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From a structural perspective, many of Carrolltons roads and streets are in disrepair. As a social justice practitioner I really appreciate this question. 2023, The Dallas Morning News Inc. All Rights Reserved. Voter data is deleted after. FRIDAY 8am-5pm, 5/1 Though Carrolltons vaccination management shortcomings are not unique, opportunities for improvement are rooted in access and equity of vaccination protocol. Much of the infrastructure is approaching the end of its design life. This is my primary recommendation - that these voices be actively, and inclusively sought and engaged so that citizens are partners in progress with their local government. I will engage on Social media to promote the City of Carrollton. For technical questions about how to use this Voter Guide, please email us at Helpme@dallasnews.com. Also, throughout the pandemic, Carrollton offered food and water stations and delivery to homebound citizens. I am a life-long resident of Dallas County, having lived in different parts of the county. The City of Carrollton has a Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) that provides the opportunity for City Staff to work closely with Neighborhood leadership from across Carrollton. The City Council is made up of a mayor and seven councilmembers. There are four major well-maintained trail systems which are easily located on our Parks and Rec Trails App. 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. Carrollton is mostly built out. High density development in communities that have accessible transportation choices, mixed-use and mixed-income buildout, attractive design is a growing trend and a good one for our city to have. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. www.facebook.com/MichelleOCampaign, Twitter: Carrollton is a city in Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties in the U.S. state of Texas. I'm proud of the work our City Council has done in lowering our property taxes over the last 7 years. Get the latest McKinney sports delivered to your inbox every week. Carrollton is very proud of the sharing of police and fire services with Addison, Farmers Branch and Coppell. They provide a much-needed environment in the education of those students who are not a good fit for larger public schools. We need to scrutinize the policies and amenities currently in place to assure they are balanced and diverse. 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. I believe our city has a great central location that allows for commuting to most of the Metroplex in less than 45 minutes. My husband and I moved to Carrollton with our three children 22 years ago in 1998. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9140 or call toll free 866-632-9992 English or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (English Federal-relay) or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish . Carrollton is a beautiful city and I believe our infrastructure should reflect that as well. We are an incredibly safe city. Cristina Marsh . A wide variety of housing choices shows that our community welcomes and embraces diversity and truly wants to be a city for everyone. votenancycline.com, Age: www.facebook.com/ShaniForPlace5, Twitter: 1003 Oxfordshire Drive, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: Originally, I bought a condo in order to afford to live in this great city. awreese0501.wixsite.com/website, Twitter: Heres the Carrollton City Council candidates who have filed to run in the upcoming May 6 election, Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Address, Phone Number, and Hours for Carrollton City Hall, a Town & City Hall, at COURT Sq, Carrollton AL. 60, Address: Error! It must first begin with acts of acknowledgement and reconciliation. Great schools districts are the backbone of a wonderful suburb like Carrollton. Although I have been serving my community for several years, I am running for office to better serve the great citizens of Carrollton. We are fortunate to have a strong tax base of warehouses that provide a strong tax base to add to the significant amount of residential. However, full access to the opportunities for students at these schools are relative to their parent or guardians' ability to provide transportation for them, which can be difficult for even the most flexible work schedule. I agree with this and also include the city council in the training. That said, I dont think additional - or certainly as many - charter schools are needed if and when such considerations are enacted, including curriculum and instruction (inclusive of extracurricular activities) are responsive to the students and families being served, keeping community engagement as a priority. I will also work with neighborhoods to discuss how to keep the houses safe. Nancy Cline is Honored to be Endorsed By: Jeff Andonian Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Les Black President of CFBISD Board of Trustees, Glen Blanscet City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Linda Caldwell Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Lynn Chaffin Former CFBISD Board of Trustees, Randall Chrisman Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner- City of Carrollton, Former Chairman of DART, Pat Cochran City Councilperson City of Carrollton, John Denholm Vice chair Planning and Zoning Commission, Brian Farlow Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner, Howard Fisher Former CFBISD Board of Trustees, Bernie Francis Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Bob Garza Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, David Halloin Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner, Tim Hayden Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, former DART Board member, Maytelin Herrerra Former Park and Recreation Board Chair City of Carrollton, Bonnie Kaplan Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, John Mahalik Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, NTTA Chairman of the Board of Directors, Pat Malone Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Becky Miller Former Mayor City of Carrollton, Andrew Palacios City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Reverend Willie Rainwater Community Leader, Guillermo Ramos CFBISD Board of Trustees, Judy Scarmardo Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Peter Sharrow Former Traffic Advisory Committee Member City of Carrollton, Jack Stotz Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner City of Carrollton, Young Sung City Councilperson City of Carrollton, John Sutter City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Lisa Sutter Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Beverly Weidinger and Kathy Foster wife and daughter of Herb Weidinger (decd) Former City Councilperson City of Carrollton, Terry Wright Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner, Photography by:Texas Tradition Photography. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. I am proud that Carrollton currently has broad and diverse housing options for its residents. As Board President, I approved the agenda and helped facilitate meetings where the public and each board member had an opportunity to share their thoughts, ask questions, discuss, etc. Have the latest local news delivered every afternoon so you don't miss out on updates. Carrollton is the best city in DFW to live and work, and I will explain that to new businesses. Our low crime rate enhances our quality of life. As the situation allowed, various areas were opened for use by the residents. The project was seamlessly and successfully completed early the next morning and the freeway was re-opened to traffic without any problems due to the well-orchestrated plan. I have experience listening to residents, businesses, staff and helping ensure the policies and priorities reflect our community's needs. What might the experience be of a resident without access to reliable personal transportation, access to efficient public transportation? Clear skies. Maguana Qualls Council Meetings are held the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month (EXCEPT Holidays) at City Hall, 750 Clay Street. We need to find ways to attract more restaurants and entertainment venues to our city. I respect the past but have a vision for the future. Carrollton has small in-fill development areas remaining and some larger areas available for development, primarily near the Trinity Mills station. The mayor is elected for a two-year term, presides over the council, and votes only in case of a tie. For technical questions about how to use this Voter Guide, please email us at Helpme@dallasnews.com. These community development services have multiple services within them that focus on specific target needs. I believe Carrollton continues to have a priority on health and safety for all citizens; I am proud of our city! Answer not available, Address: MONDAY - State officials I would recommend the community consider standards similar to that of a homeowners association providing guidelines and expectations for residency, and consequences such as fines or other deterrents for residents who do not comply. I know what policies to fight for in the City Council to make Carrollton a better place. When we work together, we will (and have) build a community that provides for a wonderful quality of life that helps to meet the needs of a diverse community. I want to see Carrollton continue to grow and thrive. I like multi-use development that includes housing and retail business, good for our tax base. I am well-vested in this wonderful community and have the best interest of the citizens at heart. person will not be tolerated. I've also been very involved with the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce, serving as their legal counsel for a short period. Further, Carrollton had the lowest crime number of cities with populations of 100,000 or more for both Dallas and Denton County. Have the latest local news delivered to your inbox so you are always up to date. www.facebook.com/AnnetteFORCarrolltonCityCouncilPlace5, https://www.facebook.com/Nancy Cline for Carrollton City Council, https://www.facebook.com/AnnetteFORCarrolltonCityCouncilPlace5, Assistant Vice President Institutional Equity and Diversity, Director of Diversity and InclusionThe University of North Texas, Bachelor of Arts, School of Journalism and Mass CommunicationThe University of North Carolina at Chapel HillConcentration: Public RelationsMinor: French, Cornell Certified Diversity Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner (CCDP/AP)Cornell University ILR School, Master of Business AdministrationStrayer UniversityConcentration: Marketing and Human Resources, Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education ( In Progress)The University of North Texas, B.S. During my 3 years as Department Chair of the Special Designed Instruction Staff, I developed a system of easily identifying the documents needed to support students and keep records of all requirements related to the special needs students assigned to us. www.facebook.com/RustyPendletonPlace7, https://www.facebook.com/MichelleOCampaign, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RustyPendletonPlace7. in a cost-effective manner and maintain the quality of life items and public safety that we all appreciate? Carrollton has a wonderful quality of life, and my interest is extending that quality of life to all residents by actively engaging with those who have historically been left out of city governance. Our police are proactive in community engagement and community events and programs. The single greatest aspect of Carrollton is the shared sense of community. Carrollton has a lot to offer, yet we are often ignored by the greater DFW area. Through this revitalization, Carrollton has been careful to consider the diverse population that would use our parks and green spaces. 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. It looks like Dallas owes much to the suburbs. City Council Contact Information Agendas Resolutions Ordinances Council Minutes City Videos City Charter Plaza of Fame Mayor's Court Boards & Commissions. While serving as President of Country Place HOA, we had an issue with an area of the creek passing through our community. ft.) on Old Denton Road which is within walking distance of a DART rail station and A-train to Denton. Get the latest Lewisville sports delivered to your inbox every week. Helpful. Within this folder are subfolders that further categorize the documents as to their specific use for easy access and a one-stop location. It is working well. My experience as a civil engineer is timely with the ongoing development of plans for the DART Silver line and IH 35E widening through Carrollton. I favor attracting the kind of businesses that will move Carrollton into the future. 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. Carrollton has a great trail system, but it doesn't connect many area businesses. While there are segments of the City that intentionally cater to these demographics (particularly the Latinx and Asian communities), Carrolltons quality of life considerations overall could be evaluated to ensure that all residents - regardless of socioeconomic status, age, geographic location, linguistic heritage, sexual orientation, etc. I feel I can assist with the challenges facing city government. Such is an example of the equity-minded decision-making that should be advocated for the residents of Carrollton so that we all can enjoy a (minimally) relative quality of life - and maintain the public health of our beloved City and its residents. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended May 1, 2021. When the Texas Department of Public Safety released their 2018 Crime in Texas report, Carrolltons crime numbers as compared to other cities of populations of 100,000 or greater, showed that Carrolltons numbers were the fourth lowest. My top contributor is an Indian-American friend from DFW, and we attended high school and college together. I will recommend that the City increase the budget for police overtime so that there can be more patrols for these areas. I would improve the walkability of neighborhoods by connecting houses to businesses and parks through a trail system. Appropriate staff should receive training on working with and understanding different cultures. We can do events in parks all over Carrollton to make sure residents know each other. This, in turn, will improve the quality of life for all residents by creating a more interconnected community in the spirit of Ubuntu - I am because you are. We extend from 635 in the south to 121 in the North. City of Carrollton staff and Metrocrest Services partnered in a drive to help residents register for the vaccine. Charter schools are also an important facet of our educational system. Get the latest Allen sports delivered to your inbox every week. Luckily as more vaccine has become available, more locations have opened, making the availability to the vaccine easier to get. 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. April 3. In the upcoming decade, Carrollton will be the crossroads of DFW. I have learned from residents that lately there seems to be an uptick in break-ins now that some homes are vacant as they are being repaired from the great ice storm. First, I would make sure that our Law Enforcement population is supported and recognized for their service. Success! P.O. . Affordable housing is and will always be needed in growing communities and Carrollton is no different. As of 2 p.m. Thursday, six total individuals had filed for spots, according to the City of Carrolltons election page. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Carrolltons single greatest asset is its citizens. 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. Safety was the number 1 priority for the traveling public and all of those involved. To stay informed on candidates for the May 6 election, visit the City of Carrolltons election page. I would support additional housing as the population grows. Get breaking news delivered to your inbox from around Star Local Media when it happens. Im an Aggie, and part of my identity is to be grounded in past traditions and shared history, but we Aggies are also ready to embrace new, better ideas. We love our parks and trails! Texas A&M UniversityM.A. Currently, Carrollton is expanding their trails systems and revitalizing parks. Keep it Clean. In the future, I would like to increase green infrastructure in any way we can, making green space accessible to all neighborhoods. Box 117284, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: The City of Carrollton is a Home Rule municipality with a council-manager form of government. I ran for State Representative in 2016 and earned the Dallas Morning News' endorsement. Carrollton has been fiscally responsible for years and there is no reason to change. Our city services three different school districts, CFBISD, LISD and DISD. We are a friendly suburbs. We need affordable housing for seniors who are downsizing. Diversity in housing is the fabric of the community. You have permission to edit this article. I will work with the Council and City staff on the present agenda to rehabilitate and revitalize unsustainable retail space. We have entry level housing to more expensive, single family homes. (972) 754-7699, Web site: We have an amazing Senior Center for fitness, crafts, events, lunches and more, taking care of the needs of our over 50 population. 2023, The Dallas Morning News Inc. All Rights Reserved. The City has stayed on track with adopting recommended procedures to reduce spread and has allowed staff to work from home when feasible and is tapering back to the office. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. I am running for Carrollton City Council and would appreciate your vote for me on May 1, 2021. I ask you for your prayers, support, and vote this May 6th. Voter data is deleted after every election, according to our voter data policy. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. To continue to provide safety for all, Law Enforcement needs to continue to work with all communities to help with prevention rather reaction. - supporter of Metrocrest Services, Younglife and Aldersgate UMC Food Share, *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*Parks and Recreation Board for 5 years (the last two years appointed Board Chair)*The Giving Garden of Carrollton the need for fresh vegetables and fruits is great and many lower income citizens do not have access or means to get these things. I led numerous meetings where I developed the schedule and back-up plans after considering all sorts of things that could happen that evening to cause delays and impact the successful completion of placing the bridge. TUESDAY 7am-7pm, https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/upcoming-election-information/, https://www.votedenton.gov/upcoming-election-information/. 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. All demolition work m Read More. Polter and Sung both currently serve on the council in Place 2 and Place 6, respectively. Choose wisely! Not just the citizens individually, but the community that citizens develop. Carrollton continues to offer 24/7 virtual services, offer vaccination sites, testing sites, offer services for businesses, and continual Coronavirus updates. I also want to promote outdoor events in all of our parks, including allowing businesses to serve food, such as food trucks. Shani Barrax Moore (Dellimore Barrax) Nancy Cline. However, construction considerations must take into account the perspectives of the citizens in the surrounding areas. What I would like to see is for the affordable units to be blended into multi-use developments. Jason Carpenter, the Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commissions Chair, filed to run for the Place 2 spot on the council. Public safety staff closed the freeway just south of the new bridge's location and routed all the traffic to the frontage roads. The voters will select trustees who will determine the answer to this question in order to keep our school districts strong. By widening the circle to include more voices, the lived experiences and perspectives of those who have been historically marginalized, or at the very least not actively engaged. My second highest contributor is a Persian colleague in the greater DFW area. 3. I have lived in Carrollton for over a decade. In addition to broader regionalism, Carrollton works with neighboring cities through the Metrocrest Chamber and Metrocrest Services which includes Carrollton, Coppell, Farmers Branch, and Addison. Answer not available, Web site: Don't Threaten. Rev. This required the residents in Carrollton to drive long distances and wait in lines to get the vaccine. Also, we need to continue to adopt and promote programs and community events that uplift and celebrate the rich history of Black people and people of all color. Carrollton participates and is a member of the North Texas Commission, the Dallas Regional Chamber, the Regional Transportation Council, and the North Texas Council of Government (NCTCOG COG) so that each community has its own strength but interacts with other communities to strengthen the entire Dallas area. We want to maintain and add to our parks and trails. This will allow families to compare the educational opportunities / scores of school choice options in an apples-to-apples manner. 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. Rainwater has requested space somewhere in Carrollton for a display of Black History in Carrollton and I support exploring meaningful options for this request. Carrollton's Police Department and Firefighter Services are the best in DFW. I just bought a new townhouse in Country Place. I'm an attorney who regularly represents parties in court who are trying to navigate our justice system. 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). Get the latest Celina sports delivered to your inbox every week. I received my B.S. I will attend continuing education opportunities for Council members to understand what other cities may be doing to enhance the strategic goals that our city has of finance, customer, process, and culture / employee. If elected as a councilperson, I will review the land owners / developer's proposed development and not rule out any possible options. Screenshots of. 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. We need a city government that looks like Carrollton. Now that the Governor has lifted the state mandates regarding the pandemic, Carrollton is approaching this with caution and safety for its residents. Under his leadership, the police departments culture is undergirded by engaging the community where they are, a tenant of Chief Millers philosophy. Such a collaborative community-based mindset could very well have influence on other infrastructure of the city such as expanded transportation access, and the development of a cultural center to house and support community-building, arts events and engagement, police department outreach, and other activities. I will bring my leadership and management experience and apply my Christian values to the role to ensure our city remains a wonderful place to work and live. MONDAY - Copyright All Rights Reserved. @OckerForTexas, Facebook: I led a team to bring high speed internet to my condo complex -- without raising assessments. West Carrollton, OH 45449; Phone: (937) 859-5181; Fax: (937) 859-3366; Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Contact Links. The common thread is that they all believe I will do what is best for Carrollton, and that I care about my neighbors. Our residents can travel to Dallas, Ft. Worth and Denton easily via DART rail and we do. Several neighborhood associations in my area have recently upgraded signage for their neighborhood along Rosemeade / Dickerson Parkway. Invalid password or account does not exist. We need to manage our current debt before taking on new debt. All fifty-four owners had to give us the keys to let workers in to do their installation, and my neighbors trusted me enough with the responsibility to let the workers in, keeping the condominiums and their residents safe. I support charter schools that are well-managed as a good option. As indicated in the previous response, I support any efforts that would contribute to the socioeconomic diversity of the City of Carrollton. Carrollton is ranked fourth safest city of North Texas with comparably sized cities and is one of the safest cities in Texas. An example of this is under construction now- a contemporary designed mixed-use development (440,000 sq. The City provides grants that may be applied for that HOA may use to enhance the neighborhood with signage, entry markers, or other improvements. I am an advocate for expansion of passenger rail and because of my background working on DARTs Blue, Orange and Green line stations; I will be able to apply my knowledge of government projects in City Council agenda discussions. I would encourage the City Manager/ city staff to investigate sustainable opportunities for addressing the infrastructure and other possible new concepts for infrastructure and public safety due to innovations in materials, technology etc. 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. Public school support students of ALL learning and physical abilities, of all cultural backgrounds, of all socio-economic backgrounds, etc. 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. According to the U.S. Attorney, Andrews marketed M30 pills to teens at R.L. Soon we will be able to travel to Plano and DFW airport easily via the Silver Line. The City of Carrollton navigated being in different counties well. 4. To keep the young people here, we will need to attract them with vibrant areas where they live and play. I will support the development of multi-family mixed-use housing for many reasons. 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 Carrollton City Council - Place 1 Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended May 7, 2022. No we dont want more debt. I will support the City Manager in positioning the City of Carrollton to hire and retain outstanding staff and specifically recruits from various population groups. Carrollton's mayor should promote debate and help all eight of the voices and perspectives on City Council to be heard so that the best possible decisions can be made on behalf of Carrollton's residents. Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is an above average school district but needs to continue working to improve. The vaccination process at Denton County (TMS hub) allowed 10,000/day to receive vaccinations and was a good option for any resident of Carrollton although the distance might discourage some transportation challenged residents. In order to do that, every single unit had to be individually rewired. City Council . Other staffing and equipment, including infrastructure (parks, streets, etc.) The members are elected for two-year terms from four wards with one at-large member. I am pro-growth in Carrollton, provided that the proposed growth provides for and expands opportunity (through access and engagement) for all Carrollton residents. Some schools - like my daughter's high School Newman Smith, for example - have academies that are specific to intended career interests, such as law, international baccalaureate, STEM, etc. 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.

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