I think you've nailed your assessment of the candidates, though I do regret that voters have limited opportunities to weigh in on such an important position. While I was able to look up my precinct number, I couldn't find any resource on line listing the person who will represent me in this vote. I would be curious in any perspectives you (or people you talk to) can offer on the voting track records of Chambers and Tucker. As a casual follower of city council, I've noticed a number of times where they have tended to side with republicans like Ensley on issues rather than moderates like Paddock or Freistroffer (sp?).
Poll is closed, but my choice would be Michelle Chambers. I've followed her for several years now, and i think she would be a good Mayor for FW. And, i think she works well with both parties, as does Sharon Tucker. I have a lot of respect for Chambers, Tucker and Knox. I think Crandall is an up-and-comer. I hope she continues to stay active and remains pushed to run for elected positions.
Stephanie Crandall has good insider knowledge of the administration, but having never been elected to anything, her becoming mayor seems like the worst example of machine politics I can think of. Chambers with her at large election wins is a far better choice to me.
It's disappointing that citizens won't have an opportunity to view the videotaped townhall meeting. It's also frustrating that there's no easy way to determine my precinct chair and how to contact that person.
I think you've nailed your assessment of the candidates, though I do regret that voters have limited opportunities to weigh in on such an important position. While I was able to look up my precinct number, I couldn't find any resource on line listing the person who will represent me in this vote. I would be curious in any perspectives you (or people you talk to) can offer on the voting track records of Chambers and Tucker. As a casual follower of city council, I've noticed a number of times where they have tended to side with republicans like Ensley on issues rather than moderates like Paddock or Freistroffer (sp?).
Poll is closed, but my choice would be Michelle Chambers. I've followed her for several years now, and i think she would be a good Mayor for FW. And, i think she works well with both parties, as does Sharon Tucker. I have a lot of respect for Chambers, Tucker and Knox. I think Crandall is an up-and-comer. I hope she continues to stay active and remains pushed to run for elected positions.
Stephanie Crandall has good insider knowledge of the administration, but having never been elected to anything, her becoming mayor seems like the worst example of machine politics I can think of. Chambers with her at large election wins is a far better choice to me.
It's disappointing that citizens won't have an opportunity to view the videotaped townhall meeting. It's also frustrating that there's no easy way to determine my precinct chair and how to contact that person.
Contact Derek Camp or Chad Wierzbinski at info@allencountydemocrats.org - they can help you
Thanks!!