Public safety tops the list of concerns for many residents of District 2. Ive been devoting myself to community building since then. For me its about action and solutions, it is time to get things done. Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion. Jim Bennett. Defunding the police was a severe mistake. With a better presence of community involvement, we can better address other pressing issues such as economic improvement, public safety, affordable housing, the inland port and our parks and streets.. I also had a career in the arts as a professional swing dance instructor, music promoter and filmmaker. We must reform the Redevelopment Agency to address affordable housing more directly. | Download Raw Summary Data. If we dont plan for these changes now, we will end up with a disconnected and undesirable result. Dennis is a veteran who enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during the first Gulf War after high school. We must use these funds to focus on supporting those who are suffering from the consequences of the still ongoing pandemic. For my community, I advocate for a strong mixed-income/mixed-use housing development strategy that allows for housing options at a variety of price points with predictable commerce infrastructure. Five candidates are running in Salt Lake City's District 5, which includes the Ballpark neighborhood. Third, we must continue to invest in reliable particulate data as air quality dynamics change. Round. Whoever is elected in District 2 will only serve a two-year term. About. The City Council will appoint a replacement for Rogers in November, after the election. Climate Change We are facing a dire situation regarding our rapidly changing climate. We cant snap our fingers and solve it, but we can act in a matter that is fair to those in the streets and our residents. Public policy. Occupation: Consultant and chief operating officer. So, as we grow and provide housing, we are also contributing back to the community. I think fostering a better sense of ownership will also increase involvement, and that will come as we continue to improve our westside and make it a place we are even more proud to call home. Pandemic aid should be directed to the recovery and improvement of our small businesses and improving our workforce. I have a bachelor of science in geology, so Im somewhat trained in science and could help with that. To work with you. People and communities should benefit from growth, not developers and large corporations. While CARES Act funding was originally utilized for short-term solutions to address the immediate needs created by the pandemic, rescue plan funds allow us to build upon what we have learned, leveraging additional resources, and investing in long-term solutions. As I suggested to the Racial Equity in Policing Commission in January 2021, the SLCPD should have hired an outside entity to examine why over one hundred officers left the department. Both Fowler and Raskin agreed that cutting budgets is not a solution to effective policing, and Fowler pointed to the City Councils 2020 vote to increase pay for the departments officers. [], Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR). Salt Lake Citys District 5 has a disproportionate number of abandoned and boarded structures that shouldnt be allowed to just rot for decades. Im a former bartender who once made Robin Williams smile. Id like to invest in projects that improve our quality of life today and plan for the future of our city without significant impacts on future budgets. We also need to look for creative solutions to housing. We need to be sure to maintain the citys character and all of the reasons we love it as we see this growth. I think rezoning westward is another important option to consider in dealing with our citys growth, and will support options to expand in a sustainable and healthy manner. Includes the Avenues, Capitol Hill and Marmalade neighborhoods, Temple Square and City Creek Canyon. I hope you and your family are safe and well this holiday season. Our citys air quality is often among the worst in the world and it will only continue to get worse if not made an absolute priority with aggressive goals and plans to reverse the damage climate change is doing. I hope our rescue plan investments will be more focused on catalytic projects and programs that will impact the city for future generations. 3,798 (65.2%) 1,666 (28.6%) 365 (6.3%) 18 with no choices left AMY FOWLER BEN RASKIN RAINER HUCK Inactive Ballots. Preserving and protecting our open spaces, parks and trails. My first goal is to move forward our work in diversity, equity and inclusion. Im interested in exploring inclusionary zoning or significant affordable housing bonuses to get moderately affordable housing out on the market without using city taxpayer money. Cherie Wood. Im running to be a strong voice for our community. Includes the Ballpark and Liberty Wells neighborhoods and Liberty Park. In addition to working as the Business & Community Engagement Liaison for Volunteers of America, Dennis served as the chairman and the vice chairman of the Poplar Grove Community Council for over 10 years, and was a founding member of the Westside Coalition, bringing together all six west-side community councils to work together on issues. Let's Collaborate! There is no one perfect solution to any problem and/or tragedy no matter what anybody thinks or how bad we want it to be. Our housing first model has failed us. This neighborhood is full of potential, and developers are beginning to invest. As Utah's statewide historic nonprofit, Preservation Utah wishes to inform voters about the positions of . We learned through the pandemic that our community needs to become a place to work, shop and live. At the same time, have as few laws as possible and all of them easily understood by the general public. Clustered deeply affordable housing will perpetuate intergenerational poverty. Our greatest assets in Sugar House are our parks and trail systems. The U.S. has only 5% of the worlds population but has 25% of its prison population. This would be a start. We need to downzone historic districts so the risk of development is low for the properties we are trying to protect. sltrib.com 1996-2023 The Salt Lake Tribune. Raskin lost in the general election on November 2, 2021. In addition to working with local businesses, Im an opera singer and voice teacher with a doctorate in vocal performance. Elections 2021 See also: City elections in Salt Lake City, Utah (2021) General election General election for Salt Lake City Council District 7 Rain barrels would be available for discounted purchase. please get in touch: [emailprotected]. I support rezoning efforts for higher-density units, accelerated building license application reviews and lower impact fees. Last year, I learned how to create drought-resistant landscapes, learned how to weld, and sew. We must require equitable opportunities, working with the Redevelopment Agency and Economic Development Department to INVEST in us not try to fix us or save us. Tuesday, November 2, 2021. We are no more than five years away from the time where a majority of commuter traffic will be autonomous electric cars. When the market crumbled then, a number of class action lawsuits were filed for workmanship defects. I am not a fan of overly dense housing options because of its impact on the character of our west-side community, but I do feel that thinking outside the box (such as accessory dwelling units) will provide more opportunities for that growth while keeping our neighborhoods from becoming wall-to-wall apartments. When the bridge burned and creosote fell from the sky and neighbors wondered why their asthma was acting up, there was a notable void in communication from the city. In return, developers need to maintain a lower rent for a larger portion of their properties. Salt Lake City Council District 7. Amyearned a Bachelor of Science in BiologyfromSeattle Universitybefore obtainingherlaw degree from the University of Utah. Salt Lake City must incentivize developers to take on the additional financial risk of developing affordable housing. Im excited to leverage federal dollars with funding from the state to aggressively build more units and more deeply affordable units. The city has several entities that play a role in affordable housing, including the citys Redevelopment Agency and the Housing Authority of Salt Lake City. The addition of accessory dwelling units to neighborhoods has shown that added density does not destroy neighborhood character. Voters in Rose Park, Westpointe, and Jordan Meadows will elect a new District 1 City Council member this November, since former Council Member James Rogers resigned in early October. The governments job is to help provide resources to the people and prevent outside sources from interfering. So, if you live in the district I have walked down your street., I am running to be an advocate for the residents of District 5. It nearly always leads to the exact opposite of what youre trying to do. Beyond that, the sound barriers on highways and crumbling sidewalks need investment. We have a history of zoning, planning and historic districts that have protected the character of the city we love. Our two biggest challenges are homelessness and community policing. Air quality/climate change and electoral reform. Water Whiskey is for drinking, but water is for fighting. December allows us to reflect on important and meaningful moments from the year. Asking developers and new buildings to be green, LEED-certified is essential and will ensure that as we build, were planning for the additional use of resources in our struggling climate. The solution is not to increase density by encouraging developers to replace moderate rented houses with higher-density market-rate apartments. Remember, your interest and input will help shape our future. The District 1, 3, 5, and 7 seats were up for regular election to four-year terms, and the District 2 seat was up for special election to a two-year term. At the same time, we can preserve the diverse intersection of socioeconomic ranges, ages and ethnicities that makes Salt Lake Citys District 2 the wonderful place it is. We need to support organizations that provide reliable health care and services to women and their families Id use remaining funds to support organizations focused on women: Planned Parenthood, the Rape Recovery Center, Geraldine E. King Womens Resource Center and others. I have strongrelationships with my colleagues in the council and mayors offices who already see me as an urban design expert. Show color matching the transfer, Highlight the current round when interactive, Use longform description instead of timeline, Is this election a Preferential Block Voting election? The ordinance proposed by the citys Civilian Police Accountability Council will go a long way toward solving this problem. We should look to public health experts, better comprehensive data collection and case management, and develop a unified agenda and vision within the region. Occupation: Real estate agent, residential and commercial. Improving and expanding our police department. 1 just add or change a few words like respect, honesty, courage, commitment. I must ensure that you are as well informed as possible, that you have as much opportunity to make comments and have your voice heard at every level of our city government. Show print-friendly instead? Salt Lake Citys green space is abundant but requires much more investment, especially on the west side. So we need to make sure that people who commit crimes pay for those crimes. So our efforts to decrease homeless populations are impeded by countering efforts resulting in more addiction. We need to pass new zoning ordinances which will allow the missing-middle housing (town houses and small apartment buildings) to be built in more places throughout the city. SLC faces difficult issues but with determination and innovative solutions I believe were up to the challenge. YES. Neighborhood development and transportation. Less than market-rate housing is part of the answer, but less than market-rate housing is not the same as affordable housing. Help expand Ballotpedia's elections coverage - volunteer with us, The city of Salt Lake City, Utah, held general elections for city council on November 2, 2021. Meet the 19 candidates running for Salt Lake City Council The following districts are up for reelection: District 1 From I-15 and 900 West to 8525 West, and from I-80 to 2500 North. Beyond that, the No. I am always here to listen and to address your questions and concerns. Alternating colors, How do display elimination bars: Salt Lake City should force UTA to implement $1 bus fares., When I started this campaign, I decided to walk every street in District 5. 2021 GENERAL ELECTION SALT LAKE COUNTY, UTAH 11/17/2021 09:03 AM . After a third homeless shelter was announced for the Ballpark neighborhood in August 2021, I led a community response demanding that Salt Lake City initiate zoning changes: a moratorium on new shelters until an equitable distribution and placement process is developed. Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Round 1. All candidates agreed the citys Sugar House neighborhood is growing too fast, with Raskin calling for a moratorium on high-density development, echoed by Huck, and Fowler admitting she couldnt afford the house she currently lives in if she were looking to buy now. Ive learned a lot from historic preservation projects, including Arctic Court, the Fourth Avenue Pump House, the Salt Lake City Cemetery, Fisher Mansion and the Union Pacific Station. Do we need to add a streetlight where neighbors are requesting one? | Oct. 29, 2021, 3:59 p.m. . Im an avid scooterist and recently rode from Maine to California in 10 days as part of the Scooter Cannonball. The candidates also touched on public safety, drought and air quality, and consensus remained elusive. I see a future for our neighborhood with walkable eateries, coffee shops and boutiques that are locally owned and operated as central to the landscape. Money continues to influence politics and steers elected officials away from constituents they were elected to represent. Here on the west side, if we made a call, oftentimes if it was not a violent crime, they wouldnt even send an officer there because there were so many criminals that if they arrested one, they had to release another one from jail. The debate started with both candidates agreeing that the citys current approach to homelessness needs work, although they had different ideas for solutions Barnes pointed to a bed and breakfast-type solution in England, while Petro-Eschler wants to see a three-year homeless crisis plan.. Youll find I have the longest history serving our west-side neighborhoods. The debate was centered around housing prices and development, with candidates taking on issues like high-density building, low-income areas and affordable housing. After living in Guatemala for five years, Amy returned to Utah. They must return to the mission for which they were founded, which was to protect people and their property from violent criminals. Please feel free to contact me or my constituent liaison, Julee Mori, at city.council.liaisons@slcgov.com or 801-535-7600, at any time. If I cant convince you, I may express my disagreement, but in the end, I must always vote in the way that best represents your wishes and desires. We can do better than that. It took over 40 days, and I covered 86.1 miles. Working to make unsheltered homelessness brief and rare by creating opportunities for affordable housing and supporting our homeless resource centers. Its going to take a lot of different steps to return to a normal market. Together, we can champion local businesses, improve municipal services and public safety, and become a model for other historic neighborhoods., Ill work tirelessly for District 7 and all Salt Lakers. I have presented a shared vision for the west side and real solutions for our future. By utilizing a variety of tools such as inclusionary zoning, infill, and missing-middle developments, we can create higher opportunity index zones for all of our residents to benefit. Unsheltered population This is an unfortunate public health issue impacting our city. We need to work on reducing systemic barriers to the homeless like identification requirements and requiring shelter stays to access other types of housing aid. Fowler assumed office in 2018. Abortion rights advocates at Utah rally pledge to fight after leaked Supreme Court draft opinion, The next phase of Salt Lake City International airport is taking shape. SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) - All week long from Oct. 11 to Oct. 15, ABC4 will host a series of debates for the Salt Lake City Council District Elections. We need to work to find long-term solutions to protect and support wetlands and the Great Salt Lake, create strong tax incentives to quickly embrace renewable energy, and encourage pedestrian and mass transit. Daniel Tuutau did not participate in the debate, citing a prior conflict with the Utah Opera Chorus, and was performing at the Capitol Theatre. Please contact us about the issues that impact your local election. Born and raised in Utah, Amy spent much of her life exploring the mountains, rivers and valleys surrounding Salt Lake City. This deal gives millions away at taxpayers expense, dollars that can be used for truly affordable housing. We have many important issues facing our city including pandemic recovery, public safety, homelessness, air quality and many others. 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