Candidate for Jacksonville City Mayor in 2023 Florida Primary Election.
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Get StartedI will work with the sheriff on a budget that includes “old fashion” policing that is a mix of engaging the community and using technological advances. We must have a strong multi-disciplined crime & safety commission that is data driven, beyond program review and sprinkle funding. More partnerships among and between community organizations focused on prevention, intervention and mental health is how we get to our community feeling safer. Learn more
We should embrace this awesome dynamic while making sure the city makes its contributory payments for indigent care, particularly since our state refuses to expand Medicaid which would be financially beneficial to the bottom line of our city finances. Learn more
As Mayor, I will look towards revitalization of area neighborhoods as a way of increasing housing stock. Securing funds from state, federal and national nonprofit sources to aid in packaging low interest loans, to change impossible to possible for individuals and families to have affordable housing options is mission critical. Learn more
I believe that similarly situated neighborhoods in need of infrastructure and/or beautification projects can be bundled in a manner that getting them done is fair and costs are lessened. As Mayor, I intend to explore this possibility. Learn more
My experience in transportation, tourism and economic development makes me keenly aware that we must be more than a pass thru city and our tourism driver “Visit Jacksonville” should be funded in a way that increases tourism dollars that make it into our budget. Our culture venues add value to our city, and we should fund them as such. Learn more
As mayor I will impress upon city council to include a social impact statement on legislation that comes before the body so there is full understanding of the good or detriment to the quality of life of those who have to live with the end result. Our city business partnerships should be focused on what is the absolute best return on investment for taxpayers in the long and short term and include civic engagement and job numbers that reflect majority hiring of Jacksonville residents. Learn more
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