Carrollton responded quickly to keep the residents updated through the citys website. 5/2 The City of Carrollton navigated being in different counties well. 74, Address: City Council Members. This showing of community and support of the Black Lives Matter movement is just one of the tools and techniques that moves us past limiting factors like denial, guilt, shame, and blame to understand and acknowledge the hurt and loss and crisis felt with racial injustice. 41, Address: 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. Agendas - 2023. . 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. Jason Carpenter, the Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commissions Chair, filed to run for the Place 2 spot on the council. 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. I have grown and donated over 12 different types of vegetables and the Garden donated over 4,400 pounds of food last year. Soon we will be able to travel to Plano and DFW airport easily via the Silver Line. Interacting with the future of Carrollton and helping them achieve goals, like I was helped with scholarships, is the highlight of my year. An area began to collect slit and then trash and debris built up. Appropriate staff should receive training on working with and understanding different cultures. - Civil Engineering - Texas A&M University, M.Eng. When they are ready to move into a larger place, they are more likely to stay in Carrollton if they could afford to live him for their first home. My daughters and I attended the Black Lives Matter protest held in Carrollton in 2020. that is degrading to another person. Carrollton is a beautiful city and I believe our infrastructure should reflect that as well. Be Truthful. 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. Data should be presented in easy to access that is also easy to understand. Carrollton City Council - Place 7. Carrollton has partnered with neighboring cities for the 911 call center that we share jointly. I want to see Carrollton continue to grow and thrive. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended May 1, 2021. 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. 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. The filing window opened on Jan. 18 and will close at 5 p.m. on Feb. 17. I think these steps helped protect City staff while maintaining the operations of the City. I am self funded, with my two largest contributors being HNTB PAC, and Henry Billingsley. Success! Get the latest McKinney sports delivered to your inbox every week. 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. I led a team of neighbors to get everyone to agree to rewire our condos. 2805 Carriage Ct, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: I'm proud of the work our City Council has done in lowering our property taxes over the last 7 years. Jeff Dickow Deidra Hays . An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. This is the primary area of the Citys infrastructure that does not meet expectations of the environmental dimension in its quality of life persona. As we continue to grow and attract new residents, I want to make sure that we keep the neighborly feel. I also have been knocking doors and talking to future constituents to assess their needs and wants, and one of the great things about Carrollton is that my neighbors and I feel similarly that Carrollton is a wonderful place but can always improve. District officials and our city government should collaborate to better serve all of Carrollton. Share with Us. Have the latest local news and sports delivered to your inbox so you are always up to date. Luckily as more vaccine has become available, more locations have opened, making the availability to the vaccine easier to get. I respect the past but have a vision for the future. This data is not readily available to the public today. Carrollton, Missouri - Official Website Carrolltons greatest asset is the quality of life it affords its diverse residents. I am pro-growth in Carrollton, provided that the proposed growth provides for and expands opportunity (through access and engagement) for all Carrollton residents. How? 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. In public buildings, though reopened at 100%, masks and social distancing remains a requirement. I believe families should be able to choose what option is best for their family members and their needs. @OckerForTexas, Facebook: City Council Contact Information Agendas Resolutions Ordinances Council Minutes City Videos City Charter Plaza of Fame Mayor's Court Boards & Commissions. While I dont ascribe to any particular ratio, I do suggest that inclusion and social integration become values guiding such decisions. 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. My top contributor is an Indian-American friend from DFW, and we attended high school and college together. 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. According to the U.S. Attorney, Andrews marketed M30 pills to teens at R.L. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. City Council - West Carrollton I will engage on Social media to promote the City of Carrollton. Town of Carrollton - 206 W Washington St, - Carrollton, MO 64633 . Daisy Palomo | Candidate for Carrollton City Council, Place 6, 4/24 This is the first time I have sought a public office. I also want to promote outdoor events in all of our parks, including allowing businesses to serve food, such as food trucks. Carrollton has seen a consistent decrease in long-term debt and we need to continue that approach. I have professional experience managing large projects and budgets when I served as TxDOT Area Engineer for Denton County and also as Director of Public Works for the Town of Addison. To keep the young people here, we will need to attract them with vibrant areas where they live and play. These efforts to build community through programs and services that build positive resident-officer relationships have not reached a desired level of community engagement in these efforts. We need to find ways to attract more restaurants and entertainment venues to our city. 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. Partnering with the City of Carrollton, two community HOA boards , we were able to resolve the problem in a cost effective permanent solution. Public schools also provide for greater social and athletic opportunities. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Log in to add candidates to your sample ballot, Age: Carrollton City Council - Place 1 - Dallas News I will attend Chamber events and participate in other opportunities to promote the family friendly, welcoming nature and benefits of Carrollton. This is why we must first engage in perspective-taking so that we can understand others experiences. We had very slow internet, and we wanted high speed internet. 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. In addition, our Senior Center has a system of walking trails adjacent to it. I have lived in Carrollton for over a decade. I understand the City Council (like the school board) operates as a whole body and one individual does not direct policy. With the impact of the pandemic possibly causing lower tax revenue and with the continued increase in costs of services (gas, electricity, water, waste management, etc. In the future, DART will be extending the A-Train from Denton and adding a passenger rail line to Frisco, thus expanding our connections even further. www.michellecampaign.com, Age: 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. This required the residents in Carrollton to drive long distances and wait in lines to get the vaccine. 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. 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. I have lived, worked, raised two children, worshipped, volunteered, and played in Carrollton since 1988. Carrollton's Police Department and Firefighter Services are the best in DFW. First, I would make sure that our Law Enforcement population is supported and recognized for their service. Nancy has the expertise and the experience as a civil engineer to build resilient infrastructure and bring in business to make Carrollton an even better place . Have the latest local news delivered to your inbox so you are always up to date. City Council . I served on the DART Design Advisory Committee for the downtown Silverline station. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Contact information can be found here. Four cities have formed a Quad City SWAT team with both Police and Fire. This will help to cultivate a sense of pride and ownership in the residents of the community, adding value to the City of Carrollton overall. Helpful. The Villa Rica Police Department announced at the Villa Rica City Council work session that they would be releasing an app soon to help with hiring, assisting the public . As the situation allowed, various areas were opened for use by the residents. Screenshots of. FRIDAY 8am-5pm, 5/1 Proud of this: last month, our Parks and Rec Department received a Gold Medal award from the State for excellence. Place 5 is an open seat on the Carrollton City Council. I support growth, but I would advise against any increased debt. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. City of Carrollton - Calendar TUESDAY 7am-7pm, https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/upcoming-election-information/, https://www.votedenton.gov/upcoming-election-information/. The City of Carrollton is primarily residential. I would preserve and promote that vision by working with soliciting citizen opinion, listening to special interest groups, assimilating that information, and most importantly, making decisions that help to fulfill the wants and needs of the community in a balanced and equitable way. 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.
