Politicians and community groups have voiced their opinions in the crowded Minneapolis mayoral race ahead of Election Day on Nov. 2. More than a dozen candidates are challenging incumbent Jacob Frey to be Minneapolis' next mayor, with Kate Knuth and Sheila Nezhad among the frontrunners. As much as we can, we need to focus our resources where they have the biggest direct impact on students. The mayor's office has a unique opportunity to intervene in this cycle. However, regarding the Ford plant, I would review the size and scope of this project with the community stakeholders. There have been many reasons SPPS has seen enrollment decline. 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 Author of two published books. Webpolitical@northstar.sierraclub.org Vote for Kate Knuth for Mayor of Minneapolis Nov 1, 2021 Sierra Club's Peter Wagenius joined Kate Knuth to talk about her ambitious Minneapolis Green New Deal Plan, and why she's our endorsed candidate for Mayor. 2006), an organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with developmental disabilities. I fought for equal rights for girls in sports, becoming the first female wrestler in St. Paul's Harding class of 2000. The deadline for candidates to file to run in this election was August 13, 2019. I suggest an increased focus on practical applications of using English such as working as a team, starting and completing large projects, and managing a budget. I was out of town for the active duration (picket lines) of the strike but was an active supporter and amplifier of messages via social media and internal communications. I have served for a time on three district council boards, where my attendance record was near perfect. Upon returning to the Twin Cities, I studied and graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in psychology. We need to achieve fully funded and well-rounded schools so that families will have the choices they want and need and will choose to stay within the district. The filing deadline for this election was August 15, 2017. I'm running to help build the schools our students deserve. Then we need to track these students and new hires at least until they receive their tenure at SPPS. I am a past president of our school's parent group, I have worked with our teachers union, I have served on district committees, I have formed a group to advocate for a citywide charter school moratorium and more. SPPS has incredible teachers; empower them to light the fire of education within all of our students. I'm the former education data analyst for South Washington County Schools and the founder/programmer of the St. Paul Open Data Initiative. In the first year, I will restore police officer positions and implement proven technologies to help reduce crime, including financing a ShotSpotter pilot project in those areas most impacted by gun violence. 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. The safety of our businesses, the public and their neighborhoods happens to be the most important job function of a city and the most pressing issue in the city. What I hear most often is that families leave for smaller class sizes, safer schools, more art class offerings and a more culturally-responsive curriculum. Councilmember Alex Pedersen. For new homeowners of color, we can offer down payment assistance. Additionally, I believe the development of the SPPS Online School was a step in the right direction. I graduated from Metropolitan State University with a bachelor's in history and a master's in liberal studies. A pre-gentrified neighborhood has low owner occupancy, high rental units, vacancy and crime density. I believe we should put our students at the forefront of our budgetary decisions. Shall we have term limits for elected officials, and shall we repeal ranked-choice voting or keep it? The St. Paul Federation of Educators went on strike in the winter of 2020. These practices should complement the academic rigors of reading, math and writing, not replace them. I will engage and advise when appropriate. Officers being stressed can lead to critical errors and poor interactions with citizens. It has exacerbated pre-existing disparities. Whether it's school culture, a lack of transparency or that the services students and families need to thrive are missing, that's information that can shape what we prioritize within the budget. A multi-use development i.e. We should not be giving hundreds of millions of tax subsidies to developers that don't need it. We are in a different place and time than we were one year ago, two years ago, and we must move forward with the times. There is no primary electioneveryone who filed to run for office will be on the November general election ballot. Over the course of my Administration, we raised wages, launched CollegeBound Saint Paul, eliminated library late fines, tripled free programming in our rec centers, and more. 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. We cannot continue with short-term funding solutions, we need to advocate and work with our state partners for more equitable public school funding. Most citizens, particularly in high-crime areas, want this. We need to change the qualifications so that people who will be assets to our community will be in our schools, and pay them fairly. Governor Gary Locke (fmr.) Since there are ten candidates, its unlikely that any will get a Lastly, there is always the risk that by the time a project is finally ready to start construction, the community has already outgrown it. Our diversity is our competitive advantage for the future. City government must work for the people and respond to community needs. Also, we need to access and utilize new and advanced technology such as ShotSpotter so that we can make sure we are taking all measures to prevent gun violence. Economic development is also best achieved through a business-friendly approach from city government. 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 Transitioning back after over a year of uncertainty and stress for our students requires a deep investment in mental health supports, social workers and staff trained in restorative practices. 801 N 1st St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-753-9000. As candidates for Chicago mayor jockey for union support, Rep. Garca lands a big labor endorsement Brandon Johnson Mayoral Candidate Brandon Johnson speaks City restoration. Although most candidates for Chicago mayor attempt to court specific constituencies in order to power their campaign, Lightfoot won the most consistent support across the city in 2019. It would be amazing if this student tested successfully in their non-English language, went on to college and started a career. Northern Public Radio. To be effective, any plan would require access to both language and cultural translation. Residents of Minnesota's capital city are heading to the polls this fall to elect a mayor and school board members. As a sitting board member, I strive to be present in and aware of the conversations during negotiation cycles. Election linksRegister to vote or check registration statusFind your polling placeSee what's on your ballotHow to vote earlyWhat is ranked-choice voting? As mayor, I will support both the St. Paul Police Department and the reforms necessary to improve criminal justice outcomes. 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. WebEndorsements. I am also privileged to work directly with young people as the policy director of the only state-mandated and funded youth advisory council in the country, the Minnesota Youth Council, where we assist and empower students to advocate for themselves and their peers. Former board member and entertainment chair of Rondo Inc. Former board member of MLK Statewide Celebration. Our English language learners make our classrooms, schools and community richer, and we should value them for such. In St. Paul, voters will make two big decisions: Who will lead the city as mayor and will the city set a 3 percent cap on rent increases. Aging infrastructure continues to remain a concern for many cities across America. Our administration inherited historic disinvestment, with streets on an over 200-year replacement cycle. We have one of the most diverse school districts full of rich cultures and lived experiences however, our students and schools are struggling to provide them with the tools they need for success. Mayoral candidate Paul Vallass son Gus was one of three San Antonio police officers who fatally shot a Black man who was fleeing in March 2022, a spokesperson for the campaign confirmed on Feb. 8. There are a lot of empty lots around the downtown/Capitol area; they can be rebuilt with mixed residential and commercial buildings, increasing the city's total revenue. Candidates are listed only after theyve received at least one endorsement. The district has an unfortunate history of underserving English language learner students. We have numerous people who would like to be in our schools to help our newest arrivals who cannot do so due to things as simple as not being able to pass a test in English. I would give college and career readiness a much higher priority. I support both sides of the equation educating people without hyperbole and misleading campaigns on the pros and cons of rent control. Without safe streets, residents move, businesses relocate, schools collapse and neighborhoods that once thrived become only shells of their former existence. By Mauricio Pea. In other words reduced availability of rental housing for working families and increased housing prices. I am a fifth-generation St. Paul resident, a proud graduate of our public schools and a parent raising children in our city. 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. Now more than ever, we need strong board members at the helm to tackle the issues facing the district. That's why over the past four years, we've expanded investments in downtown mill and overlay and sidewalks, developed the first-ever dedicated bikeway funding and redeveloped Ayd Mill Road. Often due to crime, long-term owner occupancy units are sold to rental property owners. The public has seemingly had enough of the needless spending in lieu of basic services they are paying for. Lightfoot polled near the bottom of the field for most of her campaign for mayor but won the first round after an endorsement from the Chicago Sun-Times "Well, first of all, I really have to laugh at that!" It's why we raised the minimum wage, launched CollegeBound St. Paul to start every child born in the city with $50 in a college savings account, eliminated late fines in public libraries and tripled free programming in our rec centers. 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. I am the co-owner of a small residential remodeling company that operates in St. Paul and beyond. I will allocate a portion of the budget for road repair and maintenance. We do that by advancing accessibility, safety, equity and affordability in everything that we do. Melissa Hortman DFL Speaker of the Minnesota House State Representative (DFL-Champlin) Jake Spano Mayor of St. Louis Park. The DFL mayor's endorsement of the Republican president in 2004 has hurt Kelly badly, in a city that's a Democratic stronghold. Feb 27, 2023, 7:44am PST. We are identifying and expanding our work with diverse community partners, intentionally seeking them out in areas we identify needs. It will now be essential for the board to monitor progress and implementation and be ready to quickly adjust course if needed. Strong knowledge of Ramsey County, city of St. Paul and surrounding community. For over two years, St. Paul has been experiencing a crime epidemic. A growing tax base is vital for a strong community and keeping property taxes low while still providing high-quality city services. I work very hard and deliberately to keep children and equity at the center of negotiations and decisions across all 27 bargaining groups. Finally, districts like ours have struggled with chronic underfunding for years. The St. Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE) are in a position to see directly how our implementation of policies, or lack of policies and investments, help or hurt our students. 2. We need to make sure we're preparing all of our students for life after school, no matter what path they decide to take. I have been actively advocating for public education for the past eight years in various areas. This time around, Vallas received a number of high-profile endorsements, including from the Chicago Tribune and Ald. Chicago Sun-Times. 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! New investment brings with it more (not less) economic opportunity for those who need it most. Safe streets first! Since then, I've been on record in the last special election for school board noting that I did not support the strike. The schools that have less are the ones that have the highest levels of poverty and also tend to have lower achievement levels when comparing the same demographic groups to the more affluent schools. Willie Wilson: Businessman Willie Wilson is by far the most conservative candidate for Chicago Mayor. 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? Currently, we have a top-down approach, where the mayor sets the budget and programs. Republish. Counselors and community leaders will assess and speak with the children to determine how best to help them. But most importantly, SPPS needs leaders who ensure that administrators are held accountable for their actions, that progress is being made toward goals in the strategic plan and proactive communication with the diverse families that make up SPPS. Find a missing endorsement? For example, an ELL student may also receive special education. But this time, after finishing well ahead of eight other candidates Tuesday in the first round of balloting, Vallas has emerged as the front-runner. He finished in a distant ninth place, winning only 5% of the vote and barely 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. Congressman Adam Smith. 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. At that time, I was a parent and didn't support the walkout in any way. I'm a strong union supporter and believe that our workplaces are better when workers can come together to bargain. I will support the public's Nov. 2 decision. As a board member I will continue to support staff and listen to them. Like communities across our nation, St. Paul has not been immune to national crime trends from challenges of the last 20 months. Vallas said. Here, in Outside SPPS, I have extensive experience in board governance and community engagement involving organizations and institutions of various sizes. Homicides, shots fired and violent crime is at an all-time high. Growing our own and hiring from the colleges and universities of Minnesota is too slow. I was pleased to see substantial allocations for targeted student services and mental health and social-emotional learning. Outgoing mayor Shelley Hart is not seeking re-election. When it comes to being a school board member during contract negotiations with our district bargaining units, I would work with board colleagues to be a sounding board for the superintendent and advise on negotiation strategy. Increased economic opportunity leads to increases in average incomes, jobs and better housing. My children are my compass and parent leadership is my framework. Candidates are running to fill one two-year seat. Former board member of Brotherhood Inc. Minnesota National Speakers Association. 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. Lastly, we need to be more responsive. What would you suggest as a strategy to stem those losses? SPPS continues to have persistent inequities in our elementary schools. Our students and community have been clear that when our kids see themselves reflected in their lessons and educators, they feel supported. How would you approach your role as a board member when it comes to contract negotiations? "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? The city of St. Paul, Minnesota will hold an election on November 2, 2021, to elect the mayor. It will be held with ranked-choice voting, and there will be no primary election. Sadly, they are becoming increasingly involved in more violent crime. 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. Mayoral hopeful Paul Vallas brings complicated Chicago Public Schools legacy. 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. Chicago Votes for Mayor in a Race Dominated by Crime and Policing. When we saw the number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness during the pandemic rise to nearly 400, our community-first informed efforts led to a 90% decrease in people sheltering outdoors. What are the most pressing public safety issues in St. Paul, and how would you address them? Brandon is better for so many reasons, Hernandez said. Founder and CEO of Mentoring Young Adults for over 16 years. All were disrupted from learning, teaching and performing their duties over the course of the last 18 months and to this day. I have personally lived in low-income areas and understand firsthand the negative impact that poverty has on quality of life. That's why I've spent so much of this campaign talking about reducing class sizes, investing in mental health supports and making sure our students have access to nurses. Challenges of this magnitude require focused initiative on behalf of the state and federal government along with our entire community. Mayor Norm Rice (fmr.) Should we educate the need for personal responsibility and the need for achievable, large-scale mentoring and large-scale, part- and full-time, meaningful work programs i.e. In addition to performing exit interviews and collecting data, I would push for the establishment of a comprehensive plan for exiting families. I believe it is now time to begin prioritizing the freedoms of our law-abiding citizens, and their businesses, over the freedom of criminals. For many, they are too high to provide adequate support. Check the Secretary of States website for information about registering to vote , voting early by mail or voting early in person at your local elections office. After falling far short in his first run for mayor in 2019, Vallas delivered a convincing thrashing of If voters choose to support the very specific ballot measure this November, our administration will stand ready to implement it. "Well, first of all, I really have to laugh at that!" I renewed my leases in 2019 for 10 years. We should give students opportunities to learn marketable skills they can use to start careers coming out of high school. Many of the same essential items that closed small businesses had been selling. What is missing from that plan or needs to be given higher priority? The safety of our businesses, the public and their neighborhoods happens to be the most important job function of a city. Paul presents St. Paul Mayoral Candidate Forum, October 24, 2013 Forty years ago, SPPS experienced a major decline in enrollment only to be remedied by the arrival of immigrant and refugee families from other countries. As a school board member, I would be a strong advocate for student-centered budgeting. We need to assist in housing placement for their year of study to achieve their Minnesota licensure, we need to partner with the city of St. Paul to do this. I am a 30-plus-year professional educator, social worker and active community member. 8, 2020, at 12:46 PM. The federal government is providing $207 million in American Rescue Plan funding to the school district, and board members now are signing off on a long and broad list of uses. Feb. 27, 2023, 5:00 a.m. A charter school moratorium. I would love to see us be proactive about reaching out to families to see why they choose charters or private schools over our public schools. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how great an impact our educators, school buildings and community have on our students. In regard to housing, it's critical that we continue to leverage investments that support our residents' ability to secure stable and affordable housing, like our Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Families First Rent Supplement Program and connecting people experiencing homelessness to support, services and resources. Visit the 2023 Saint Paul Elections page for more information on this years endorsement process. We also need to make sure students know that college isn't the only path to success. I propose a system where citizens can get aided by non-police staff by calling a non-emergency number (i.e. I want to set our students up for success by giving them as many opportunities to earn college credit in high school as possible. WebThe League of Women Voters Saint Paul and SPNN present a live candidate forum for the office of Mayor of Saint Paul. We need to create a program that recruits teachers from out-of-state colleges and universities that have significantly higher numbers of BIPOC education graduates. Presently, I still do not support the strike. Take a look at the candidates currently running via the list below. Enrollment decline is not new to St. Paul Public Schools. This is something our school board does not have power to do, but school board members need to advocate for our district to our state legislators who can do something about it. Our district tries to make certain translation services available to our students and we provide some amazing dual-immersion programs that provide great spaces for students to learn English as well as their own languages. 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