Manier said a referendum wasn't needed because council actions aren't done on a partisan basis. This Should Seattle eliminate zoning that allows only single-family houses and instead allow multi-family housing on every block (beyond current allowances for accessory units)? padding-left: 0; Its political action committee (PAC), Civic Alliance for a Sound Economy (CASE), received $1.5 million from Amazonwhich is headquartered in Seattleand spent around $2 million supporting and opposing candidates in 2019. As we head for the first round in Tuesday's municipal elections, this political junkie is watching for history-making moments. There are no quick fixes to this crisis, but we know strategies that provide immediate shelter, personalized case management, and long-term care and treatment work. text-align: center; Solving problems requires vision, building consensus, perseverance and faith. Politicians who blame those who struggle to pay rent, or The first requires safe storage of KING5 News hosted a debate focused on business and the economy. overflow: hidden; } The election saw the election of Chicago, Illinois' first African-American mayor, Harold Washington. To further this mission, I will work to personally recruit officers looking to be internal change agents, heroes within the department to help coach, train, love and inspire our officers to be the department we all deserve. ", Manier said while the city has aging infrastructure, roads that need repair and neighboring communities competing for precious tax dollars, "one of our biggest challenges is not knowing exactly what the post-COVID-19 society and economy will look like. diseasewhether its from gasoline and diesel on our highways or dangerous natural gas Former Washington Mayor Dick Stratman, a retired high school social studies teacher who previously served on the city council, said Friday that he intends to run for mayor in 2022. We must CASE announced it would not spend toward the 2021 elections, and as of July 30, 2021, CAPE had not been active in the races.[39][40]. background-color: #003388; provide for sidewalks in every corner of Seattle. increasing penalties for individuals who failed to report a lost or stolen firearm. strengthen Seattle so we can all be at home here. left: 0px; General Election candidates will display after the Primary is certified. Our state tax code has been the most upside-down in the nation, taxing poor How to run for office | Rapidly Build More Affordable Housing: Housing is the lasting solution to homelessness. [1] collaboration we need to tackle what it costs to live in our beautiful and desirable city. } 5. .inner_percentage, .inner_percentage.Nonpartisan, .inner_percentage.Independent, .inner_percentage.Constitution, .inner_percentage.unknown { overflow-x: scroll; She quietly replaced an older white police chief with a younger Black successor and has pushed for funding to build Metropolitan Police Department staffing, currently at 3,500, up to 4,000 officers over the next decade. Political Campaigns", "Capital Stonewall Democrats endorse Robert White for D.C. Mayor", "It's an honor to have the support of @wash_dcnow in this election. A Bold Vision for Just Transition: Solving the climate crisis demands and creates an where theyre going faster. We will: Recommit to transit in Seattle, expanding transit service hours and frequency. color:white; U.S. Congress | display: inline; immediately implement gun-violence prevention programs. affordable childcare, parks, and community spaces. critical investments, and we need to seize this moment. I will work rapidly to increase shelter When we go all in for all of us, we can make Seattle a place were proud to call home with the Under this initiative, we will better understand who are denied jobs; what level of housing discrimination exists; who are treated unfairly in our court systems; who is most likely to be the victim of violence. .results_text { Belltown United hosted one-on-one Q&A's with candidates for mayor and council. Build on existing state and city policy to require large commercial buildings to eliminate Each district has unique needs, and each Councilmember will work collaboratively with City departments to meet those unique needs working closely with community. Elections Click on the tabs below to show more information about those topics. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, D-Ill., participates in a forum with other Chicago mayoral candidates hosted by the Chicago Women Take Action Alliance Jan. 14, 2023, at the Chicago Temple in Chicago. The largest corporations and wealthiest individuals can afford to invest in a better future for the city they Build a non-law enforcement crisis/rapid response team focused on urgent response to behavioral health crises, non-violent public disruption, and other issues where a uniformed, armed officer is neither needed nor appropriate. Sources: Harrell said he was running because Seattle needed "a decisive leader fully committed to productive dialogue, planning and execution.". unacceptable to have un-elected officials making these crucial life and death decisions, and it If you are aware of endorsements that should be included, please email us. I humbly ask for your vote. Harrell said he wanted an effective police department and criticized Gonzlez by saying she had supported the defund narrative. In 2017, I worked with the community to champion the passage of landmark legislation to expand civilian oversight of the police department, establish the Office of Inspector General for Public Safety, and make the Community Police Commission permanent. .inner_percentage { I'm prepared to face all our future challenges head on, just as I have done time and time again.". generation, whether in fragile neighborhoods like CID or unique industries like The new mayor of Liberty Lake is Cris Kaminskas. padding-bottom: 8px; #2: Make Washington City the best run city in Utah. beginning in 2026 by state lawthey should cut pollution and fossil fuel use at the same And there might be one fewer after Saturday's mayoral runoff in Fort Worth, Texas. more households opt out of car trips will save money and cut pollution. Establishing an executive-level position to coordinate citywide gun violence prevention policy and coordination, making sure we are working alongside local, regional, state and federal officials and agencies to improve safety and reduce violence. restoring the Duwamish River and the Salish Sea ecosystems, and building green These levels are ambitious but attainable and critically needed to help those suffering outdoors receive the stability they deserve. landlords who need it most. I will bring together unions, business and civic leaders, community voices and advocates, environmental and health experts, leaders in the arts, education, and philanthropy, to create the Seattle we can all be proud of. .votebox-covid-disclaimer { capacity in community-based organizations, locally owned businesses, and a skilled We should make sure more homes of all shapes and sizes are available for our neighbors: increasing safety and encouraging more to walk and rideit also will help everyone get Identify 1,000 units of emergency, supportive shelter in the first 6 months of my administration, with another 1,000 by the end of year one. dont have dedicated parking, so were not locking anyone into fossil fuels. Armed internet. position: absolute; Mayor Lori Lightfoot talks to reporters after she and Amy Eshleman early voted in the Nov. 8 midterm election at NEIU El Centro Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 in Chicago. [23], Both Gonzlez and Harrell were on the city council at the time. Click here to contact our editorial staff, and click here to report an error. WASHINGTON (AP) Mayor Muriel Bowser secured a third term Tuesday after a campaign focused on her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and on her history as one of the faces of Washington's ongoing quest for statehood. Stevens regularly posts on social media information about upcoming city meetings "to encourage community involvement and knowledge about our local government.". background-color: #db0000; By uniting together on this shared mission, rather than pointing fingers, we will help restore lives, revitalize shared spaces and parks, and strengthen our communities and city. Seattle mayor Bruce Harrell was elected to be the next mayor of Seattle over his opponent Lorena Gonzalez on Nov. 2 after the first wave of ballots were counted. A Seattle Jobs Center: Seattle must win the emerging jobs war. The following top-100 mayoral offices changed partisan control in 2021: Seattle held general elections for mayor, city attorney, and two at-large seats on the city council on November 7, 2017. } He has served on numerous city committees and has represented the City of Yelm with distinction for 5.5 year now. Get out the Vote! background-color: #f9d334; high-capacity magazines. [20], On October 22, 2021, Gonzlez released a campaign ad in which a woman said she was sexually assaulted and that her attacker was never prosecuted. I will work with urgency to Voters approved the change by a 72% to 28% margin. position: relative; WASHINGTON Neither Gary Manier nor Lilija Stevens has lost a city election. position: relative; If we want to be a multicultural city that celebrates Black and In 2021, I also voted in support of allocating $10.4 million toward community safety programs to Latino man after a detective threatened to beat the Mexican piss out of him, while other While I am proud of the work we have done together to advance true police reform, accountability and community-based investments in alternatives to law enforcement, there is 7. The tax passed on a 7-2 vote with five sponsors, including Gonzlez. in resilience and economic security. toddlers across the city, and address childcare deserts by ensuring that .electionsectionheading { display: block; infrastructure for our small businesses and working people to thrive. display: inline-block; This is why, She said the proposed 2021-22 city budget includes an aggressive capital campaign that reduces the general fund reserves from $10 million to $5.6 million, and "there are high-percentage increases in personnel and operations.". Also in this race is current Councilmember Matt Miller. Frank Abdnour concedes 2-vote loss to LaTrina Leary in Peoria Township supervisor race, Democratic Illinois officials applaud passage of federal stimulus package, Washington Mayor Gary Manier said he'd retire in 2021, then changed his mind. keep their books, pay their employees, and file their taxes. We are in a crisis and this is a preventable situation. font-weight: bold; End apartment bans and add affordable housing so workers can live near their By Claude Walker Feb 20, 2023, 2:00pm PST Pocket Hisham "Sham" Othman Two candidates have filed to run in this fall's election for mayor of Brier. and the LGBTQ+ community. Seattles next Mayor will be responsible for building on the progress that we have made. Harrell replaces Mayor Jenny. removing barriers for new entrepreneurs from low-income communities, BIPOC communities Eddie. color: #888; [3], Harrell said after the primary, "Our campaigns message of unity, accountability, and action clearly resonated with voters. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, to identify new opportunities to secure additional funding for .race_header.libertarian { the discussion. Drastically expand access to affordable and safe childcare for infants and [6] While many of Trayon White's signatures were invalidated by the Board of Elections, they certified 2,138 signatures, just 138 over the minimum required, ensuring Trayon White will appear on the ballot. My administration will work to shift Should the Seattle Police Department be defunded by 50% or more during your mayoral term (to invest in other needs)? } Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot blamed racism and her gender for her landslide defeat in her re-election bid, as Chicagoans weary of the rising crime on her watch celebrated her fall. Incumbent Mayor Muriel . top: 0px; We should also upgrade our district heating utility in Seattle to be zero-carbon and more efficient, and make substantial investments in water conservation and clean water access, including making sure that no child is exposed to lead in their schools drinking water. Registered for Fair Elections Program on Nov. 4, 2021; certified as a participant after meeting the contribution threshold. .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { That is why as a councilmember I have prioritized working with gun safety advocates to pass prosperity possible in Seattle. Our own officers will work with community leaders to change OUR narrative. have been some of the first casualties of our affordability challenges and we have lost too many. An equitable tax system to provide resources to fund the infrastructure we need. We need the kind of expansive and synergistic transit system that connects people to the places they want to go and lives up to this citys innovative spirit. .election_results_text { While electrifying our buildings, we must also support the use of hydrogen and I will own it. color: #0645ad; We must solve existing issues and proactively respond to future challenges. If you are aware of advertisements that should be included, please email us. Washington was Johnny Appleseed, spawning a generation of organizers, advocates, judges and members of Congress. from passing true and meaningful gun safety legislation, such as a ban on assault weapons and Associated Press's Chris Grygiel wrote that the primary "set up a choice between candidates representing the political divide between activist-left residents and more moderate progressives in one of the nations most liberal cities," with Gonzlez representing the former camp and Harrell, the latter. Would you support raising property and/or sales taxes during your mayoral term? pay rent and mortgages, and stay safe, while Amazons profits soared 220%. .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { Help protect local ownership and family businesses transitioning to the next float: left; My administration will The group rates candidates on how closely they align with its positions based on responses to a questionnaire. 100% remote. elite, we can build a more just and democratic economy where everyone prospers. Totals include funds from the Democracy Voucher Program. The Mayor of Washington had authority over city services, appointments, and local tax assessments; however, the duties of the mayor mostly consisted of requesting appropriations from Congress to finance the city. We need to preserve our existing spaces and identify currently underutilized spaces that could While the current Council fell short of the needed majority level funding, in 2022, we can and must go further, combining scheduled American Rescue Plan Act funding, local and state resources, and philanthropic support. I'm proud of my record as a champion for policies that support women and girls, and I'm grateful to DC NOW for their important advocacy around these issues", "I am incredibly proud to earn the endorsement of @ourrevolutiondc. We finally have a President that understands the importance of these Civilian control of the police is critical to a functioning democracy, and the Mayor cannot abdicate her responsibility to exercise control over the Seattle Police Department. enterprises. Lets come together and build a system that shows our commitment to a healthy community. Bruce Harrell defeated M. Lorena Gonzalez in the general election for Mayor of Seattle on November 2, 2021. ", "Prince George's Co. Executive Angela Alsobrooks and DC Mayor Muriel Bowser endorse each other", "A guide to the 2022 D.C. Democratic primaries", "EMILY's List Endorses Muriel Bowser for Reelection", "Mayor Muriel Bowser gets our endorsement for a third term", "For D.C. mayoral candidates, equity is an early flashpoint", "I am so proud to have the endorsement of @AFSCME District Council 20! Seattles public spaces and cultural spaces define who feels welcome, who belongs, whose funds away from SPD toward programs like the Health One Mobile units, the Crisis Response Accountability and trainingand appropriate staffing for our growing cityrequire resources and reforms. Trying again on Tuesday, focused this time on crime, he was the top vote. padding:7px 8px 8px; This plan will be online and accessible to the public with measurable outcomes and defined reporting, and establish progressive, dedicated revenue tied to meeting housing and cleanup goals, restoring public confidence. Results for. Twitter: @jamesbutler4dc. revenue due to COVID-19. Even now, one member of his coalition is running for mayor, and other candidates stand on Washington's broad shoulders. Ballotpedia features 395,420 encyclopedic articles written and curated by our professional staff of editors, writers, and researchers. Seattle will go even further. parent, I want to build a city for my daughter and all children thats just and equitable, where There were no incumbents in this race. The Washington State Debate Coalition hosted a debate focused on public health and safety. We Can Rebuild Our Economy Consistent With Our Progressive Values. In the general election, Bowser faced a trio of challengers all considered marginal: Republican Stacia Hall, Statehood Green Party nominee Corren Brown and independent candidate Rodney Red Grant. Development projects. Building and enhancing Seattles partnership with King County on firearm enforcement, making sure we employ the data gathering, public health leadership, and law enforcement strategies needed to reduce violence in our homes and communities. She said her record included passing paid family leave, expanding pre-K, increasing protections for sexual abuse victims, holding the police department accountable, expanding LGBTQ rights, election reforms, and pandemic assistance for small businesses. } communities. Follow him on Twitter @SpartanSteve. .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h3.votebox-header-office-name { Gonzlez was the city council president as of the election. and accountability. } margin-top: 1em; legal authority over the Seattle Police Department. will not happen under my administration. sold. Continue investing in safe sidewalks and bike lanes while implementing Vision Zero concepts that will help keep every commuter safe. Though Camas-Washougal voters will decide most local elections in the November 2021 general elections, there are still three local races for Washougal's next mayor and two Camas City Council seats that need to have their candidate pool whittled down during the August primary election. We must modernize our Critical, housing levy funded projects are too often needlessly bogged down in our own red tape. Committees affiliated with labor group UNITE HERE! Lightfoot, once a political outsider and reformer candidate, made headlines four years ago as an underdog candidate who beat the odds to become ownership, good jobs, and environmental justice. End exclusionary zoning that makes our neighborhoods sprawl, increasing reliance on From my first year in office, we will treat the homelessness crisis appropriately as the greatest challenge facing our city. and economic justice are inseparable. Establish a minimum 12% of the City budget to address this housing crisis. All Hands on Deck to Solve Homelessness be used for our arts community. By doing so, we will lower emissions, reduce commute times, and boast a world-class transportation system that connects neighbors to jobs, schools, and each other. access to electric vehicles for low income households as well, through electric low Delaying homes in a housing crisis is avoidable and unacceptable. } The pandemic is a major reason why Manier decided to run for reelection in 2021 after saying in a 2016 Journal Star story that the 2017 race would be his last reelection campaign. We Must Act Urgently to Solve This Crisis. work to increase and stabilize this funding. width: 50%; much more we must and can do together. Increase mixed use zoning that allows more corner background-color: #6db24f; CHICAGO (AP) Four years ago, Paul Vallas finished toward the bottom of the pack in a crowded race for Chicago mayor. grants for infrastructure, recovery, and a Green New Deal, Seattle will be ready with While state preemption laws prevent Seattle from taking unilateral action to ban firearms and firearm use in our city, we can elect a Mayor who will be a strong advocate for responsible gun laws, and will work locally to to address gun crimes and health impacts including: As Mayor, I will prioritize a safe and welcoming city regardless of where you live, work, express your faith, or go to school. and income inequality? Voters in Washington, D.C., are deciding the outcome of some D.C. Council seats and whether tipped workers in the District should receive minimum wage before their tips. The pandemic made the homelessness crisis worse, and one time funds are available to help. 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