website
www.chauntyllforward4.com
As a lifelong resident, youth advocate, school board member, and organizer, I’ve spent decades working on the front lines of public safety, education, housing, and economic justice. I don’t just talk about equity, I’ve built coalitions, pushed policy, and stood up in difficult moments to make real change.
I’ve led through countless situations that required deep listening, accountability, and action. My campaign is powered by working people, not special interests. I will continue to center the voices of those most impacted by city policy and fight for systems that truly serve everyone.
I'm running to continue serving my community and delivering results that improve people’s lives.
Community Safety, Economic Prosperity and Housing Stability. These priorities reflect my experience as an organizer, educator, and longtime Ward 4 resident. I believe safety comes from care, not punishment; we need to identify new revenue streams for the city that take the burden off homeowners; housing must be a human right; and youth deserve real investment—not neglect or criminalization.
For me, representation starts with presence. I go where the people are—transit stops, rec centers, schools, and meetings. I’ll lead the same way on City Council, through regular town halls, multilingual outreach, and true co-governance. I’ll make sure city decisions reflect the lived experiences of immigrants, youth, LGBTQ+ folks, elders, people with disabilities, and working families. My campaign is powered by community, and that’s how I’ll govern too.
Effective leadership means knowing when to push, when to listen, and how to build coalitions that get results. I’ve shown I can do that through my work on the Saint Paul School Board where I’ve navigated budgets, built consensus, and stayed true to my values while working across lines of difference. On City Council, I’ll work with the Mayor and colleagues toward shared goals and communicate openly, making sure Ward 4 knows what’s happening at City Hall.
The first step is meeting people with dignity, compassion, and real solutions. I’ve done street outreach and worked with unhoused residents, so I know the needs are complex—but care must come first. I’ll push for low-barrier, trauma-informed shelter and more supportive housing. I’ll advocate for humane, coordinated responses to encampments and long-term investments in deeply affordable housing. Everyone deserves safety and to be treated like a human being.
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Contact Phone
6124149661
website
https://www.carolynwillforcitycouncil.com/
I have lived in Saint Paul for 33 years, in four different wards. I raised my family here, and I love Saint Paul. I bring a strong business mindset to this position. I own my boutique public relations agency, CW Marketing & Communications. Through my work, I have put together partnerships that have supported our local businesses and nonprofits. Last summer, I brought together the owners of the empty building at Grand Ave and Victoria (former Pottery Barn), the Saint Paul Chamber and Grand Avenue Business Association, to produce a gorgeous window gallery displaying 30 years of Circus Juventas costumes, to recognize their 30th Anniversary. 36 costumed mannequins and props brightened and energized an empty storefront block, once a focal pt.
1. Value for our taxes:
As your representative, I will ensure that your property taxes are working for you.
Transparency and accountability in city spending will be my priority.
2. Public Safety on Transit
Public safety is essential for our community.
I will work to enhance safety measures on public transit to keep our citizens safe.
3. Clean Public Parks, Public Spaces and Protecting our Strong Tree Canopy
When our sidewalks are clean, swept and shoveled, it naturally generates respect.
This summer, I am hosting Saturday morning socials in the city parks in all areas of Ward 4. It’s been a great way to invite people to meet with me and their neighbors, and share what’s happening in their area, what’s important to them, and what problems they need solved. I would like to keep these free socials going in some form to invite people to have that one-on-one time to talk outside the office.
I am a communications professional, and I value clear channels of communication. I would make a point of getting to know each of the Council Members and the Mayor, in order to gain an understanding of the priorities from each of their constituencies.
I will show up and I promise to be present and engaged.
I WILL attend council meetings. I WILL listen to constituent concerns. And I WILL work tirelessly to solve problems that matter to Ward 4.
I want all of us to feel proud to live in Ward 4.
I would begin by listening to a solid representation of the unhoused to learn what they believe have been their stumbling blocks, and what they believe the city and community could be doing to address their barriers to living in a more secure manner.
Saying that the unhoused have drug issues or mental issues is an excuse not to help. We can be doing more. We can learn from practices that have worked or show promise, and start building out a strategy. We evaluate, revise, & repeat until success.
