the respective town house owners, having a width of not less than thirty (30) and serving one or more of the Nashville is in my blood. What are the actual possibilities for the development in and around our neighborhood? Additionally, ensuring the safety of our community requires providing proper support to our police department. Several buildings were slated for demolition, and the entire neighborhood was destined to become Nashville's industrial dumping grounds. Also, I will work to advance local and regional transit initiatives to address traffic congestion and growth in our city, and work to garner more affordable housing for working, middle class families. One, is the neighborhood aspect. It is my honor to be considered to make Bellevue the best it can be. I aim to foster a strong and supportive community, it's crucial to prioritize active listening and open communication. I'm ready to be "an upperclassman" and take a bigger leadership role in guiding the Council. Cut wasteful spending, fix the pot holes, and vote against property tax increases. Because while my family has been displaced, I was welcomed back to District 21 through the Affordable Housing program. I am running for a second term to continue to be quality of life issues. I love this city and have the skills to collaborate in crafting solutions that will help all Nashville residents thrive and position our city for the bright and sustainable future I know we can have. This city, the mayor, and the Metro Council all have a lot of work to do so that the issues in this city are not piled onto the already stressful lives of everyday Nashvillians. I believe with my leadership skills and my ability to bring people together, I can get a lot of things accomplished for the city that will affect everyone's daily life in a positive way. How did we not see this problem coming? It's just a great feeling. Overall I am enjoying the opportunity to listen to and give back to my community. I have spent my career standing up for the people of Nashville in court and I will continue to do so in the Council Chamber. Our neighborhoods have been desperately asking for traffic calming, better sidewalks, and more bikeways. This includes working with local businesses and educational institutions to create job training programs, apprenticeships, and other opportunities that will give our residents the tools they need to build successful careers. Our neighborhoods have been neglected by the city government for far too long. I'm not just talking about band-aid solutions - I'm talking about real, systemic change that will improve the lives of everyone who calls this place home. New developments, funding for necessary community organizations, and how we handle the onslaught of bills from the state. Someone needs to stand up for the people here. Our neighborhood should be able to allow teachers to live where they teach, and it doesnt do that anymore. As the next council member for District 29 I am focused on keeping Nashville affordable, expanding and improving city services and increasing the pay of our city workers, teachers and first responders. Why were we not warned of this possibility? Throughout my time here, I have prioritized building bridges and deepening community. Like everyone who lives here, I am deeply in love with this community. Counties & Cities of Tennessee Code of Federal Regulations Shelby County This involves engaging in meaningful conversations with community members prior to passing any decisions or policies. Because of the work weve done together, our district is starting to see improvements and I believe there is still much more work we can to do improve the quality of life for our community and the city and that is why Ive seeking a second term. I still believe that the most important work in community building is bringing together people of different backgrounds and opinions to give voice to our common, underlying values. Increased funding will also allow for additional Crisis Intervention Officers to ensure that our patrol officers are focused in the right areas. Shelby County, Tennessee - Code of Ordinances; Chapter 2 - ADMINISTRATION; ARTICLE IV. Property data, maps, transactions, and parcels reflect The Council member serves a unique role as someone who can align all the competing interests to deliver those good outcomes. Its an inevitable outcome of a growing city!Boy was I wrong- after working for nearly 10 years for a better city, I realize that good policy decisions and project outcomes are not inevitable. Code of Ordinances | Shelby County, TN | Municode Library 2017 to Present President of Rethink Public Strategies2014 to 2017 Public policy director of Tennessee Bar Association2014 Campaign manager of Tennessee Fair Courts campaign and for Supreme Court Justices Clark, Lee and Wade2010 to 2014 -- Vice president of CivicPoint, the government relations affiliate of Nashville law firm Frost Brown Todd LLP2007 to 2010 Legislative liaison for Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and for Governor Phil Bredesens administration2005 to 2007 Research analyst for Senate Environment, Conservation and Tourism Committee for Tennessee General Assembly2003 to 2005 Chief of staff for Sen. Tommy Kilby, Tennessee General Assembly2002 Intern and temporary staff for U.S. House of Representatives1999 to 2003 Co-Founder and Co-Director of Appalachian Food Pantry. When I ran for office in 2019, it was so I could give a voice in the government for my neighborhood, and to make good policy for the city. If we do not answer these questions before we outgrow our infrastructure, we will suffer the consequences. I want to be an advocate for our public safety services - the fire and police departments. Parts of the neighborhood are still called the Joseph L. Herndon Subdivision on the parcel maps, and my brother, Elliott, shares his name with The Elliott School on 6th & Madison, where my mother resides today. What are your top 2 to 3 priorities for your new (or next) term in office? I am running because District 21 needs an organizer and fighter willing to put people over profit. Zoning and Subdivision Administration | DEVELOP 901 As a community supporter, a non-profit leader and legal professional with a background in government, policy work, and civic engagement I will use the experience to continue to better serve my community - and the residents of District 17. Code of Ordinances PART I - CHARTER ARTICLE VI. I will host regular community meetings and town halls to rebuild District 21. Creating community-focused economic opportunities. We are hardworking people who deserve to have a say in the direction of this city. I met my life long friends here. As for the entire city, affordable housing and transit remains a priority. I will work to ensure that all residents enjoy the highest quality of life. Reinvesting revenue from downtown back into our communities: road upgrades, sidewalks, greenspaces, community services, public safety. I care about my neighbors, neighborhood, and city. I bring to the table an understanding of our history, which reflects on the past, experience within our thriving business community, as well as advocating for compassionate causes that benefit all in our community. Nashville has had immense growth over the last 10 years. Hotel experiences include the Downtown Chicago Marriott, Marina del Rey Marriott, Anaheim Marriott, Irvine Marriott. Work with the Planning Commission to review zoning in Green Hills in order to allow for responsible growth and to preserve the Green Hills charm that people love. We can save lives by ensuring crosswalks are properly marked, sidewalks are available for pedestrians to safely move around our community, implementing traffic calming measures, and build bus shelters. Collaborative community engagement building on past achievements as we look to the future needs of Bellevue. My parents, brother, sister-in-law, and nieces also live in Nashville. To address the many problems of the district and improve quality of life for our constituents. I believe we can do this while preserving the charm of Green Hills that has made our community so attractive for so long. Whether the issue is getting stop signs, on-time trash collection, the appropriate green stormwater infrastructure, and community benefits from a nearby rezoning, our neighbors deserve a champion that puts their nose to the grindstone on these issues. As a lifelong public servant, I have seen firsthand the power of dedicated representation to create meaningful change and drive progress for the betterment of all citizens. We are 50,000 housing units under what is needed to serve this city, and that has to change. Im running to help preserve and build upon what makes Donelson, Pennington Bend, and City Side a uniquely good place for families, businesses, and visitors. Code of Ordinances, Shelby County - eLaws Each of these items take time to correct and to move them forward, and we will need not only my experience as a Councilmember but the assistance of the community as we work to see these priorities through. Matters like property taxes, homelessness and development, stadiums and traffic are critical as we grow. Our citizens need to feel as if they are protected. Advocate for measures that improve traffic flow and public safety, both on and off our streets. Yet, I also know how public education and community resources can give Black boys dealing with the impact of systemic racism the tools that we need to become the leaders that fight for racial and economic justice. We need to ramp up recruitment and fill the ranks. A successful city has excellent schools and opportunities for its youth. I already publish a weekly newsletter and hold meetings. ORD. - Shelby County, TN - Official Website It has boomed so much that going out for seafood no longer means having catfish. Planting trees provides shade and mitigates stormwater. We are not endorsing in the Aug. 3 municipal elections. I am running to represent our district at City Hall because our voices matter - all of our voices. If you are elected (or re-elected), what are your top 2 to 3 priorities for your new (or next) term in office? I will work with the State toconnect Bells Bend and Beamon Parks. Infrastructure and environmental improvements in the Southeast. Director of Hospitality & Tourism- Nashville State Community College, August 2022 to current. These are areas that we must move the needle on in the coming term. Im running for re-election to make sure an experienced, pragmatic voice is in the room to make sure results are being delivered for the residents of Davidson County. Open or Surface Burning Rules and Regulations. This is momentum that I want to keep going. 2015-2022, General Manager for 18 years (2002-2021): Holiday Inn Vanderbilt (InterContinental Hotels Group), responsible for staffing, budgets, financial projections, marketing, sales and capital improvement. Collaborating with the Nashville School Board is necessary to enhance safety measures for our school children and employees. I promise to listen to community members, and I will foster strong relationships with other Councilmen and with State officials for our communities. Starting pay for officers must increase so that MNPD can continue to recruit top talent. Ill seek to create a standing committee for State & Local Government Relations, which will provide more support and accountability than we currently receive from the Mayors office. Shelby County, Tennessee Zoning Maps and Codes | ZoningPoint The main reason Im running for this office is because the local government is where the rubber meets the road and the decisions made by the Metro Council often directly affect the lives of Nashvillians.
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