Key points from District 3 candidates Avery, Getaw
Incumbent Larry Avery Jr. Economic development: Supports public-private partnerships and pursuing grants to bring new revenue into the city. Youth and seniors: Proposed directing some new revenue toward programs for young people and seniors. Homelessness: Supports partnerships with organizations providing services to homeless residents. Substance abuse: Supports community partnerships and rehabilitation programs. Public safety: Supports […]
Key points from District 1 candidates Latham, Kyle
Incumbent Tanya Latham Neighborhood revitalization: Supports strengthening neighborhood associations and helping them pursue grants for improvements. Housing: Wants to address dilapidated housing and increase affordable housing options. Economic development: Wants District 1 residents prepared to take advantage of new employment opportunities, including jobs connected to Minth. Community partnerships: Supports public-private partnerships to address neighborhood needs. […]
Gadsden mayoral candidates discuss economic development, city services at forum
Candidates from several local races outlined their priorities to Gadsden residents on Sunday at a nonpartisan candidate forum sponsored by Gadsden’s Divine Nine ahead of the Aug. 25 election. The Divine Nine chose two moderators, Judge Nikki Tinker and Tony Reddick, former superintendent for Gadsden City school, to ask each candidate about their priorities and […]