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King County Seattle City Council Position No. 8

The city council is the legislative body for the city. The council adopts local laws (ordinances) to secure the safety and assist the well-being of the city residents, the city s physical environment and amenities, and the city economy. The council is responsible for approving financial expenditures and adopting the city budget as well as establishing policies and regulations in order to guide the city s future. The elected mayor serves as chief administrative officer for the city.

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    Cooper Hall
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    Jesse A. James
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    Alexis Mercedes Rinck
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    Ray A. Rogers
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    Rachael Savage
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Biographical Information

How do you plan on interacting with the citizens of your city?

What should your city/town’s role be in dealing with environmental issues?

What is your record of public service?

How do you think your city/town should respond to homelessness?

How would you describe your vision for your city?

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Town where you live Seattle
Experience (300 characters max) Candidate for US House of Representatives (2022) - Elected Board Member of The Cascade Party of Washington
My plan for interacting with Seattle's citizens, besides just being as direct as possible, is centered around open active engagement and accessibility. I will host town halls and community meetings, maintain a digital presence, work closely with local organizations, encourage citizen participation in decision-making, and be responsive to constituent inquiries. By fostering a collaborative relationship with the people of Seattle, I aim to build trust, transparency, and a shared sense of purpose. I am also am open to using technology to find creative ways to communicate with the public.
A city's role in dealing with environmental issues should be proactive, engaging, and adaptive. This includes implementing sustainable initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders on evidence-based strategies, staying informed about evolving challenges, and educating citizens on their role in environmental stewardship. A city can lead the way in protecting the environment for current and future generations.
My most significant feat was the assistance in the planning of and execution of a successful independent operation to rescue a domestic abuse victim, resulting in her clean escape from a hostile domicile.
I support investing in affordable housing and supporting programs that provide wraparound services, such as mental health care, addiction treatment, and job training. I also support homelessness prevention methods like eviction prevention programs and tenant protection laws.
I want a Seattle that is safe and affordable. In addition, I want the city as clean as possible, as fun as possible, and with the best public transportation possible!
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Phone 206 581-4279
Email Www.rayrogersforseattle.com
Town where you live Seattle
Experience (300 characters max) I have over 30 years of “ Lived Experience “ as a advocate for those whom are less fortunate, those who are homeless,displaced and addictio. As a recovering addict myself celebrating 30 years of substance abstinence. I know first hand of the needs of Seattle most Vulnerable people.
Through community partnerships & participation. Making time for monthly meetings and an open door policy that affords me to tackle the most important issue dear to the heart of the community I represent.
We should be at the for front providing Meticulous oversight and the willingness to partner with those most effected by those environmental issues
I am the found and executive director of Circle Of Love Outreach Serving our homeless community,addiction, sex trafficking with resources. From food to , shelter, case management and mentorship
Who better to understand homelessness like I do? I was homeless nearly 4 years struggling with addiction and mental health issues. It’s a very complex issue and there is no perfect response, but we first must provide rapp around services and stop decriminalizing those who are homeless. But provide service like crisis care response. Addiction treatment regardless of ability to pay, mental health trauma care for those who have underline mental health that contribute to there drug usage and ultimately has created the downward and spiral. And then case management and peer support for those who have stuck in there to reciprocate the services.
A city that ready for a refreshing voice of compassion and a eagerness to tackle the most complex and complicating issue. A city that has great potential to return to a great economy and economical recovery. Re establishing an holistic approach to community driven policing through the training and hiring incentives to fully staff our law enforcement, yet separating there roll as it relates to responding to certain issues. I see a city under my leadership returning to the vibrant city it once was pre COVID
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