The need for a new justice/detention center is vital but must be addressed with full public participation, fiscal responsibility and long-term effectiveness, including being efficient and fair to those who may be detained, the employees and professional staff that work there and the community.Toomey, 6th District: Above all, the budget must be balanced at the end of the year. Smith, 6th District: I want to see the legislative meetings include more time spent on substantive issues. Missouri voters will have the chance to cast a ballot on Nov. 8, or earlier anyone can vote in-person absentee for this election starting on Oct. 25. From board and commission appointments to the assessment debacle, it is clear the community isnt served when the legislature exercises inadequate authority over the executive functions of the county. Jackson County, Wisconsin, held elections for local offices in 2022. Offices Up For Election 2022; Upcoming elections; Precinct Finder; Polling Place Hours; List of Polling Places; Election Preparation Report; . We also need to make sure that we are negotiating contract amounts for the best interest of the county. } House District 5 SHANE ABBOTT VANCE COLEY CLINT PATE County Commission District 2 EDWARD CRUTCHFIELD SONNY FORTUNATO Election Results. How a state's counties vote in a presidential election and the size of those counties can provide additional insights into election outcomes at other levels of government including statewide and congressional races. KCUR serves the Kansas City region with breaking news and powerful storytelling. Coupled with over 10 years of neighborhood volunteerism and philanthropic board service, I understand the physical needs and challenges throughout the county. Ill seek to change that and ensure more oversight.Toomey, 6th District: Though unpopular in many spheres and certainly not perfect, the vote by the legislature to uphold the recommendations of the health department and enact a mask mandate to protect the citizens of Jackson County marked a success in the role of the legislature to protect the people it represents. Franklin and LaJune McGill, the candidates for the 3rd District, did not respond. Id like to see legislative meetings held in the evenings at least twice per month, while expanding the meeting location outside of just Kansas City and Independence. From serving a federally qualified health center to governing the regional leader for mental health services, I understand the needs of the health levy. Josh Merchant is The Kansas City Beacon's local government reporter. The 2nd At-Large District includes most of Kansas City and Raytown north of 77th Street. From left: Jackson County Legislature 2nd District candidates Mitchell Sudduth and Venessa Huskey. First, an absolute cap on property taxes for retired seniors. After a primary election that already unseated an incumbent, Jackson County residents will see at least six new faces in the nine seats of their County Legislature. If she defeats incumbent Frank White, Theresa Cass Galvin would be the fourth. A donation to us goes beyond supporting the newsroom. These are all of the races that are listed on the West Virginia Secretary of States website, but there may be other local races on your ballot! 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The Wyoming Legislature has passed or is poised to pass by Friday's deadline myriad bills to temporarily ease property taxes, curtail crossover voting, provide more health care to new, low-income by Josh Merchant July 27, 2022. chevron.addClass('fa-chevron-down'); I will be a strong voice for cleaning up the waste and working for Jackson County residents to ensure their needs are heard. If youre viewing on a computer, click the triangles in the shaded boxes to learn more about the candidates. Kansas election results: Laura Kelly, Kris Kobach projected to win, but many votes still to be counted, Where have all the candidates gone? Whoops! } I look forward to having more conversations over the next four years. Five questions with the Democratic candidates for Jackson County 1st District legislator The 1st District includes most of western KC, downtown and the northeast. if (chevron.hasClass('fa-chevron-up')) { Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window). LaJune McGill, who makes YouTube videos, has operated a controversial business that purported to help customers gain access to secret U.S. Treasury accounts. Over the last 15 years, Ive seen numerous botched attempts by the county to do this. Offices Up For Election 2022; Upcoming elections; Precinct Finder; Polling Place Hours; List of Polling Places; Election Preparation Report; Political Party and Committee Information. Currently, there is a payment plan for those 65-plus. Among the six districts of Jackson County, three legislators were selected as presumed winners in the Aug. 2 primary. Overall, Minnesota was Solid Democratic, having voted for Barack Obama (D) in 2012, Hillary Clinton (D) in 2016, and Joe Biden (D) in 2020. For more information about Jackson County races call the Jackson County Clerk at 304-373-2250. What the legislature needs is to be reminded that they serve the people, not vice versa. | In every West Virginia county, county clerks are the chief elections officer. The Beacon sent all six candidates a list of five questions about what they hope to accomplish as a Jackson County legislator. 100% remote. Some of the races for the Jackson County Legislature were decided in the August primary election, and one districts incumbent is running unopposed. Updated November 04, 2022 12:38 PM. }); Updated: Oct. 28, 2022, 12:53 p.m. | Published: Oct. 21, 2022, 10:44 a.m. . Murphy: When elected I will fight for the following. Increased preparedness for natural disasters, in particular extreme weather events. .widget-toggle-tabs li.panel > a:after {font-family: 'Glyphicons Halflings';content: '\e113';float: right;color: grey}.widget-toggle-tabs li.panel > a.collapsed:after {content: '\e080'} I want to make sure that if we have a need, we look to local businesses first. We strive to keep our membership and the voting public informed on vital issues. I witnessed firsthand the frustration and despair that people faced when they presented their case. Coming from private industry and not-for-profit sectors, I will bring a disruptor mindset to the legislature and the county, rather than a business-as-usual perspective. We need to make sure that legislators not only listen to each other, but listen to all members of the community that they serve. $("div.vis_widget_title").click(function(){ And here is a link to all of the Missouri races on the ballot for voters around Kansas City, and to candidates running for Jackson County Legislature. In the 6th District, which includes Lees Summit and unincorporated areas in the southeastern corner of Jackson County, Republican primary winner Sean Smith is running against Democrat Amanda Toomey. They include: Click here for more information about the constitutional amendments. There have been resolutions presented that failed to meet the needs of our community and made the sponsoring legislators seem out of touch with the small businesses and families that have been hurting since the start of the pandemic. }. F: (850) 482-9102. Anderson:My focus for the last four years has been that the budget be reflective of our entire Jackson County community as a whole. From board and commission appointments to the assessment debacle, it is clear the community isnt served when the legislature exercises inadequate authority over the executive functions of the county. function widget_load_check_dom(){ If elected, what are two or three specific things you plan to recommend to improve the county government? } Middle column: 2nd At-Large District candidates John J. Murphy (top) and Donna Peyton (bottom). Our use of boards and commissions using both county and outside funds to enhance the community are vital. Smith, 6th District: First, as a constitutional conservative, I think my perspective is underrepresented in the county legislature but represents a significant portion of my districts constituents. I will be a strong voice for cleaning up the waste and working for Jackson County residents to ensure their needs are heard. What new perspectives will you bring to the legislature? Coupled with over 10 years of neighborhood volunteerism and philanthropic board service, I understand the physical needs and challenges throughout the county. How to vote | We would like to thank the following candidates for participating: Shane Abbott, Vance Coley, Clint Pate, Edward Crutchfield, Sonny Fortunato, Donnie Branch, Eric Hill, Samantha Angerbrandt, Dave Galloway and Michael Jackson. if (chevron.hasClass('fa-chevron-down')) { chevron = $(this).find('i.fa-pull-right'); Was early voting available to all voters? I will also work to inform the public of the upcoming issues and highlight the specific items that are of public concern. We rely on your donations to remain free for everyone. For more information about these three House candidates, click here. This story was originally published on the Kansas City Beacon, a fellow member of the KC Media Collective. We are committed to lifting up voices that arent always heard and spotlighting solutions that are making a difference. We amplify community voices, share resources and investigate systems, not just symptoms. } Jeanie Lauer, an incumbent Republican, was unchallenged in her bid for reelection in the 5th District. An earlier version of this story contained incorrect information about the county executives ability to vote in the legislature. Carol A. Dunaway How will you make yourself available to your constituents throughout your term? Was early voting available to all voters? We all want affordable homes and to live in a safe and prosperous community. if ($('#vis_xs_indicator').is(':hidden')){ State legislature | $(this).next('div.vis_widget_table').slideToggle('normal'); But voters in three legislative districts will see a choice on their Nov. 8 ballots. if (window.jQuery) { Jackson County, 2851 Jefferson Street What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline? I will promote a process focusing on funding for the Blue River Parkway corridor, Rock Island corridor, Little Blue Trace corridor and Three Trails corridor. I could build a constituent-focused response training, as I did in the congressmans office, to ensure every discussion and articulated need is effectively documented and followed up on. Jackson County executive candidates: Republican Theresa Cass Galvin and Democratic incumbent Frank White Jr. P: (850) 482-9652. chevron.removeClass('fa-chevron-down'); All legislators should be expected to be easy to contact so that they can truly hear the concerns of the community they serve. For more information 706-367-6377. Overall, Wisconsin was Battleground Democratic, having voted for Barack Obama (D) in 2012, Donald Trump (R) in 2016, and Joe Biden (D) in 2020. x[oF;G0vme-%AqtOz]?~l~Tw|Iiwav]|_OvW?vl&Mu]?q}{]Sa!TmHDO>/]=jTvz_Y369|v?~9{? by Mountain State Spotlight Staff October 12th, 2022 Election season is upon us, and while presidential candidates aren't on the ballot this year, West Virginians will weigh in on a lot of important initiatives and races. 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Smith, 6th District: I will provide constituents updates on a weekly basis about legislative business. Whoops! Third, demand full transparency on county spending. The Jackson County Board of Elections and Registration will hold the Provisional Hearing and Certification Board meeting on Friday, March 3rd at 5:00PM at the Ponchie Beck Election Center, located at 441 Gordon St, Jefferson GA 30549. Abarca, 1st District: For the last eight years I managed the team that executed all constituent services for Congressman Cleaver, saving constituents millions of dollars and helping connect directly with the federal agencies. Click the links below to learn more: Click here to use Ballotpedia's sample ballot to find every election that Ballotpedia has on file for your address. Kidd is a current state representative from Buckner. Toomey, 6th District: Above all, the budget must be balanced at the end of the year. From left: Jackson County Legislature 1st District candidates Manny Abarca and Christina McDonough Hunt and 6th District candidates Sean Smith and Amanda Toomey. We must build a platform to allow us to hear from our residents and allow the input of their valued voices. Smith is a businessman from Lees Summit and Toomey is a teacher and adult educator, also from Lees Summit. Additionally, we need to focus on our present circumstances (inflation pains, lingering challenges from COVID-19, supply chain and labor issues) while at the same time not selling out our future. Also we must have more than one legislative meeting during the week. I would like to expand that to ensure those on fixed incomes and/or lower-income residents will have payment options. Click here to contact us for media inquiries, and please donate here to support our continued expansion. We need to make conscientious decisions to utilize taxpayer funds in the most responsible way possible. These plans must target Jackson County so implementation matches the impact on our population with clear, detailed, information provided about what will trigger the start and conclusion of actions taken. chevron = $(this).find('i.fa-pull-right'); } chevron.addClass('fa-chevron-up'); U.S. President | The legislature is the primary governing body for Jackson County. Our stories are free to republish in accordance with these guidelines. Counties | Marshall: The most significant successes by county government have always been achieved by policymakers using community needs to inform policy proposals. Anderson: I will, along with my colleagues, create a payment program like our neighboring counties to set a 12-month payment program for residents to pay towards their property taxes. Murphy: I will be available 24/7. Marshall: Its important that county legislative meetings be held at a time more conducive for public participation. We do that by ensuring priority goes first to the health and safety needs of Jackson County residents, then to those projects which are nice to have. Within that category, the focus should be on which projects create the largest positive impact for residents in their daily lives. There are plenty of great ideas. In Jackson County, and all of West Virginia, early voting starts on Oct. 26. if ($('#vis_xs_indicator').is(':hidden')){ The legislative meetings need to include more time for important items of substance and less time on mundane business. Collaboration: Interjurisdictional discussions and collaboration are key to our entire county in particular in regards to transportation, the stadiums and the well-being of our residents. Middle column: 2nd At-Large District candidates John J. Murphy (top). . We do that by ensuring priority goes first to the health and safety needs of Jackson County residents, then to those projects which are nice to have. 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