Upper Furneaux Creek has a group of residents that have formed the Friends of Furneaux Creek that focusses on improving and promoting the Furneaux Creek greenbelt. Screenshots of. Have the latest local news delivered to your inbox so you don't miss out on updates. Also, throughout the pandemic, Carrollton offered food and water stations and delivery to homebound citizens. There are programs or services such as Carrollton Cares, the Community Development Block Grant program, The Neighborhood Improvement in Action (IMPACT), Neighborhood Empowerment Zones, and the Neighborhood Partnership Office. I am a life-long resident of Dallas County, having lived in different parts of the county. I led a team of neighbors to get everyone to agree to rewire our condos. Our community has residents from many different countries and religions also. Carrollton should continue these development programs and consider others as different needs arise in the community. I will recommend that the City increase the budget for police overtime so that there can be more patrols for these areas. Education and communication with the citizens of Carrollton are key for prevention. Programs like these are taught to our. MONDAY - This partnership shares resources in order to make delivery of services more efficient. It will attract and keep a young professional workforce in our community. To stay informed on candidates for the May 6 election, visit the City of Carrolltons election page. Receive our newspaper electronically with the e-Edition email. Jeff Dickow Deidra Hays . These opportunities for the city to help its residents and promote neighbor helping neighbor are vital to keeping our neighborhoods attractive and connected. 3. As Carrollton becomes more diverse, more efforts are needed for the City of Carrollton to have intentionally inclusive policies, programs, and practices, and people who are willing to make decisions through the lens of equity-mindedness. For technical questions about how to use this Voter Guide, please email us at Helpme@dallasnews.com. - supporter of Metrocrest Services, Younglife and Aldersgate UMC Food Share, *Metrocrest Services Volunteer for over 20 years - food bank, school supply distribution, thrift store, Santa helper, painting houses, at the Christmas store, individual fundraising events like 10Ks and Greek Food Festival*Parks and Recreation Board for 5 years (the last two years appointed Board Chair)*The Giving Garden of Carrollton the need for fresh vegetables and fruits is great and many lower income citizens do not have access or means to get these things. As Board President, I approved the agenda and helped facilitate meetings where the public and each board member had an opportunity to share their thoughts, ask questions, discuss, etc. Carrollton is a city in Dallas County, Texas. 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. We are fortunate to have a strong tax base of warehouses that provide a strong tax base to add to the significant amount of residential. Jason Carpenter, the Carrollton Planning and Zoning Commissions Chair, filed to run for the Place 2 spot on the council. [1] Federal officials The current members of the U.S. Senate from Texas are: To view a map of U.S. House districts in Texas and find your representative, click here . In my 50 years in the construction industry, I have worked with many city governments, utility companies and transportation authorities. We are Carrollton! Safety was the number 1 priority for the traveling public and all of those involved. For Carrollton City Council. While I dont ascribe to any particular ratio, I do suggest that inclusion and social integration become values guiding such decisions. Box 117284, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: Carrollton has followed the Governors mandate concerning wearing masks, social distancing, business capacity, etc. City Council Meeting 6:00 PM. With support and engagement of surrounding municipalities, we can attract both businesses and residents that support and seek to engage with our community building practices. Title and navigation << < VotePalomo Campaign Paid for by the VotePalomo campaign, Treasurer Carolyn Benavides. The city needs to have condos and townhomes in order to attract young couples so they can experience our city. @OckerForTexas, Facebook: Answer not available, Twitter: I ran for State Representative in 2016 and earned the Dallas Morning News' endorsement. I have grown and donated over 12 different types of vegetables and the Garden donated over 4,400 pounds of food last year. Carrollton City Council Place 1: Covers northeast section of the city Sem Habtemariam Sammy Isaiah Steve Babick (incumbent and Mayor Pro Tem) Place 5: Covers northwest section of the city. Answer not available, Address: 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. IMPORTANT: All entities will ask for identification information of the deceased individual which may include: Jan 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023 John T. Booth Linda Davis . Use the 'Report' link on We need affordable housing for seniors who are downsizing. In the past, I was also involved in the Coppell Chamber of Commerce, but now I focus more on our local Chamber. VotePalomo Campaign. I would encourage the City Manager/ city staff to investigate sustainable opportunities for addressing the infrastructure and other possible new concepts for infrastructure and public safety due to innovations in materials, technology etc. As the situation allowed, various areas were opened for use by the residents. I think it is important that the rating of traditional public school districts also be applied to charter schools . I support charter schools that are well-managed as a good option. votenancycline.com, Age: I would support budgets that prioritize city infrastructure, with a marked focus on assessing the needs of roads and streets. Quality of life in our city is augmented by DART passenger rails Green Line and the new Silver Line, increasing connection to entertainment and sports events and soon, to DFW airport. A schedule was developed and agreed to where all steps were detailed including timing, agreed upon and communicated to the team. My experience in volunteer service as a CFBISD Board member from 2005-2020 brings with it an understanding of the challenges in education today, especially during the pandemic. I have lived, worked, raised two children, worshipped, volunteered, and played in Carrollton since 1988. Let us know what's going on! Turner High School and Hebron High School, also in Carrollton, via social media, announcing he was selling his pills for . As of 2 p.m. Thursday, six total individuals had filed for spots, according to the City of Carrolltons election page. A wide variety of housing choices shows that our community welcomes and embraces diversity and truly wants to be a city for everyone. The town government consists of a mayor and a five-member town council. City Council Members. With a population of about 143,000, Carrolltons single greatest asset is its quality of life. Maguana Qualls Council Meetings are held the 2nd & 4th Monday of every month (EXCEPT Holidays) at City Hall, 750 Clay Street. 48, Address: My daughters and I attended the Black Lives Matter protest held in Carrollton in 2020. The City of Carrollton (in conjunction with the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee) prioritized areas of the City for street, sidewalk and alley improvements and has been working over the years to address the neighborhoods with the greatest needs in one large re-construction project, often receiving funding from CDBG funds, etc. Crisis preparation is part of their agenda and our city is in partnership with Farmers Branch, Addison and Coppell, forming the North Texas SWAT team for dealing with crises. Carrollton City Hall Contact Information. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism I'm on target with my budget, but I need to continue to raise more money to fulfill my goal of reaching out and communicating with Carrollton voters. I feel I can assist with the challenges facing city government. Newman Smith offers the International Business Academy (IBA) while Creekview High School offers the Law and Criminal Justice Academy. Carrollton is mostly built out. Success! I have lived in Carrollton for over a decade. I have made Carrollton my home for 15 years now and I love this city. (972) 898-4668, Web site: - and the medias depiction of them - are rooted in (whether intended or unintended by default) foundations of White supremacy, heteronormative perspectives, and those that reflect the majority (and often most advantaged) population. We have the Green Line that goes to downtown Dallas. The vast majority of the City of Carrollton is built out. Carrollton City Hall Contact Information. Name Carrollton City Hall Address 100 COURT Sq Carrollton, Alabama, 35447 Phone 205-367-8711 Hours Open Daily 12:00 AM-11:59 PM Rev. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. As a self-identified social change agent - not to be confused with the derogatory moniker social justice warrior implying one is looking for a fight - I seek to apply diversity, equity, inclusion, and access principles to governance. @VoteNancyCline, Facebook: I do support affordable housing of any kind because I support socioeconomic diversity. This is the first time I have sought a public office. Carrollton City Council - Place 5. When we work together, we will (and have) build a community that provides for a wonderful quality of life that helps to meet the needs of a diverse community. in Architecture from the University of Texas - Arlington in 1973. (214) 390-5715, Web site: My experience as a civil engineer is timely with the ongoing development of plans for the DART Silver line and IH 35E widening through Carrollton. The mayor should seek to inspire while working diligently to maintain and, where possible, enhance the quality of life of Carrollton's . I led numerous meetings where I developed the schedule and back-up plans after considering all sorts of things that could happen that evening to cause delays and impact the successful completion of placing the bridge. Carrollton response to the pandemic was swift and in the best interest of its residents. The Citys demographics are changing: Carrollton is currently 33% Hispanic/Latinx; 15% Asian, and 8% African American, with a median age of 36. It is important for community to have diverse housing options and Carrollton does. April 3. It must first begin with acts of acknowledgement and reconciliation. The Town of Carrollton is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform demolitions within the City limits of Carrollton. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9140 or call toll free 866-632-9992 English or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (English Federal-relay) or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish . Turner offers the Academy for Media Arts and Technology (AMAT), the Academy of BioMedical Professions (BioMed), and the Math, Engineering, Science, and Technology Academy. Carrollton has seen a consistent decrease in long-term debt and we need to continue that approach. Charter schools are also an important facet of our educational system. As a largely developed-out city, we need to consider appropriate use of the available land on a case-by-case basis appropriate to the surroundings. The City provides grants that may be applied for that HOA may use to enhance the neighborhood with signage, entry markers, or other improvements. By the grace of God (and my parents and ancestors watching over me) I made it home safely. Carrollton currently has three charter schools. This is the primary area of the Citys infrastructure that does not meet expectations of the environmental dimension in its quality of life persona. This is another area in which we are doing something right! Polter and Sung both currently serve on the council in Place 2 and Place 6, respectively. This required the residents in Carrollton to drive long distances and wait in lines to get the vaccine. Simply, no, I would not support aggressive efforts to expand debt now. Call 1-800-422-4661. Don't knowingly lie about anyone racist or sexually-oriented language. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Log in to add candidates to your sample ballot, Age: The City provides grants that may be applied for that HOA may use to enhance the neighborhood with signage, entry markers, or other improvements. Other staffing and equipment, including infrastructure (parks, streets, etc.) As indicated in the previous response, I support any efforts that would contribute to the socioeconomic diversity of the City of Carrollton. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Carrollton has small portions of the City, primarily near the DART rail stations that remain to be developed. With the addition of those two lines, Carrollton will be the second largest passenger rail hub in the Metroplex. www.michellecampaign.com, Age: MONDAY - The county also responded quickly to help maintain the spread of the virus. or anything. 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. 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 . Interacting with the future of Carrollton and helping them achieve goals, like I was helped with scholarships, is the highlight of my year. From a structural perspective, many of Carrolltons roads and streets are in disrepair. Carrollton participates and is a member of the North Texas Commission, the Dallas Regional Chamber, the Regional Transportation Council, and the North Texas Council of Government (NCTCOG COG) so that each community has its own strength but interacts with other communities to strengthen the entire Dallas area. For example, we can promote block parties in neighborhoods. I would ask about training that City staff receives and whether it includes diversity training along with training for working with people with special mental health or physical health needs. While serving as President of Country Place HOA, we had an issue with an area of the creek passing through our community. 1. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Log in to add candidates to your sample ballot, Age: Daisy Palomo | Candidate for Carrollton City Council, Place 6 DAYS UNTIL VOTING DAY Early Voting begins April 24 - May 2 ELECTION DAY, MAY 6TH : : : Days Hours Minutes Seconds EARLY VOTING Schedule: 4/24 MONDAY - 4/28 FRIDAY 8am-5pm 4/29 SATURDAY 7am-7pm 4/30 SUNDAY 12pm-6pm 5/1 MONDAY - 5/2 TUESDAY 7am-7pm Make sure to visit Carrollton is very proud of the sharing of police and fire services with Addison, Farmers Branch and Coppell. I have learned from residents that lately there seems to be an uptick in break-ins now that some homes are vacant as they are being repaired from the great ice storm. *Sponsor of the Earth Club at Hebron High School 2 years currently, -City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission-ACLU committees in Raleigh, North Carolina-Through YWCA Triangle Racial Justice Initiative, planned and partnered events such as Driving While Black and Brown on racial profiling in partnership with local police departments; North Carolina Symphonys Eulogy for a Dream composed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King; expansion of the community-based dialogue program Study Circles on Race and Ethnic Relations -Participation in Fort Worth Black Chamber of Commerce Paths Forward program -College and University Professional Association for Human Resources Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee-Society of Human Resource Managers-Public Relations Society of America-The Ujimaa Group, - CFBISD Board Member - 2005-2020, Board President for 4 years- Master Trustee - Leadership TASB - Texas Association of School Boards- Board Member - American Society of Civil Engineers - 2016-2019 - representing Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Mexico - Past President - Texas Section of American Society of Civil Engineers - 2007-2008- PTA Life Member - Blalack Middle School-PTA officer - varying positions while our chidren were at Kent and Blalack- Creekview High School Band Booster Club - Treasurer -Girl Scout Leader- Leadership Metrocrest - Class 2001-2002 (Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce)- Leadership TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Class 19- Award of Honor - Texas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers- Chair - North Central Texas Council of Governments - Surface Transportation Technical Committee, *Metrocrest Services Volunteer for over 20 years - food bank, school supply distribution, thrift store, Santa helper, painting houses, at the Christmas store, individual fundraising events like 10Ks and Greek Food Festival*Villages of Greenway Park HOA - Board member for 4 years, Social Committee member (organized HOA family events but also organized food, clothing, and school supply collections), volunteer hours for the Neighborhood Enhancement Matching Grant Program (NEMGP) through the Carrollton Neighborhood Partnership office*Building Leadership Team at Hebron High School for 2 years a voted position*The Big Event sponsored by Lewisville Independent School District this only ran for two years one year we went to house of an elderly disabled couple and cleaned their entire front and back yard and the other year we cleaned up trash along the Trinity river*Volunteer at the Union Mission Gospel*Many other volunteering opportunities as they arose, City of Raleigh Human Relations Commission, Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD Board of Trustees - 2005-2020, Texas House of Representatives - HD 65 - 2020- not elected. Ive always had an interest in representing Carrollton, but I profoundly respected the Sutters excellent work, and I felt that they would continue to do a good job, so I did not run against them. District officials and our city government should collaborate to better serve all of Carrollton. We need frank discussions with minority communities, police and other authorities, addressing tensions, grievances, and misconceptions. Our city services three different school districts, CFBISD, LISD and DISD. 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. Our low crime rate enhances our quality of life. Soon we will be able to travel to Plano and DFW airport easily via the Silver Line. 1609 Marsh Ln, APT 109, Carrollton , TX, Campaign or Work Phone Number: Carrollton needs public and private investment in new business, infrastructure, housing and services to ensure continued growth. From 2011 to 2020, I served on the Board of Directors for Country Place HOA in Carrollton. West Carrollton, OH 45449; Phone: (937) 859-5181; Fax: (937) 859-3366; Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; Contact Links. State officials Partnering with the City of Carrollton, two community HOA boards , we were able to resolve the problem in a cost effective permanent solution. Carrollton, GA (30117) . (972) 754-7699, Web site: Don't Threaten. All members of the Council are elected at-large and serve three-year staggered terms. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Texas A&M UniversityM.A. Keep it Clean. The process in Dallas County started slower but is working better now and soon any resident of Carrollton seeking a vaccine should be able to have received one soon. Carrollton is the third most vital rail hub after the Cities of Dallas and Fort Worth and the Downtown DART / future DCTA train hub will provide additional connectivity to the DFW area. Like our families, we must carefully weigh the benefit of growth before we strap ourselves - and our futures - with additional debt. My efforts improved the entire community. We need a ratio that would promote home ownership and allow people to feel integrated into our community. Have the latest local news and sports delivered to your inbox so you are always up to date. Not just the citizens individually, but the community that citizens develop. Currently, Carrollton is expanding their trails systems and revitalizing parks. Affordable housing is and will always be needed in growing communities and Carrollton is no different. Select candidates from the list below to compare their answers to our questionnaire: Voting for this election ended May 1, 2021. Donate. What I would like to see is for the affordable units to be blended into multi-use developments. It is my goal to serve others through dedicating my time and talents to our community. MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC) TASC: Total Administrative Services Corporation is the City of Carrollton's COBRA/Retiree Health Insurance vendor. I'm proud of the work our City Council has done in lowering our property taxes over the last 7 years. I am proud that Carrollton currently has broad and diverse housing options for its residents. www.facebook.com/AnnetteFORCarrolltonCityCouncilPlace5, https://www.facebook.com/Nancy Cline for Carrollton City Council, https://www.facebook.com/AnnetteFORCarrolltonCityCouncilPlace5, Assistant Vice President Institutional Equity and Diversity, Director of Diversity and InclusionThe University of North Texas, Bachelor of Arts, School of Journalism and Mass CommunicationThe University of North Carolina at Chapel HillConcentration: Public RelationsMinor: French, Cornell Certified Diversity Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner (CCDP/AP)Cornell University ILR School, Master of Business AdministrationStrayer UniversityConcentration: Marketing and Human Resources, Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education ( In Progress)The University of North Texas, B.S. 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. Address, Phone Number, and Fax Number for Carrollton City Hall, a Town & City Hall, at Bradley Street, Carrollton GA. Name Carrollton City Hall Address 315 Bradley Street Carrollton, Georgia, 30117 Phone 770-830-2000 Fax 419-683-3665
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