I'm proud of the work our City Council has done in lowering our property taxes over the last 7 years. Voter data is deleted after. I like multi-use development that includes housing and retail business, good for our tax base. This results in some schools in the northern part of the city being far more resourced than the southern part of the city, for example. Those students who need a smaller setting that has a philosophy of different learning styles, and focus on social development and diversity offer choices to parents. I will also work with neighborhoods to discuss how to keep the houses safe. This will allow families to compare the educational opportunities / scores of school choice options in an apples-to-apples manner. District officials and our city government should collaborate to better serve all of Carrollton. This is the primary area of the Citys infrastructure that does not meet expectations of the environmental dimension in its quality of life persona. In my view, it would be helpful to have more city-sponsored opportunities for neighbors to get to know each other through things like group community service projects, mentoring programs, tutoring and language circles, and other events that develop bonding capital among neighborhoods, while cultivating bridging capital between those with different lived experiences. The City of Carrollton and the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD have partnered for years with other community members for the annual Martin Luther King Parade. Maguana Qualls Council Meetings are held the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month (EXCEPT Holidays) at City Hall, 750 Clay Street. Programs like these are taught to our. I've also been very involved with the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce, serving as their legal counsel for a short period. Front Row from Left: Deputy Mayor Angie Fryman, Mayor Jeff Sanner, Councilmember Jill Tomlin. Originally, I bought a condo in order to afford to live in this great city. As a City Council Member, I would continue to promote the vast assets and amenities of our city, and make balanced decisions that encourage economic and population growth in the most sustainable way possible. It speaks for itself that we contribute to the success of the Greater Metroplex by seeking out entertainment and sports venues, shopping and restaurants accessible by rail. Regionalism supports individual communities while allowing those communities to thrive on the success of the communities around them. A wide variety of housing choices shows that our community welcomes and embraces diversity and truly wants to be a city for everyone. I will consider input from staff and the public while considering the property owner / developer's request. I hold our first responders in high regard for the work they do to keep Carrollton safe. *Sponsor of the Earth Club at Hebron High School 2 years currently, -City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission-ACLU committees in Raleigh, North Carolina-Through YWCA Triangle Racial Justice Initiative, planned and partnered events such as Driving While Black and Brown on racial profiling in partnership with local police departments; North Carolina Symphonys Eulogy for a Dream composed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King; expansion of the community-based dialogue program Study Circles on Race and Ethnic Relations -Participation in Fort Worth Black Chamber of Commerce Paths Forward program -College and University Professional Association for Human Resources Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee-Society of Human Resource Managers-Public Relations Society of America-The Ujimaa Group, - CFBISD Board Member - 2005-2020, Board President for 4 years- Master Trustee - Leadership TASB - Texas Association of School Boards- Board Member - American Society of Civil Engineers - 2016-2019 - representing Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Mexico - Past President - Texas Section of American Society of Civil Engineers - 2007-2008- PTA Life Member - Blalack Middle School-PTA officer - varying positions while our chidren were at Kent and Blalack- Creekview High School Band Booster Club - Treasurer -Girl Scout Leader- Leadership Metrocrest - Class 2001-2002 (Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce)- Leadership TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Class 19- Award of Honor - Texas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers- Chair - North Central Texas Council of Governments - Surface Transportation Technical Committee, *Metrocrest Services Volunteer for over 20 years - food bank, school supply distribution, thrift store, Santa helper, painting houses, at the Christmas store, individual fundraising events like 10Ks and Greek Food Festival*Villages of Greenway Park HOA - Board member for 4 years, Social Committee member (organized HOA family events but also organized food, clothing, and school supply collections), volunteer hours for the Neighborhood Enhancement Matching Grant Program (NEMGP) through the Carrollton Neighborhood Partnership office*Building Leadership Team at Hebron High School for 2 years a voted position*The Big Event sponsored by Lewisville Independent School District this only ran for two years one year we went to house of an elderly disabled couple and cleaned their entire front and back yard and the other year we cleaned up trash along the Trinity river*Volunteer at the Union Mission Gospel*Many other volunteering opportunities as they arose, City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission, Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Board of Trustees - 2005-2020, Texas House of Representatives - HD 65 - 2020- not elected. We can do events in parks all over Carrollton to make sure residents know each other. Jeff Dickow Deidra Hays . Get the latest Allen sports delivered to your inbox every week. With support and engagement of surrounding municipalities, we can attract both businesses and residents that support and seek to engage with our community building practices. Concrete was ordered from batch plants which were open all night for this project and the concrete deck was poured while continuing inspection and testing all night. However, now that the seat is open, Id like to also excel in representing this community that I intend to reside in for the rest of my life. (214) 390-5715, Web site: The process in Dallas County started slower but is working better now and soon any resident of Carrollton seeking a vaccine should be able to have received one soon. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. I am a life-long resident of Dallas County, having lived in different parts of the county. Town of Carrollton - 206 W Washington St, - Carrollton, MO 64633 . Daisy Palomo | Candidate for Carrollton City Council, Place 6 DAYS UNTIL VOTING DAY Early Voting begins April 24 - May 2 ELECTION DAY, MAY 6TH : : : Days Hours Minutes Seconds EARLY VOTING Schedule: 4/24 MONDAY - 4/28 FRIDAY 8am-5pm 4/29 SATURDAY 7am-7pm 4/30 SUNDAY 12pm-6pm 5/1 MONDAY - 5/2 TUESDAY 7am-7pm Make sure to visit We will have the Silver Line that goes to DFW Airport and to Plano. The City of Carrollton has followed the mask and social distancing guidelines and implemented policies for staff and council to reduce risk of spread during the pandemic, including Council meetings. The school options in Carrollton are many and within each school, there are more options to meet the needs of students regarding academics, athletics, fine arts, special needs, College and career readiness, etc., Carrollton is located close to many work destinations and airports along with easy access to transit. The City of Carrollton has maintained the website with the latest information on Covid 19 and vaccination opportunities. It is important for community to have diverse housing options and Carrollton does. Answer not available, Facebook: I favor the addition of lower-cost condominiums for those who need starter homes or affordable housing. City Council Contact Information Agendas Resolutions Ordinances Council Minutes City Videos City Charter Plaza of Fame Mayor's Court Boards & Commissions. They provide a much-needed environment in the education of those students who are not a good fit for larger public schools. Because I am passionate about facilitating opportunity expansion, intentional inclusion, and equity-mindedness in any context or environment with which I work. I have talked about DARTs passenger rail stations in Carrollton. We want to promote and add to the events that we have at Elm Fork Nature Preserve, the activities such as 5K and festivals in our parks. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended May 1, 2021. IMPORTANT: All entities will ask for identification information of the deceased individual which may include: As a CFBISD board member, we sought interested voters that represented minority populations to seek office on the Board and after adopting cumulative voting, we observed it accomplished the desired results. I want to make sure that the city is promoting qualified candidates from within as well as looking for candidates from sources such as historically black colleges, local churches that cater to Latinos, Koreans, and other ethnicities, and any other way that we can make sure that our city government looks like our city. Address, Phone Number, and Fax Number for Carrollton City Hall, a Town & City Hall, at Bradley Street, Carrollton GA. Name Carrollton City Hall Address 315 Bradley Street Carrollton, Georgia, 30117 Phone 770-830-2000 Fax 419-683-3665 Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is an above average school district but needs to continue working to improve. Answer not available, Address: Vote Nancy Cline Community Volunteer, Experienced Leader, Knowledgeable Civil Engineer, CFB School Board Trustee, Military Wife, and Mother. Even then, over a 1,000 single family homes have been built in the last 4 years along with multifamily options in transit-oriented districts (TOD). Carrollton currently has three charter schools. This data is not readily available to the public today. in Architecture from the University of Texas - Arlington in 1973. Success! This is the first time I have sought a public office. We have the A-train that goes to Denton. Our residents can travel to Dallas, Ft. Worth and Denton easily via DART rail and we do. I feel I can assist with the challenges facing city government. We have a historic downtown square (walking distance from DART station) for which I will work hard to attract new business and revitalize this important asset for our community, thus making this a popular destination for local and out-of-town traffic. I have experience listening to residents, businesses, staff and helping ensure the policies and priorities reflect our community's needs. A lot of charter schools were started by parents and community organizers to address what was perceived to be specific problems or to fill a void with the local school systems. We have a wonderful parks system. Get the latest Mesquite sports delivered to your inbox every week. Such diversity remains beneficial for both children and adults to be socialized in diverse environments and recognizing the gifts of differing perspectives. Carrollton resident Daisy Paloma filed to run for the Place 6 spot on the council. www.facebook.com/NancyClineforCarollton/, Twitter: Carrollton has been a long-time member and supporter of DART.Carrollton also has a stable housing stock that has been relatively affordable compared to some of our neighboring communities.There are many examples of joint efforts with neighboring communities. For questions regarding candidates and races covered here, please email us at editorialboard@dallasnews.com. Going forward, we need to adopt and maintain policies that produce equitable outcomes for everyone. The city council followed the guidelines set forth by the county. As a social justice practitioner I really appreciate this question. We, as a community need to learn to be comfortable with being uncomfortable when discussing and solving racial issues. I served on the DART Design Advisory Committee for the downtown Silverline station. City Council . We are an incredibly safe city. This partnership shares resources in order to make delivery of services more efficient. Carrollton City Council Place 1: Covers northeast section of the city Sem Habtemariam Sammy Isaiah Steve Babick (incumbent and Mayor Pro Tem) Place 5: Covers northwest section of the city. Share with Us. Voter data is deleted after every election, according to our voter data policy. It will attract and keep a young professional workforce in our community. As the suburbs grow, we will be a hub. Any resident of Carrollton could also register for the vaccine in Collin and even Tarrant County. 1003 Oxfordshire Drive, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: We had very slow internet, and we wanted high speed internet. Also, throughout the pandemic, Carrollton offered food and water stations and delivery to homebound citizens. I have lived in Carrollton for over a decade. Davis Bacon or Prevailing Wage DOES NOT APPLY. I will recommend that the City increase the budget for police overtime so that there can be more patrols for these areas. Don't knowingly lie about anyone The Citys demographics are changing: Carrollton is currently 33% Hispanic/Latinx; 15% Asian, and 8% African American, with a median age of 36. - American Society of Civil Engineers - Corresponding Member for Committee on Sustainability - Board of Trustees - Aldersgate UMC. There are fifty-four units in my condominium complex, and they are individually owned. I want to continue that trend. I want to see Carrollton continue to grow and thrive. As a self-identified social change agent - not to be confused with the derogatory moniker social justice warrior implying one is looking for a fight - I seek to apply diversity, equity, inclusion, and access principles to governance. Jim Doyle. Polter and Sung both currently serve on the council in Place 2 and Place 6, respectively. We have an amazing Senior Center for fitness, crafts, events, lunches and more, taking care of the needs of our over 50 population. - Civil Engineering - Texas A&M University, M.Eng. We need to be proactive about making sure that we have good roads, good parks, and amenities that both make Carrollton attractive and prepare us for the future. I will attend Chamber events and participate in other opportunities to promote the family friendly, welcoming nature and benefits of Carrollton. The single greatest aspect of Carrollton is the shared sense of community. I worked as a staff member in the City of Carrollton from 1999 to 2005 as Division Manager for Civil Engineering and understand the responsibilities of staff as compared to a Councilperson who is one member of an elected team. Until signing up to run for the Carrollton City Council race, I was on the Neighborhood Advisory Commission. I will support the development of multi-family mixed-use housing for many reasons. As Carrollton becomes more diverse, more efforts are needed for the City of Carrollton to have intentionally inclusive policies, programs, and practices, and people who are willing to make decisions through the lens of equity-mindedness. I am a problem-solver with the ability to communicate on tough issues and get the parties together to resolve problems. The free event will take place at the Carrollton Senior Center in the Texas Ballroom. Our high school graduation rate is about 95% which is a major factor of consideration for companies looking to come to Carrollton. With local governments being hobbled by decision-making both in Austin and Washington DC, Carrollton must be creative in how we fund large projects. The greatest public safety concern I have heard is the visibility of the Carrollton Police on our streets. 63, Address: 3036 Silverado Drive, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph.. Clear skies. Answer not available, Age: The city council is responsible for establishing city policies, considering city resolutions and ordinances, appointing citizens to various city boards and commissions, adopting the city's Comprehensive Plan and annual budget, and approving or rejecting . Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Log in to add candidates to your sample ballot, Age: Carrolltons greatest asset is the quality of life it affords its diverse residents. Live, dine, work, play Carrollton: Savannah Hoffman Designs is a dream come true for two sisters, Improvement paves way for state tournament berth for Creekviews Rubalcado, Third time's a charm, as Hebron's defense locks down Plano in regional quarters, Art galleries, downtown events will keep Carrollton and Lewisville residents busy this week, Carrollton Police Department respond to thefts, burglaries last week. This system eliminates the need to go to several different sources to complete all the documentation and record keeping not only to best support the students, but as required by law. racist or sexually-oriented language. From my perspective, the City of Carrollton could benefit from more opportunities for residents of different backgrounds to engage with each other beyond Facebook groups - to build community through meaningful dialogue and perspective-taking. . As I knock on doors, I hear over and over again that what people like about Carrollton is their neighborhood and their neighbors. We have three DART passenger rail stations and we see development around those stations increasing. I would improve the walkability of neighborhoods by connecting houses to businesses and parks through a trail system. Daisy Palomo | Candidate for Carrollton City Council, Place 6, 4/24 Though I previously worked at a private school in North Carolina (primarily because they realized they needed an intentional diversity, equity, and inclusion effort), I am a huge proponent of equitable public school education. Be Nice. - and the medias depiction of them - are rooted in (whether intended or unintended by default) foundations of White supremacy, heteronormative perspectives, and those that reflect the majority (and often most advantaged) population. To lead and act with equity-mindedness requires resources to be distributed to public schools with the most need, and resources not necessarily be determined by the tax base of the immediate surrounding area. There has been a goal and a vision set out by prior and current council members to build and embrace a diverse community that offers opportunities and amenities for all. The mayor is elected for a two-year term, presides over the council, and votes only in case of a tie. We need to connect and commit to open conversations that build trust with others both within our community and outside of our community (we dont live in a bubble). www.facebook.com/AnnetteFORCarrolltonCityCouncilPlace5. City Council Members. I named it Rob's Ballet (named after Project Superintendent Rob because his staff would be doing the heavy lifting). I respect the past but have a vision for the future. For questions regarding candidates and races covered here, please email us at editorialboard@dallasnews.com. Back Row from Left: Councilmembers Rick Dobson, Rick Barnhart, Keith Tilton, Amanda Zennie. Get the latest McKinney sports delivered to your inbox every week. Carrollton is the best city in DFW to live and work, and I will explain that to new businesses. The greatest need of our community is the maintenance and improvement of an aging infrastructure with limited capital funds on a city that is almost built out. Our Parks and Rec Department maintains a adequate amount of family activities for fitness and sports, arts and education and events and we will continue to expand these. To stay informed on candidates for the May 6 election, visit the City of Carrolltons election page. I can attest to this point that the neighborhoods in Carrollton - in my experience as a Black woman - have not been as open to neighborhood friendships. I have lived and worked in Carrollton for a little over a decade. I have also recruited other community members to join me in awarding scholarships, and so far I have three sponsors for our annual awards ceremony. Use the 'Report' link on Get the latest Lewisville sports delivered to your inbox every week. I am committed to be prepared, research the background, listen to our community, participate in the discussion, and do the right thing for all concerned without personal consideration. Partnering with the City of Carrollton, two community HOA boards , we were able to resolve the problem in a cost effective permanent solution. I just bought a new townhouse in Country Place. @ShaniforPlace5, Facebook: If elected as a councilperson, I will review the land owners / developer's proposed development and not rule out any possible options. During the election, Carrollton residents will have the opportunity to cast their ballots for Mayor and At-Large Place 2, Place 4, and Place 6. I am used to working within a budget. Carrollton has small portions of the City, primarily near the DART rail stations that remain to be developed. City Council. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. - feel comfortable fully engaging with all the City has to offer. Carrollton is recognized across the country for our lean and efficient operations. I dont know what the right ratio is for our city. The NAC is responsible for reviewing and recommending plans and reports related to the Community Development Block Grant programs before submittal to the City Council for a public hearing and adoption. I understand the City Council (like the school board) operates as a whole body and one individual does not direct policy. While serving as President of Country Place HOA, we had an issue with an area of the creek passing through our community. What I believe public schools offer over charter schools is an education to a much greater diverse population. Shani Barrax Moore (Dellimore Barrax) Nancy Cline. I also have served on the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG)'s Surface Transportation Technical Committee including one year as Chair. Carrollton has small in-fill development areas remaining and some larger areas available for development, primarily near the Trinity Mills station. The highlight of my civic involvement every year is awarding the Dorotha Michelle Ocker leadership scholarships to local high school students looking to attend college. Box 117284, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: Under his leadership, the police departments culture is undergirded by engaging the community where they are, a tenant of Chief Millers philosophy. The City provides grants that may be applied for that HOA may use to enhance the neighborhood with signage, entry markers, or other improvements. My daughters and I attended the Black Lives Matter protest held in Carrollton in 2020. By the grace of God (and my parents and ancestors watching over me) I made it home safely. Carrollton should continue these development programs and consider others as different needs arise in the community. I intend to use these advantages to attract businesses and new residents. I want to keep Carrollton a "small town with a lot of people." VotePalomo Campaign. Place 2: Brianna Hinojosa-Smith (Incumbent) Raghib Majed Place 3: Don Carroll Meghan Shoemaker Davin Bernstein. The mayor should seek to inspire while working diligently to maintain and, where possible, enhance the quality of life of Carrollton's . It has been my privilege and honor to live in Carrollton and raise our children here since 1998. With a population of about 143,000, Carrolltons single greatest asset is its quality of life. My contributors are very active locally, know me personally, and represent the diversity of our community. MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC) TASC: Total Administrative Services Corporation is the City of Carrollton's COBRA/Retiree Health Insurance vendor. Accordingly, I think condos and townhomes are an integral part of growing Carrollton and attracting millennials, who now account for almost half of homebuyers. Now that the Governor has lifted the state mandates regarding the pandemic, Carrollton is approaching this with caution and safety for its residents. Our Law Enforcement is big part of why our numbers are low and people have a sense of security.
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