I did support the walkout and am proud to be a St. Paul Federation of Educators-endorsed candidate. One of our other pressing issues is the hiring and retention of Black, Brown and Indigenous teachers. As mayor, I will support both the St. Paul Police Department and the reforms necessary to improve criminal justice outcomes. We now have various offices that have been deemed as a conflict of interest and we believe that transparency is not being upheld at the city and county level, by way of merged family units controlling our city. I work as a financial aid counselor. Strategic investments must be made so that our spending is in alignment with what taxpayers expect and this includes infrastructure maintenance and bricks-and-mortar projects. As our community continues to engage in conversations on the benefits and challenges of implementing such a tool, I'll continue working through my extensive due diligence to assess the many impacts rent stabilization will have on our fair and affordable housing goals, alongside our ongoing response to the housing crisis. I will vote "no" on the ballot question. 2 selection in ranked-choice voting, Rev. This of course is important, but we have the opportunity now to create a system where our goal is to have children fall in love with learning and education, which one could easily see an outcome being that our students will experience educational growth. I would like to change the culture of our politics in our city of St. Paul by restructuring. Lisa Clemons Minneapolis Community Activist. I was pleased to see substantial allocations for targeted student services and mental health and social-emotional learning. The mayor has an important role in working with the private sector to assist in the development and redevelopment of the riverfront and under-utilized areas. Elected to three terms on the St. Paul City Council and one term on the Ramsey County Board. All of this and more form a body of work in St. Paul that we achieved together over the last three years, and is vital to the success of all our residents. He finished in a distant ninth place, winning only 5% of the vote and barely registering as an electoral afterthought. 801 N 1st St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-753-9000. Cities rarely stay the same, and as innovation and progression often take the lead in society, we must make sure we stay current so we don't get left behind. A curfew allows us to reduce crime, identify our youth that may need protective services, counseling or access to resources. After graduating in 2016, I've stayed involved and active in district-related issues and have been an advocate for initiatives ranging from increasing culturally relevant curriculum to strategies for increasing enrollment and retention. We must rise to the challenge of a new level of the work in the district and identify more ways in which to engage with families. CHICAGO When Paul Vallas ran for mayor of Chicago four years ago, it did not go well. In other words reduced availability of rental housing for working families and increased housing prices. Today, SPPS is over 70% students of color. Finally, districts like ours have struggled with chronic underfunding for years. Previous administrations have neglected infrastructure maintenance to fund their personal pet projects. Founder and CEO of Mentoring Young Adults for over 16 years. But most likely, this student needs routine, repetition and hands-on experience before they go on to college. COVID-19 disrupted students' lives for 18 months and continues into the present. Ten candidates filed for the election to replace Mayor Chris Coleman (D), who did not file for re-election because of his 2018 campaign for governor. 1. I believe we should put our students at the forefront of our budgetary decisions. Vallas said. As of June 28, 2020, SPPS was projecting a loss of 1,228 students. Reports of violent crime in St. Paul have increased since 2020. Since my first days as a City Council member, I've dedicated my work to that end, developing the ordinances that would go on to establish our Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity Department in St. Paul. This is why we need to risk some degree of gentrification, in order to improve our neighborhoods. The citizens assess the danger and appropriate staff is sent. For example, disincentives for new construction and for timely maintenance. I would like to see us reduce class sizes, invest in mental health support staff, support the arts in all of our schools and work to make certain that our curriculum reflects the lived experiences of all of our students. I am a 30-plus-year professional educator, social worker and active community member. I did support the walkout. For large building projects, the city can offer bonds to fund it. Over the last year, I have proven that I can do all this work. Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas takes a photo with a supporter during his election night party at Recess, located at 838 W. Kinzie St., Tuesday on Feb. 28, 2023. By combining some of the current offices and duties, we would be able to reduce city funding and spending. These often include affordable housing, homelessness, road maintenance, infrastructure, mental health and other issues. One path SPPS has taken that I believe we should continue to support are partnerships like the Hmong Parents Advisory Council (HPAC), which provides not only a space for parents, students and educators to connect, but encourages the need for culturally relevant curriculum and practices for all of our students. I did not support the walk out and am deeply disappointed to see its unnecessary and continuing toll still on our students, staff and community. Paul presents St. Paul Mayoral Candidate Forum, October 24, 2013 "In our first 90 days" will be my initiative to speak with citizens as openly as possible in public and on the city's website about: what is working and what is not working in St. Paul, and how do we fix what is not working? 3. The latest Chicago mayoral poll shows a tight race between candidates Lori Lightfoot, Jesus "Chuy" Garcia and Paul Vallas ahead of Election Day. Candidates are running to fill one two-year seat. These credits provide incentives for students to go on to college. We are listening to what the community and families want and actively assessing all school programs to ensure each offers a well-rounded, world-class education. Worked for the city of Phoenix for four years and the state of Arizona for four years. I'd like to see a robust partnership between SPPS and colleges, employers, organizations and institutions that can provide direct opportunities for students who were impacted by COVID-19. As a board member I will continue to support staff and listen to them. It simply means that our student population is finite and therefore a system of never-ending school openings does not make common sense. Without new investment, the opposite happens. As stated above we need equitable elementary schools, that is the starting point. Our English language learners make our classrooms, schools and community richer, and we should value them for such. However, I would like to see us consider how we can use some of this funding as a bridge to help redirect existing resources to services we know have been needed but have been unable to provide. First, I would reduce the number of staff that is on the city administrative team starting with the mayor's office. The mayor's office has a unique opportunity to intervene in this cycle. I believe our schools should meet the individual needs of all of our students and set them up for success whatever success means for them. Our new five-year Capital Improvement Budget strategy will leverage record-low interest rates, with an investment of more than $32.2 million over the next two years to launch capital projects at the Hamline Midway Library, the North End Community Center and Fire Station 7. Poverty and deep disparities that too many of our residents find themselves stuck in is the most pressing issue our city faces. While I continue to work my way across this entire city since Feb. 25, I have occasion to ask people: If you owned a home or a building and were selling it or renting it out, would you want City Hall to tell you the prices you can charge? Chicago Sun-Times. A charter school moratorium. Outside SPPS, I have extensive experience in board governance and community engagement involving organizations and institutions of various sizes. More city staff cross-training will be administered immediately so that all areas are covered. I have been involved in many volunteer projects to help others and particular causes and in civic affairs to help better St. Paul. Mayoral hopeful Paul Vallas brings complicated Chicago Public Schools legacy. We are identifying and expanding our work with diverse community partners, intentionally seeking them out in areas we identify needs. With a number of major development projects planned or underway including the former Ford plant, Hillcrest Golf Club and Boys Totem Town St. Paul is on the brink of some rare opportunities to shape the future of the city's economy and housing market. That's why it's so crucial that we utilize American Rescue Plan funding to address the massive impact of COVID-19 and to fund the services for which our students and families have advocated. The amount of staff and exemption cases from landlords that the city deals with is dependent on the cap. Misconduct/crime on public transit has become commonplace. Former Chicago schools CEO Paul Vallas and Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson advanced to an April runoff Tuesday in the nine-way Chicago mayoral contest, bringing to a close the historic and tumultuous reign of Mayor Lori Lightfoot. "Well, first of all, I really have to laugh at that!" There will also be clear, concise and frank discussions about how do we ensure reuse of the Ford plant site and Hillcrest and Totem Town, among other potential development sites, can proceed in the best and highest uses possible for all involved. Endorsements: DFL Environmental Caucus, Friends of Lake Hiawatha, MN350 Action Other candidates running for mayor include AJ Awed, Bob Carney, St. Paul, MN 55114 (651) 641-6199. We need to prioritize exploring measures that emphasize audio and video engagement, liaisons for language and cultural communities, and more robust English language learner programming. However, I am concerned about the lack of additional investments in restorative justice practices as a way of building equitable classrooms and spaces for students and the limits of short-term funding over long-term solutions. A public safety leader with experience in emergency management, incident command, threat prevention and mitigation, and community partnerships. As mayor, I will leverage community partnerships to empower all youth in our community to make positive life choices that will foster personal development into productive and contributing members of society. My children and I walked the picket lines and marched to 360. Campaign Finance. We must also be intentional about supporting ELL staff. Feb 27, 2023, 7:44am PST. We must align the budget and resources to meet those goals and do the work of engaging the SPPS community in ongoing conversations to have positive student outcomes for all children in SPPS. Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas, who served as the first CEO of Chicago Public Schools, faces scrutiny for his decisions to forgo payments to the pension fund and hand out harsh probations for underperforming schools. Johnson has enjoyed solid fundraising but still lags behind some of his more established competitors. What are the most pressing public safety issues in St. Paul, and how would you address them? No. WebBoth Minneapolis and St. Paul will elect mayors in ranked choice voting and also consider ballot questions that could shape the future of both cities. I would review, then prioritize building maintenance based on safety issues. WebPaul Langenfeld, personal care attendant and former vice president of the Highland Park district council; Abu Nayeem, data analyst and community organizer; Scott Evans Wergin, Oct. 25ST. Rather than issuing a loophole-ridden mandate upon landlords, it would be more effective for the city (and nonprofit charities) to work directly with financially vulnerable families who require rental assistance using a form of government-provided rent/social insurance. Elected Official Information. New investment brings with it more (not less) economic opportunity for those who need it most. Labor strikes are the last thing any of us want, including our bargaining units. There are over 34,000 students and over 3,000 employees in SPPS. I brought breakfast for striking workers and joined them on the picket line every morning. School board members that are elected on Nov. 2 will be thrust into major long- and short-term decisions and policymaking around the Envision SPPS initiative, which focuses on the potential merging, combining and closing of programs and schools. Continuing to create a pipeline of success for staff of color is crucial. Low-income renters (likely people of color) are being displaced by wealthier homeowners (likely white) that may not live in the neighborhood. Minneapolis Park Board At-Large. I bring a balance of professional and personal experience to the board, always putting children first. I am the co-owner of a small residential remodeling company that operates in St. Paul and beyond. No. The mayor has an obligation to ensure staffing and resources are provided to keep the city safe and support the necessary reforms. What other issues are the most pressing in St. Paul Public Schools, and what would you do about them. Six takeaways from the latest Minneapolis campaign finance reports, Oct. 29, 2021. 8, 2020, at 12:46 PM. Tom Tunney, but he also faced a huge amount I would like to build a digital community network platform to make it easier for citizens to interact and assess this information. A new poll, conducted just days before Tuesdays election, shows former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas expanding his lead in the citys mayoral race, with three Based on past performance, government "good intentions" have a predictable history of contradictory consequences. All words and opinions are candidates' own. Early voting began Sept. 17 and Election Day is Nov. 2. Further, local politicians for years have found ways to squander rare opportunities presented to St. Paul. The risk of gentrification should not stop us from making more housing, including affordable housing, for more residents. I have personally lived in low-income areas and understand firsthand the negative impact that poverty has on quality of life. The biggest tool to increase housing and development are changes in ordinance to permit multi-unit housing. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how great an impact our educators, school buildings and community have on our students. We also need to work more intentionally to reach out to our immigrant and English language learner communities whenever we conduct the surveys that inform our decisions. We must communicate better: We created an interactive online space for better transparency. Officers being stressed can lead to critical errors and poor interactions with citizens. Pandemic response team, mental health teams, special education services, school building safety, teacher and teaching assistant sign-on bonuses. 2018 See also: Municipal elections in St. Paul, Minnesota (2018) The city of St. Paul, Minnesota, held a special election for the Ward 4 seat on the city council on August 14, 2018. WebWelcome to the Saint Paul DFL 2023 Saint Paul Caucus & Convention Dates Are Official The 2023 Saint Paul DFL Caucus and Convention dates are public and official! Web2023 Chicago mayoral election 2019 February 28, 2023 (first round) April 4, 2023 (runoff) 2027 Candidate Paul Vallas Brandon Johnson Lori Lightfoot First round 172,093 33.77% 103,387 20.29% 86,952 17.06% Runoff TBD TBD Eliminated Candidate Chuy Garca Willie Wilson First round 70,006 13.74% 48,658 9.55% Runoff Eliminated Eliminated First Among the many strategies our city can engage in to support this vision, the prospect of developing rent stabilization for our residents is intriguing. The cap should protect renters from excessive rent increases, which can be set at the 90% percentile of rent increase so the city can prepare appropriate staff and protect renters from extreme rent increases. Chicago mayoral candidates, top row, from left: State Rep. Kam Buckner, U.S. Rep. Jess "Chuy" Garca, activist Ja'Mal Green. For projects underway, legally, they would have been vetted and negotiated by the current mayor and his administration through a publicly transparent approval process. Ongoing programmatic evaluation, examination of building capacity (also in line with a holistic review of the Facilities Master Plan and the Envision SPPS initiative) and Superintendent Gothard's strategic plan (especially tenets directly related to enrollment) must be analyzed and evaluated on an ongoing basis in order to reverse the trend of declining enrollment as soon as possible. St. Paul should have a chance to be a regional leader in economic growth and job creation. 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