The American Rescue Plan for SPPS is proposing $88.2 million directed to high quality education, $66.9 million to safe schools, $11.5 million to targeted student services, $10.9 million to family services and community partnerships, $11.7 million to operational expenses, $8 million to mental health and social-emotional learning and $9.4 million to systemic equity. PAUL MAYOR Melvin Carter Age: 42 What qualifies you to hold this position? 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 was frustrated with the level of crime in our city coupled with the lack of resources for our youth and decided a change must be made. CHICAGO When Paul Vallas ran for mayor of Chicago four years ago, it did not go well. I believe the district's plan to spend its $207 million in American Rescue Plan dollars is comprehensive and sound. A pre-gentrified neighborhood has low owner occupancy, high rental units, vacancy and crime density. It is my responsibility to put children first. Johnny Ray Youngblood, U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, former Philadelphia 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 of course is important, but we have the opportunity now to create a system where our goal is to have children fall in love with learning and education, which one could easily see an outcome being that our students will experience educational growth. Placing our faith in a city government to successfully control rising rent when it cannot even control rising crime requires a huge leap of faith. 8, 2020, at 12:46 PM. Founder and CEO of Mentoring Young Adults for over 16 years. Johnson has enjoyed solid fundraising but still lags behind some of his more established competitors. My sons have autism and as a volunteer parent advocating through their individual education plans the last 10 years, I learned about the operations of SPPS. I will commit to spending at least 15% more on infrastructure by the end of my first term. Kate Knuth is a former three-term state representative and sustainability scientist running for Mayor of Minneapolis in 2021. Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas takes a photo with a supporter during his election night party at Recess, located at 838 W. Kinzie St., Tuesday on Feb. 28, 2023. I have learned in this campaign that some of these administrative offices can be combined and combined work duties. Web2021 Election Endorsements. Families of color make up the majority of students leaving the district today. Public figures: Assembly Members Michael Benedetto and Charles Fall (co-endorsement with Eric Adams), New York City Council Member Fernando Cabrera (as his No. Like communities across our nation, St. Paul has not been immune to national crime trends from challenges of the last 20 months. In other words reduced availability of rental housing for working families and increased housing prices. The following candidates have filed to run in the St. Paul mayoral election, set for Nov. 2, 2021. Tom Tunney, but he also faced a huge amount We asked each candidate for a short bio and responses to the following questions: The responses below, presented in alphabetical order by candidates' last name, are lightly edited for length and clarity. Did you support the walkout, and if so, in what way? It is now time to begin prioritizing the freedoms of our law-abiding citizens and their businesses over the freedom of criminals. I am a St. Paul native, a father, community organizer, youth advocate and nonprofit program director. For many families, their ELL teacher is the main point person to our schools. That's why I've spent so much of this campaign talking about reducing class sizes, investing in mental health supports and making sure our students have access to nurses. That's why all of our work has been focused on giving all St. Paulites a shot at the prosperity our city has to offer. How do you plan to use city resources and policies to manage these large-scale projects, and how do you envision them changing St. Paul? League of Women Voters/St. This comprehensive strategy has led to a five-year low in crime in downtown, including a 20% decrease over the past year alone. It will now be essential for the board to monitor progress and implementation and be ready to quickly adjust course if needed. WebThe city of St. Paul, Minnesota, held general elections for city council on November 5, 2019. Paul presents St. Paul Mayoral Candidate Forum, October 24, 2013 State of Minnesota for over 15 years in various positions. My passion to help others runs deep as I am the founder and president of the Langenfeld Foundation (est. No. WebThe Saint Paul Regional Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, proudly recommends the candidates listed below as the best choice in 2022. 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. My children are my compass and parent leadership is my framework. One path SPPS has taken that I believe we should continue to support are partnerships like the Hmong Parents Advisory Council (HPAC), which provides not only a space for parents, students and educators to connect, but encourages the need for culturally relevant curriculum and practices for all of our students. Lastly, there is always the risk that by the time a project is finally ready to start construction, the community has already outgrown it. Where do you think it is falling short, and what would you suggest as a remedy? The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how great an impact our educators, school buildings and community have on our students. Our administration inherited historic disinvestment, with streets on an over 200-year replacement cycle. The family of the man, 28-year-old Kevin Donel Johnson Jr., told Texas Public Radio the officers shot him nine times. Steps and forms for filing for office. I can't emphasize enough how important it is that folks citywide are aware of the potential ramifications and outcomes of this initiative that is quickly moving forward with extremely limited public engagement. In addition to Lightfoot, the candidates are U.S. Rep. Jesus Chuy Garcia, former schools CEO Paul Vallas, Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson, businessman Willie As mayor, I will leverage community partnerships to empower all youth in our community to make positive life choices that will foster personal development into productive and contributing members of society. Many of the same essential items that closed small businesses had been selling. St. Paul Public Schools settled a teachers' strike last year days before schools closed due to the pandemic. Homicides, shots fired and violent crime is at an all-time high. COVID-19 disrupted students' lives for 18 months and continues into the present. Chicago Votes for Mayor in a Race Dominated by Crime and Policing. Policies mandating price controls, whether on food or rent, only creates scarcity and higher prices. We are working to better identify gaps and make adjustments in our staffing and instruction, such as hiring additional ELL/MLL staff and partnering with outside agencies to create alternative access for support. Sheila Nezhad Minneapolis Mayor. I would review, then prioritize building maintenance based on safety issues. More city staff cross-training will be administered immediately so that all areas are covered. Feb. 27, 2023, 5:00 a.m. As much as we can, we need to focus our resources where they have the biggest direct impact on students. Over the last year, I have proven that I can do all this work. I've done some political organizing addressing the rise of catalytic converter thefts, creating a petition that received 1,600 signatures, which led to a virtual town hall meeting bringing citizens and state legislators together. Paul presents St. Paul Mayoral Candidate Forum, October 24, 2013 Skip to main content Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. I know American Rescue Plan funding is one-time money, and there are definite investments we need to make to help students recover from the detrimental impacts of the pandemic (learning loss, social-emotional needs, mental health challenges, etc.). We would immediately cross-train positions that can be handled by other administrative offices, which would reduce city funding. 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. Residents of Minnesota's capital city are heading to the polls this fall to elect a mayor and school board members. Since then, I've been on record in the last special election for school board noting that I did not support the strike. I suggest teaching curriculum that reflects their lived experiences, retaining and hiring staff that reflect the people who come from their communities, and partnering with existing programs or organizations that supplement their learning. I am a graduate, parent of two St. Paul Public Schools graduates and a SPPS grandparent. I'm asking for another four years as mayor to build on the work we've done, because if anyone in our city is in crisis, then we have more work to do. That's why I initiated and helped lead the successful effort to unionize my workplace and why I volunteered to serve on my union's bargaining team. Chicago mayoral candidates, top row, from left: State Rep. Kam Buckner, U.S. Rep. Jess "Chuy" Garca, activist Ja'Mal Green. Often due to crime, long-term owner occupancy units are sold to rental property owners. I reflect our community and the children and families we serve. In a world of COVID-19, a school board member must consider social distancing, masking, testing and vaccinations as much as enrollment, quality staffing, academic outcomes and career and college readiness. At the same time, the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked a nationwide push for police reform and alternative public safety programs. I have personally lived in low-income areas and understand firsthand the negative impact that poverty has on quality of life. I will also fight for better contracts and pay. Minneapolis Park Board At-Large. 1. The city of St. Paul, Minnesota will hold an election on November 2, 2021, to elect the mayor. It will be held with ranked-choice voting, and there will be no primary election. Chicago mayoral candidate, entrepreneur Willie Wilson, greets a supporter Sunday during a campaign stop at Friendly Temple COGIC Church on the South Side. We can do so through community liaisons who are members of the communities that we're trying to reach. A new poll, conducted just days before Tuesdays election, shows former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas expanding his lead in the citys mayoral race, with three When it comes to being a school board member during contract negotiations with our district bargaining units, I would work with board colleagues to be a sounding board for the superintendent and advise on negotiation strategy. A major concern is the safety of the social worker as these calls can escalate and additional stress of officers to handle only high priority calls. 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. For new homeowners of color, we can offer down payment assistance. I have been actively advocating for public education for the past eight years in various areas. These practices should complement the academic rigors of reading, math and writing, not replace them. I bring a balance of professional and personal experience to the board, always putting children first. By Mauricio Pea. As St. Paul continues to grow in size and diversity, we are tasked with meeting big opportunities with a big vision that works for all of us. Information and forms for filing reports. At the same time, residents have expressed concerns about gentrification that could leave behind low-income communities and people of color. Former board member of Brotherhood Inc. Minnesota National Speakers Association. It's not enough to seize on great opportunities we have to ensure that those opportunities work for everyone. 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. Retrain all police officers and offer them an incentive to move to the city in which they work. Should we educate the need for personal responsibility and the need for achievable, large-scale mentoring and large-scale, part- and full-time, meaningful work programs i.e. UPDATED Apr. 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. Pandemic response team, mental health teams, special education services, school building safety, teacher and teaching assistant sign-on bonuses. Established connections with community groups, nonprofits and businesses due to past associations and committee memberships. This includes seeking creative ways to bring in and retain big and small businesses and add new jobs all consistent with our community values. However, I am concerned about the lack of additional investments in restorative justice practices as a way of building equitable classrooms and spaces for students and the limits of short-term funding over long-term solutions. I'm a former Sunday School teacher, assistant youth leader and youth pastor. 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. I understand the concerns that kids bring to school, and I use that knowledge for decision making to support students and staff. 311), or calling 911 and operators give citizens the choice. City government must work for the people and respond to community needs. There are still times when it's difficult to acquire the translation services our schools need to effectively communicate with students and parents. State Rep. and Mayoral Candidate Jessyn Farrell (fmr.) Mayoral hopeful Paul Vallas brings complicated Chicago Public Schools legacy. Candidates are listed only after theyve received at least one endorsement. I will engage and advise when appropriate. Already, St. Paulites have been We need to change the qualifications so that people who will be assets to our community will be in our schools, and pay them fairly. When we saw the number of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness during the pandemic rise to nearly 400, our community-first informed efforts led to a 90% decrease in people sheltering outdoors. I am the co-owner of a small residential remodeling company that operates in St. Paul and beyond. 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. By Election Day, I expect to have covered every block. Mayoral hopeful Paul Vallas brings complicated Chicago Public Schools legacy. As candidates for Chicago mayor jockey for union support, Rep. Garca lands a big labor endorsement Brandon Johnson Mayoral Candidate Brandon Johnson speaks 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. I brought breakfast for striking workers and joined them on the picket line every morning. It meets the needs of families who cannot or prefer not to send their students in-person, and it demonstrates that when there's a clear desire in the community, we can provide alternative options that better meet their needs. Safe schools occur when our students are supported and have access to strong mental health supports and providers. They have been utilizing community policing for over 30 years. Mayor Norm Rice (fmr.) Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas takes a photo with a supporter during his election night party at Recess, located at 838 W. Kinzie St., I would give college and career readiness a much higher priority. As of June 28, 2020, SPPS was projecting a loss of 1,228 students. 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. It siphons out tax dollars that can be used to repair roads, fund schools, etc. Last year, I was in support of the issues identified by the St. Paul Federation of Educators as the main reason for striking. 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. Over the past four years, our administration has been focused on engaging our community to advance a bold vision we have shaped together, while re-envisioning how local government serves our residents, workers, businesses and visitors to build a city that truly works for all of us. Former board member and entertainment chair of Rondo Inc. Former board member of MLK Statewide Celebration. Vallas said. They have a chance to get ahead and save a lot of money in the long run. The St. Paul Federation of Educators went on strike in the winter of 2020. Challenges of this magnitude require focused initiative on behalf of the state and federal government along with our entire community. I believe in newer development as it plays a vital role in our society, but also I believe in creating and maintaining affordable housing, especially in the inner cities that have increased poverty. We need to ensure that we have enough trauma-responsive providers and care professionals in each building. On top of this, for years, City Hall has also neglected basic city services in order to fund their political goals. A public safety leader with experience in emergency management, incident command, threat prevention and mitigation, and community partnerships. 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. We must protect the right of our workers to strike and bargain for the most equitable possible outcomes. Growing our own and hiring from the colleges and universities of Minnesota is too slow. An internal poll showed Frey with a 19-point lead in the Reports of violent crime in St. Paul have increased since 2020. 3. This could be done through the St. Paul Urban Teacher (SUTR) program, which is already operating. Descriptions of offices that will be on voters' ballots this election cycle Additionally, I believe the development of the SPPS Online School was a step in the right direction. While we still have work to do to realize the safer outcomes we want for all our neighborhoods, we'll continue working to build the most comprehensive, coordinated and data-driven approach to public safety our city has ever endeavored. Since there are ten candidates, its unlikely that any will get a 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. In the district, we continue to improve their learning process by meeting with children, families and staff. "Well, first of all, I really have to laugh at that!" There are over 34,000 students and over 3,000 employees in SPPS. I am a fifth-generation St. Paul resident, a proud graduate of our public schools and a parent raising children in our city. Do we need more police officers and ShotSpotter technology to do it? Minneapolis Mayor. For many, they are too high to provide adequate support. 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. The mayor's office is best positioned to lead efforts in response to community concerns. Gentrification, when removing race, is simply development. Every child in St. Paul should have a chance to succeed in life. This years St. Paul mayoral race will once again feature ranked voting. We have one of the most diverse school districts full of rich cultures and lived experiences however, our students and schools are struggling to provide them with the tools they need for success. Minneapolis Mayor. We should not be giving hundreds of millions of tax subsidies to developers that don't need it. As a native Minnesotan and proud son of a World War II veteran, I have called St. Paul my home for the past 40 years. A curfew allows us to reduce crime, identify our youth that may need protective services, counseling or access to resources. 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. Students do better when they receive more individual attention at school. 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. Lightfoot polled near the bottom of the field for most of her campaign for mayor but won the first round after an endorsement from the Chicago Sun-Times Find a missing endorsement? Investing in local infrastructure is critical for our city's future. Equity. SPPS provides college credit to English language learner students who test up to standards in their non-English language. Needless city and county spending has been the long-standing driver of ever-higher housing costs, including rents, here. The risk of gentrification should not stop us from making more housing, including affordable housing, for more residents. Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas takes a photo with a supporter during his election night party at Recess, located at 838 W. Kinzie St., Tuesday on Feb. 28, 2023. Labor strikes are the last thing any of us want, including our bargaining units. Aging infrastructure continues to remain a concern for many cities across America. By Mauricio Pea. Here, in Because of this, I believe that in addition to increased outside funding, we must insist on better long-term planning to meet future demands on our infrastructure while holding our planning department, local planning commissions, the Metropolitan Council, state agencies and the Legislature accountable for their infrastructure decisions that directly impact the people of St. Paul. I would love to see us be proactive about reaching out to families to see why they choose charters or private schools over our public schools. I currently run the Community Bridge Committee to protest street violence and teach self-love. For over two years, St. Paul has been experiencing a crime epidemic. Born and raised in St. Paul, I attended Inner City Youth League and Youth Express. While there are a number of good things in the St. Paul rent control measure, the negatives outweigh the positives. Five takeaways from the Minneapolis DFLs City Council endorsement process, Jun. Willie Wilson: Businessman Willie Wilson is by far the most conservative candidate for Chicago Mayor. Over 31 years, advanced through the ranks of the St. Paul Fire Department to the rank of district fire chief. What is missing from that plan or needs to be given higher priority? Cheryl Youakim State Representative (DFL-Hopkins) (DFL-Saint Paul) Steve But most likely, this student needs routine, repetition and hands-on experience before they go on to college. St. Pauls ranked-choice mayoral race is in full swing with eight candidates vying for the seat, including incumbent Mayor Melvin Carter. Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas, It has finally become a national priority. A quarter-century ago, a Metropolitan Council staff person said there was no political will to help them address it. Tuesday 10-12-21 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Early voting began Sept. 17 and Election Day is Nov. 2. 2 selection in ranked-choice voting, Rev. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, meanwhile, is asking the Legislature for the green light to ask voters to increase the sales tax to pay for parks and roads. Republish. This is something our school board does not have power to do, but school board members need to advocate for our district to our state legislators who can do something about it. As stated above we need equitable elementary schools, that is the starting point. Our district tries to make certain translation services available to our students and we provide some amazing dual-immersion programs that provide great spaces for students to learn English as well as their own languages. St. Paul's sense of community is being tested by economic and public safety stress. Vote No on Question #1: Mayoral Control of City Hall Oct 14, 2021 I am a 30-plus-year professional educator, social worker and active community member. This will free up some resources, but not nearly enough. We need to do better. We should give students opportunities to learn marketable skills they can use to start careers coming out of high school. Rather than issuing a loophole-ridden mandate upon landlords, it would be more effective for the city (and nonprofit charities) to work directly with financially vulnerable families who require rental assistance using a form of government-provided rent/social insurance. Mutual respect is the best landing spot for all 27 bargaining units in St. Paul Public Schools. 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. I think we must understand what drives families to remove themselves from the district or the public school system particularly immigrant and BIPOC families. Johnson won endorsements of Squad member Delia Ramirez and freshman US Representative Jonathan Jackson, son of Jesse Jackson. The citizens assess the danger and appropriate staff is sent. 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