Newark 3-A, 3-B & 3-CCity Council Members are elected representatives who serve on the legislative body of a city. They are responsible for making local laws (ordinances), approving budgets, and overseeing city operations. Council members work with the mayor and city staff to ensure city services are delivered and that the community’s needs are addressed.Source: Ohio Revised Code §§ 731.01–731.32, 733.01–733.34
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9252096617
Contact Email
marci.fones@gmail.com
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Marci Fones for Newark
Education (30 words)
BA in Speech Communication, CSUF. Equivalent BA in Business-Organizational Development. Also attended BYU for Communications
Current job (10 words)
Director HR, Federal Security Officer for Nexsys Electronics Inc. dba Medweb, MFones Consulting
Work experience/qualifications (60 words)
Extensive experience in change management, continuous improvement, quality management systems, human resources and community service. Served on executive teams of multi-billion dollar international organizations as well as small start ups, including my own. Led successful community projects
phone
9252096617
Assuring the financial resources to support infrastructure, public safety, and community development.
Newark is undergoing an evolution; we need to expand while preserving our historical significance.
It is important to acknowledge and address diverse needs of all citizens within the city.
Balancing Housing and Services resources to ensure adequate funding for all citizens and service providers needs.
Educational Resources are under strain and require attention.
We need proactive, realistic planning regarding growth and its implications for public safety and infrastructure needs.
My background in quality management systems and continuous improvement equips me to streamline city operations, reduce waste, and boost efficiency for municipal projects and services.
My extensive experience in organizational development helps to update processes and implement best practices, making local government more accountable and responsive to residents.
A track record of successful community projects, emphasizing listening sessions and broader collaboration across diverse groups.
My knowledge of how to structure policies that truly reflect neighborhood needs rather than top-down solutions.
My career in HR and consulting along with my knowledge of the human side will be important for workforce development initiatives to support employment growth, aligning with local goals like job creation and increased median incomes.
Campaign theme, “Forward. Better. Together.”, underscores my commitment to progress and building consensus among Newark’s different communities.
Bring balance, humanity and transparency to City Council community communications
Improve city infrastructures through out Newark, including safe roads and passages for motor vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists.
Assure the support needed for our vital services departments (Fire, Police, Water and other vital services), including long term compensation plans and equipment needs.
Work with contractors and City Planning departments to develop plans for affordable housing options along with other housing projects to meet the needs of growth requirements as well as some of our more vulnerable populations.
Look at the whole issue of vulnerable populations within Newark with long term comprehensive solutions.
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