We can use the data to address the concerns that are leading to decreased enrollment. Former board member for African American Leadership Council for 12 years. In St. Paul, voters will make two big decisions: Who will lead the city as mayor and will the city set a 3 percent cap on rent increases. There are also races for city council, mayor and school board across the east metro. Visit the links below to see who is on the ballot and their case for getting your vote. Basic services will be funded if I am elected mayor, and policies to ensure they remain fully funded into the future will be put in place. Are judges and city/county attorneys being too lenient? I would work intentionally to maintain open communication with our bargaining units, work with district leadership to promote good-faith bargaining and attend bargaining sessions as I'm able to keep myself informed about the process. They have a chance to get ahead and save a lot of money in the long run. A quarter-century ago, a Metropolitan Council staff person said there was no political will to help them address it. A public safety leader with experience in emergency management, incident command, threat prevention and mitigation, and community partnerships. Most citizens, particularly in high-crime areas, want this. Currently, Mayor Carter is funding public safety programs by underfunding the St. Paul Police Department. We have numerous people who would like to be in our schools to help our newest arrivals who cannot do so due to things as simple as not being able to pass a test in English. I hope to bring my extensive background in institutional change management, strategic planning and inclusive community engagement to the table as an agent of the public, helping the district navigate the potentially very turbulent waters ahead with the implementation of this initiative. Research has shown that many children are either a perpetrator or the victim of crime during the late hours of the night. Chicago Votes for Mayor in a Race Dominated by Crime and Policing. What do you think the district is doing right in serving their needs? Forty years ago, SPPS experienced a major decline in enrollment only to be remedied by the arrival of immigrant and refugee families from other countries. Any governing agreements executed between the city and the developer would have to be monitored and adhered to by the next mayor(s) for the entire term of the agreement. Additionally, I believe it's crucial that as an individual member, I come to conversations early and I see my role as one where I could be proactive instead of waiting to interact when tensions are heightened. It siphons out tax dollars that can be used to repair roads, fund schools, etc. WebWelcome to the Saint Paul DFL 2023 Saint Paul Caucus & Convention Dates Are Official The 2023 Saint Paul DFL Caucus and Convention dates are public and official! They have been utilizing community policing for over 30 years. Policies mandating price controls, whether on food or rent, only creates scarcity and higher prices. It will now be essential for the board to monitor progress and implementation and be ready to quickly adjust course if needed. Author of two published books. It is best to create consistent practices, parameters and priorities by which SPPS engages all its bargaining units. The district's ELL program provides the tools to the ELL teachers to get students from not speaking English at all to being integrated into a system and making academic gains. Check the Secretary of States website for information about registering to vote , voting early by mail or voting early in person at your local elections office. Because the graduation rates for students of color from those earlier times are not great, the confidence and patience these families have for SPPS in the present is minimal. To be effective, any plan would require access to both language and cultural translation. The mayor's office has a unique opportunity to intervene in this cycle. That's why over the past four years, we've expanded investments in downtown mill and overlay and sidewalks, developed the first-ever dedicated bikeway funding and redeveloped Ayd Mill Road. For many, they are too high to provide adequate support. I would like to build a digital community network platform to make it easier for citizens to interact and assess this information. Previous administrations have neglected infrastructure maintenance to fund their personal pet projects. We list all the endorsed Republican Candidates voters can elect within the City Limits of St Paul, MN, not the ones that have a similar zip code. Republish. After graduating in 2016, I've stayed involved and active in district-related issues and have been an advocate for initiatives ranging from increasing culturally relevant curriculum to strategies for increasing enrollment and retention. The Star Tribune Editorial Board has endorsed outcomes or candidates in more than 30 of the ballot choices Minneapolis and St. Paul voters will face on Tuesday. Information and forms for filing reports. Mutual respect is the best landing spot for all 27 bargaining units in St. Paul Public Schools. I believe property owners are more qualified to determine what their rates should be to cover expenses. We must continue to diversify our workforce: We are working to recruit, train and retain employees of color at all levels of the district. In regard to housing, it's critical that we continue to leverage investments that support our residents' ability to secure stable and affordable housing, like our Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Families First Rent Supplement Program and connecting people experiencing homelessness to support, services and resources. COVID-19 disrupted students' lives for 18 months and continues into the present. It has exacerbated pre-existing disparities. Residents of Minnesota's capital city are heading to the polls this fall to elect a mayor and school board members. Creating the Railroad and Riverboat Museum of Minnesota within Union Depot, bringing new life to our famous Winter Carnival (in danger of moving to the fairgrounds, in Falcon Heights) and restoring our July Fourth celebrations will also occur. This comprehensive strategy has led to a five-year low in crime in downtown, including a 20% decrease over the past year alone. Cheryl Youakim State Representative (DFL-Hopkins) (DFL-Saint Paul) Steve St. Paul has an excellent and progressive police department. Upon returning to the Twin Cities, I studied and graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in psychology. Public figures: Assembly Members Michael Benedetto and Charles Fall (co-endorsement with Eric Adams), New York City Council Member Fernando Cabrera (as his No. I suggest an increased focus on practical applications of using English such as working as a team, starting and completing large projects, and managing a budget. Often due to crime, long-term owner occupancy units are sold to rental property owners. I fought for equal rights for girls in sports, becoming the first female wrestler in St. Paul's Harding class of 2000. Furthermore, I have served on the Highland District Council as vice president and as a member of the Community Engagement Committee. We must acknowledge that all children have their own unique set of needs and children learning a second or third language are included in that. WebEndorsements News DONATE Endorsements. I graduated from Metropolitan State University with a bachelor's in history and a master's in liberal studies. Our efforts to help small businesses thrive, build infrastructure, support great schools, recruit high-wage jobs and provide great public services including recreational amenities can all pale in comparison to the importance of public safety. I was pleased to see substantial allocations for targeted student services and mental health and social-emotional learning. The citizens assess the danger and appropriate staff is sent. Since my first days as a City Council member, I've dedicated my work to that end, developing the ordinances that would go on to establish our Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity Department in St. Paul. I've also run for City Council (Ward 2) and am not embarrassed by placing second four of five times. But this time, after finishing well ahead of eight other candidates Tuesday in the first round of balloting, Vallas has emerged as the front-runner. Concentrated areas of poverty negatively impact quality of life. From parks buildings to city streets, St. Paul faces a substantial backlog of infrastructure maintenance that, in many cases, has been delayed repeatedly. Pandemic response team, mental health teams, special education services, school building safety, teacher and teaching assistant sign-on bonuses. CHICAGO When Paul Vallas ran for mayor of Chicago four years ago, it did not go well. I am a past president of our school's parent group, I have worked with our teachers union, I have served on district committees, I have formed a group to advocate for a citywide charter school moratorium and more. But most importantly, SPPS needs leaders who ensure that administrators are held accountable for their actions, that progress is being made toward goals in the strategic plan and proactive communication with the diverse families that make up SPPS. The argument is circular as leadership continues to believe they need ever more dominion over citizens and all aspects of housing here to correct problems they helped create. Vallas said. What is missing from that plan or needs to be given higher priority? It has finally become a national priority. Mayoral Candidate Cook County commissioner Brandon Johnson gives a speech to his supporters during his election watch party at El Palais Bu-Sche at 4628 W. Washington Blvd. I support both sides of the equation educating people without hyperbole and misleading campaigns on the pros and cons of rent control. Johnson won endorsements of Squad member Delia Ramirez and freshman US Representative Jonathan Jackson, son of Jesse Jackson. Challenges of this magnitude require focused initiative on behalf of the state and federal government along with our entire community. Mayoral hopeful Paul Vallas brings complicated Chicago Public Schools legacy. Webpolitical@northstar.sierraclub.org Vote for Kate Knuth for Mayor of Minneapolis Nov 1, 2021 Sierra Club's Peter Wagenius joined Kate Knuth to talk about her ambitious Minneapolis Green New Deal Plan, and why she's our endorsed candidate for Mayor. Established connections with community groups, nonprofits and businesses due to past associations and committee memberships. A charter school moratorium. The district simply can't sustain continued decreases in enrollment, and it's going to take a comprehensive approach to reverse this damaging trend. I take a "yes and" approach: Fund SPPD and support policing alternatives. Chicago Votes for Mayor in a Race Dominated by Crime and Policing. I am a graduate of St. Paul Public Schools, and my wife Kristin and I have two daughters that attend SPPS. Elected to three terms on the St. Paul City Council and one term on the Ramsey County Board. Campaign Finance. Needless city and county spending has been the long-standing driver of ever-higher housing costs, including rents, here. Patrol officers will be given paid time (30%) to engage the community they serve. Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) organizer Brandon Johnson, 46, who secured 20.29% of the votes is headed to the runoffs, where he'll be challenged by Chicago Public Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas, who served as the first CEO of Chicago Public Schools, faces scrutiny for his decisions to forgo payments to the pension fund and hand out harsh probations for underperforming schools. Shall we have term limits for elected officials, and shall we repeal ranked-choice voting or keep it? Poverty and deep disparities that too many of our residents find themselves stuck in is the most pressing issue our city faces. My passion to help others runs deep as I am the founder and president of the Langenfeld Foundation (est. Whether it's school culture, a lack of transparency or that the services students and families need to thrive are missing, that's information that can shape what we prioritize within the budget. 3. We also need to make the process easier for people speaking the languages in highest need that our ELL teachers do not speak, such as Karen, Somali, etc., to enter our schools. Strong knowledge of Ramsey County, city of St. Paul and surrounding community. Mayoral candidate Paul Vallass son Gus was one of three San Antonio police officers who fatally shot a Black man who was fleeing in March 2022, a spokesperson for the campaign confirmed on Feb. 8. PAUL MAYOR Melvin Carter Age: 42 What qualifies you to hold this position? For the current rent control measure on the ballot, I believe it is too restrictive. 2 selection in ranked-choice voting, Rev. This years St. Paul mayoral race will once again feature ranked voting. We must listen to children and their families and understand their cultural norms, interests and abilities to ensure positive outcomes. I coached football for L.E.S. We must continue to prioritize resources: Under my leadership, we have moved to a priority-based budget so we know what we are paying for upfront. I opened my first 8218 Truce Center on Lexington Parkway and Selby Avenue in St. Paul. Vallas said. Every citizen in St. Paul should have a chance to feel safe. We do that by advancing accessibility, safety, equity and affordability in everything that we do. Students do better when they receive more individual attention at school. The public has seemingly had enough of the needless spending in lieu of basic services they are paying for. Endorsements: DFL Environmental Caucus, Friends of Lake Hiawatha, MN350 Action Other candidates running for mayor include AJ Awed, Bob Carney, St. Paul, MN 55114 (651) 641-6199. I'm a financial aid administrator, former classroom teacher, DFL leader and labor union organizer with a master's in education and experience supporting student development. Sadly, they are becoming increasingly involved in more violent crime. This time around, Vallas received a number of high-profile endorsements, including from the Chicago Tribune and Ald. There are over 34,000 students and over 3,000 employees in SPPS. Work closely with the judges, probation officers and city and county attorneys so that we are effectively holding guilty parties, including guilty parties identifying as youth, more accountable to their criminal activities. Safe streets first! Former board member and entertainment chair of Rondo Inc. Former board member of MLK Statewide Celebration. Among the many strategies our city can engage in to support this vision, the prospect of developing rent stabilization for our residents is intriguing. No. Ongoing programmatic evaluation, examination of building capacity (also in line with a holistic review of the Facilities Master Plan and the Envision SPPS initiative) and Superintendent Gothard's strategic plan (especially tenets directly related to enrollment) must be analyzed and evaluated on an ongoing basis in order to reverse the trend of declining enrollment as soon as possible. I spent years running campaigns and organizing students and young people to increase voter turnout and engagement. I am the son of a retired St. Paul police officer and a former teacher who now serves as Ramsey County Board Chair. I'm a Hmong father with four children in St. Paul Public Schools from high school to early childhood family education. The allegations have surfaced at a high point in St. Paul's mayor's race. I would also reappoint Chief Todd Axtell. If crime pays (as it does today), citizens and our businesses will lose. Kate Knuth Saint Paul School Board. Also, we need to access and utilize new and advanced technology such as ShotSpotter so that we can make sure we are taking all measures to prevent gun violence. St. Paul's sense of community is being tested by economic and public safety stress. The safety of our businesses, the public and their neighborhoods happens to be the most important job function of a city and the most pressing issue in the city. Outgoing mayor Shelley Hart is not seeking re-election. Over the last year, I have proven that I can do all this work. Over 31 years, advanced through the ranks of the St. Paul Fire Department to the rank of district fire chief. Oct. 25ST. We need to create a program that recruits teachers from out-of-state colleges and universities that have significantly higher numbers of BIPOC education graduates. That's why it's so crucial that we utilize American Rescue Plan funding to address the massive impact of COVID-19 and to fund the services for which our students and families have advocated. WebThe League of Women Voters Saint Paul and SPNN present a live candidate forum for the office of Mayor of Saint Paul. Our diversity is our competitive advantage for the future. I have a master's of science in agricultural and resource economics from UC Berkeley. Furthermore, more and more children are coming into contact with the criminal justice system. I'd like to see us prioritize initiatives that focus on social-emotional learning, engaging parents/caregivers and connecting students to supportive relationships in school and in their neighborhoods to help them build successful pathways. I would continue to support and expand de-escalation training while increasing training and education when serving the mentally challenged. The Star Tribune asked each person running for St. Paul mayor to tell us about themselves and provide answers to the following questions: Six candidates are running to fill three four-year seats on the St. Paul school board, while two others are competing in a special election to serve the remaining two years of a seat vacated by former Board Member Steve Marchese. Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas, who served as the first CEO of Chicago Public Schools, faces scrutiny for his decisions to forgo payments to the pension fund and hand out harsh probations for underperforming schools. Their policies have been effective in serving all residents of the city. I'm a former Sunday School teacher, assistant youth leader and youth pastor. What are the most pressing public safety issues in St. Paul, and how would you address them? We are in a different place and time than we were one year ago, two years ago, and we must move forward with the times. These practices should complement the academic rigors of reading, math and writing, not replace them. At the same time, the community has voiced a need for criminal justice system reform. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland. As the mayor of Saint Paul, I have sought to ensure that opportunity exists for everyone in this city, with an unapologetic focus on equity. We have raised the minimum wage, eliminated library late fines, provided over $4 million to families and businesses struggling through the pandemic and prioritized housing investments. The cap should protect renters from excessive rent increases, which can be set at the 90% percentile of rent increase so the city can prepare appropriate staff and protect renters from extreme rent increases. We must rise to the challenge of a new level of the work in the district and identify more ways in which to engage with families. 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