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New Castle County Council District 7

The County Council is the legislative arm of New Castle County government. The council includes 13 members, one elected from each of 12 districts plus the council president, who is elected at-large. Council members must be citizens of the United States, residents of their district for at least one year, and over 24 years of age when elected. The County Council studies issues that affect the operation of the government and the citizens it represents. Council writes and passes laws and resolutions that improve the operation and protect the health and welfare of the citizens of New Castle County. County Council determines tax rates, oversees county services, and authorizes issuance of bonds to finance county projects.Council members serve staggered four-year terms.

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    George Smiley
    (Dem)

Biographical Information

What are your qualifications for office, and (if challenged) what differentiates you from the other candidate(s)?

What do you see as the most urgent issues in your County at this time?

Do you think any strategic changes are needed in the county’s approach to growth & development, land use or transportation planning for the coming decade? (Yes or No). Please explain.

How will you ensure that your county has land use measures that allow for the development of affordable housing?

How will you engage with residents, especially minorities, to ensure their voices are heard and considered in decision-making processes?

Campaign Phone 302-463-4250
Campaign Email gsmiley326@verizon.net
Neighborhood/area of residence Swanwyck Estates
Education High School Graduate (William Penn HS)
Work Experience Restaurant and take out work starting at 12 years old., Various Teamster Union jobs and elected offices, County Council
Community Involvement Served on Civic Association and performed whatvever needed to be done
I have proved myself to be honest, attentive to detail and constituent issues, fiscally responsible and above all my priority is to serve those in need of asssitance.
Maintaining fiscal responsibility and maintaining an open and ethical government. While Public Safety, Libraries, Parks, Open Space, sewer service, etc. are all important, none can be property achieved and maintained without fiscal restraint and responsibility.
Yes. I believe we always to better by adjusting our code.
We must improve the County incentives so developers can build affordable housing and still maintain a financially stable business.
The same way I do now. I am constantly walking in their communities and attending their events and meetings. Not to mention every telephone number I have is published on everything coming from the seventh district office as well as the answering service.