I believe downtown is recovering nicely from the pandemic. margin-top: 5px; I do not think that is the case at this moment. The city also needs to ensure all websites and public meetings are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. } top: -1px; Police training needs to be about de-escalation tactics and cultural and economic competency. margin-bottom: 0px; My plan for involving residents is to create a city-wide community engagement plan that doesn't exist today. Sandi Paiz Garcia: CFO, Financial Planning Association, former CFO Denver Museum of Nature and Science
There were two candidate forums held on March 22, 2023, with details for each shown below: The Denver Gazette forum .image-candidate-thumbnail { More healthy and safe commuting options will give people more opportunities to combine wellness into their work days. 
.image-candidate-thumbnail { ", I will put price cap on rents, foods, and reduce property taxes, ensure public safety with community support - People forum, .expand-all:hover, .collapse-all:hover {cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;} Immigrant Rights, Worker Rights, Harm Reduction, Reparations to address the racial wealth gap, an expanded network of protected bicycle lanes in our city. Herod emphasized her legislative experience, saying she "[has] passed bold legislation and initiatives dealing with some of our toughest challenges," including alternative policing programs and funding for mental health and substance use treatment organizations. .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { | We will support our officers, improve job satisfaction and retention, implement rigorous non-lethal and de-escalation training to protect life, and expand innovative programs like STAR. Amongst those polled, favorites in the crowded mayoral field emerged, as well as key issues voters voted were, "one of the very most important for Denver to address in the next few The cost of living has soared 200% over the last ten years but household incomes can't keep up. Denver is facing significant challenges including homelessness, public safety, and affordability, but I won't stop fighting because I believe in this city. Would you take any different positions? School districts | We will invest in training, hiring, and retaining officers, as well as funding the STAR program so that co-responders can address issues related to mental health and substance use, which will allow our police to perform their core functions: preventing, responding to, and solving crimes. First make community leaders the first partners of my administration with the people forum. Channeling markets through setting public/private investment targets, coordinating with cities that have similar climate approaches as a purchaser, investor and partner. The environment health policy is great on paper but there is zero leadership to implement the recommendations. The top two candidates will compete. Even when Im moving my car out for street sweeping, I make sure I have my drivers license because I never want to risk being pulled over without it. padding-left: 8px; We cant keep doing the same thing and expect different results. What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government? Relationship of collaboration, and good working together for the benefit of the community. Leslie Herod's 2023 campaign website, "Meet Leslie," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Facebook, "Leslie Herod," Feb. 9, 2023, Leslie Herod's 2023 campaign website, "Issues," accessed Feb. 15, 2023;LegiStorm, "Colorado State Rep. Leslie Herod," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Denver Democrats, "Leslie Herod," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Leslie Herod's 2022 campaign website, "About Leslie," accessed Feb. 15, 2023. Third take into consideration the findings of studies conducted by experts in every field of development goals and objectives. padding-top: 3px; Renee Millard-Chacon - Commerce City Councilmember
I would decriminalize issues of existence, like loitering, and fight poverty to help those who feel they lack good options for their future. How old were you at the time? $380,000 on media buys and $100,000 on media production on March 15. overflow-y: auto; letter-spacing: 0.03em; My mom, a union steward and social worker, instilled in me the commitment to serve my community. .votebox-scroll-container { I would implement recommendations from the Reimagining Policing Task Force including funding community-led non-police violence prevention programs, expand mental health support and much more. 
border: 1px solid #999; font-size: 20px; No candidates polled at more than 10%. Ill collaborate with Denver Water to promote water efficiency programs and reduce water waste. If no candidate receives a majority of votes, the top-two vote-getters will advance to a runoff on June 6, 2023. WebThe general election will occur on April 4, 2023. Source. $4,757 on candidate information$1,189 each supporting Caldern, Hansen, Herod, and Ortegaon March 28. } Brough was a chief of staff to former Mayor John Hickenlooper (D) from 2003 to 2009, president and C.E.O. height: auto; Contact our sales team. Denver Race for Mayor: Get to know the candidates Survey SurveyUSA gathered data from between Feb. 21 and Feb. 28. } [25], On March 15, 2023, 10 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by Delta Sigma Theta and Community Works. Well plan neighborhoods to be walkable and bikeable with plenty of parks and urban gardens. } WebElection Day for Denver's mayoral race is next Tuesday. border-right: 1px solid #ddd; $1,983 on advertisements opposing Caldern ($661), Herod ($661), and Tafoya ($661) on March 13. Denver has grown by 50% but our officer ranks are the same as in 1997. } Brough was a chief of staff to former Mayor John Hickenlooper (D) from 2003 to 2009, president and C.E.O. At 11 years old, I learned my godfather was unhoused and struggling with addiction. vertical-align: top; } Federal courts | padding-left: 75px; Building an equitable mobility network that gives all Denverites safe, sustainable, efficient and healthful ways to move about the city is my vision for transportation for Denver. 
It was a community rich in love though money was tight. [56], On Feb. 16, 2023, 13 candidates participated in a debate hosted by 9News and Metropolitan State University of Denver. Candidates are listed in the order in which they appear on the ballot. margin: 0px 10px; How to vote | Our officers need to be doing the work they are trained and signed up to do. margin-top: 0; max-width: 600px; Christina Habas: Colorado 2nd Judicial District Court Judge, retired
.race_footer { background-color: #f4f4f4; I also intend to strengthen the RNO system and create easier ways for people to get involved. Same as above. I would have implemented a masking mandate and incentivized but not mandated vaccinations. . .non_result_row th { That sets me apart from the other candidates. I proposed in my platform to have 3 days summit with the police department and other stakeholders. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Denver has a Democratic mayor. Steve Douglas - Former Commerce City Councilmember and Union Leader
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The mayor sets the city budget, nominates department heads, and makes more than 700 appointments to positions city-wide. text-align: center; Please note that this list is not exhaustive. width: 50%; The Mayor's office should be promoting non-police policies and programming that lessen the burden on law enforcement to solve every social problem. background-color: #003388; I believe if we had been more effective in our early response, we would not have had to suffer such prolonged economic devastation and "lockdowns" that were financially devastating but not strict enough to actually stop the spread, especially for those expected to continue to work in person. The current approach is not involving the active contribution of community leaders. We CAN make Denver a more affordable city for everyone. border-top: 1px solid #ddd; Throughout this transition we'll support workers, investing in local jobs replacing lead pipes and in construction, while helping workers in transitioning industries. Survey responses from candidates in this race. .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h3.votebox-header-office-name { While I get my crime data from the police department it's important not to completely equate crime rates with safety. The race will likely move to a runoff I am a pragmatist because I am a unifier. Fourteen candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by The Denver Gazette.[24]. Equity must be a core grounding throughout in developing and implementing all of our plan for a growing city that must assume its responsibility to climates. display: inline-block; Those recommendations should be updated if needed and be implemented. Our housing policies have prioritized wealthy developers and pushed out our communities. background-color: #6db24f; I will have implemented the policy of caution by taking decisions. As Mayor, I will also help Denver make the transition to clean energy by electrifying city buildings and fleets, adding EV charging infrastructure, and reducing transportation emissions. [1], Denverite's Kyle Harris wrote, residents "are worried about the city's affordability public safety and rising crime [and] homelessness. For more on how we identify key messages, click here. I remember watching one of the first rockets to the moon take off on a black and white television. Each candidate is listed in the interactive below or here. Quackers. ", Add four hundred police officers, increase funding for police training, and ensure 911 system is responsive to make Denver safer, Enforce the camping ban, to get the homeless into the mental health and drug addiction services they need, Fix Denvers broken permitting department and eliminate regulations that increase the cost of housing for blue collar workers, first time homebuyers, and young families, Submitted Biography: "For twenty years I've fought for economic, racial and environmental justice as a teacher, community organizer, nonprofit leader and public servant in three branches of local government. } As an indigenous and Chicano person, I believe we need to make policy with the urgency our communities deserve and with the next seven generations in mind. The candidates listed below led the field in fundraising and media coverage:[3][4], While the election was officially nonpartisan, Brough, Caldern, Hansen, Herod, Johnston, and Ortega were Democrats, and Rougeot was a Republican.[8][9]. Gary Yamashita: In personal capacity only. Our safety ranks are short by about 50% based on the size of our city; these numbers dont work. .race_header { The Denver Metro Association of Realtors on Thursday grilled seven Denver mayoral candidates about the city's new rental home registration ordinance, some of whom argued that the new rule has been a disaster and should be repealed. We need to create a healthy and productive communication line between the police department and the community. "I am a state senator and engineer with public and private sector experience. On March 7, 2023, seven candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by Denverite and Colorado Public Radio. background-color: #dac113; All I could hope for at the time was that there would be someone to protect him from himself and others. Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? border-radius: 0 0 7px 7px; padding-bottom: 8px; position: absolute; What plans do you have regarding infrastructure? I would like to see a weaker Mayor in Denver, one that can be checked by City Council. 
A Mayor shapes public policy and is also a visionary for a city. 
.image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { Denver has some of the most polluted neighborhoods in the country. .non_result_row { .panel-body { ", Johnston emphasized his work on Proposition 123, which dedicated income tax revenue to funding housing projects, saying, "[n]ow that we have the resources we need to make Denver affordable, we need a mayor with the vision and tenacity to get it done. I was raised in a large Irish Catholic family in western Pennsylvania, attending Duke University on a wrestling scholarship.". All seven candidates said public safety, homelessness, and housing affordability were key issues. The plan is to implement the finding/recommendations of the current studies. As an indigenous and Chicano person, I believe we need to make policy with the urgency our communities deserve and with the next seven generations in mind. Harris added, "The mayor is powerful [and] often described as the strongest elected position in the state."[2]. [30], On March 14, 2023, 11 candidates participated in a debate hosted by 9News. letter-spacing: 0.03em; In my volunteerism and career, I advanced efforts to stem involuntary displacement through the income restricted supply production. Renate Behrens, Al Gardner, Aurelio Martinez, Terrance Roberts, Trinidad Rodriguez, Ean Tafoya, Robert Treta, James Walsh, and Thomas Wolf were also on the ballot. Click a As Mayor, my top priority will be public safety. Biography: Herod received a bachelor's degree in political science and government from the University of Colorado at Boulder. ", Ortega said she "will reduce crime & protect fundamental rights," adding, "Every person in Denver deserves to feel welcome and safe in our community, streets, parks, and businesses. padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: -2px !important; Yes, it opened my eyes to making street spaces more open to pedestrians and less car-dominated. .results_row { [43], On March 2, 2023, 19 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by the City and County of Denver.[44]. My administration will initiate our climate strategy to substantial economic development, operational, planning and direct expenditure efforts in high impact areas. font-weight: 200; A President of country coming for years of war and need an articulated, intelligent, result oriented leader to find way to glory and wellbeing of the people. This will build trust between the city government and those it serves by working to understand folks' needs and concerns; always basing our discussions in logic that's easy to understand; and ensuring diversity in all forms is central and differences are protected. Incumbents are bolded and underlined. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Growing up, we confronted the effects of housing insecurity, addiction, violence, and mental health struggles. An intelligent working relationship which takes into account the wellbeing of my residents. My systems engineering background combined with my extensive legislative experience will enable me to deliver this vision of a connected, green, dynamic city. } ", Ortega said she "will fight for housing fairness and affordability," and "create opportunities for all people in Denver - that means workers, business owners, public servants, children, the unhoused, and future generations. I would massively expand STAR and related programs to include experts on substance use and cultural norms and traditions. text-align: left !important; In order to qualify for the April 4 ballot, candidates must submit at least 300 verified signatures of registered Denver voters. padding-bottom: 3px; I'm running for Mayor because its about time our local government actually listened to the working families of this city. color: #6db24f; padding-top: 30px !important; 
Mitigating and reversing this trend in challenging conditions of geography and rapid growth in emissions producing activity, including development, will take long range planning, implementation and collaboration with our region of the state and US. The election is officially nonpartisan and will be held concurrently with elections for the Denver City Council, as well as Denver's City Auditor and City Clerk and Recorder. margin: 5px 0 5px 0; Sources: width: 50px; } How long did you have it? Did the COVID-19 pandemic change your approach to local policy issues? I also support youth mentorship, extracurriculars, conflict resolution education and community care that can teach our youth to move forward in a healthy way. color:white; $200 on administrative services opposing Herod on March 25. We have to sustain those networks and that organizing to build to a better world. -Former State Rep. Joe Miklosi
I am not a progressive; nor a conversative. $40,000 on advertisements and $5,250 on canvassing on March 16. } What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? $116,533 on media buys and $54,375 on canvassing on Feb. 17. I will have worked with business owners, landlords and other stakeholders to put in place a contingency plan the crisis and the aftermath. Denver Republican Party recommends these candidates in council, mayoral election Mar 15, 2023 Against their better judgement, tens of thousands of Republicans still live in the City of Denver and plan on voting in the April 4 election for mayor and city council. Recognizing that leadership can come from everywhere. What does that mean to you? How important is it to involve residents in the governments decision-making process? Click here to access those reports. I will audit the homelessness programs and ensure we're investing in programs that show results and cutting ones that don't. My approach focuses on prevention, rather than band-aid solutions. position: relative; Would you make any changes to existing public safety policy? I also support infrastructure buildout like renewable community owned energy, stormwater management and much more. } 
display: inline; How would you set priorities and develop plans in a way that will reflect community values and goals? Source1Source2. $50,000 on media buys and $43,018 on postage on March 21. If you are aware of endorsements that should be included, please email us. My top priority is addressing the homelessness crisis. Would you make any changes from current policy? Caldern worked as a professor and as chief of staff in the Denver City Council District 9 office. [47], On Feb. 24, 2023, 10 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by PBS 12. } There must maximum transparency and accountability. We need to invest more in prevention of public safety issues, getting at the root cause of problems. mayoral candidate (2023) Kwame Spearman, Mayoral election in Chicago, Illinois (February 28, 2023, general election), Wisconsin State Senate District 8 special election, 2023, Denver Gov, Election Summary Report, April 4, 2023, American Association for Public Opinion Research, https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mayoral_election_in_Denver,_Colorado_(2023)&oldid=9119053, Pages using DynamicPageList parser function, Pages using DynamicPageList dplreplace parser function, Conflicts in school board elections, 2021-2022, Special Congressional elections (2023-2024), 2022 Congressional Competitiveness Report, State Executive Competitiveness Report, 2022, State Legislative Competitiveness Report, 2022, Partisanship in 2022 United States local elections. With regard to the homelessness crisis, the status quo is not working. 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.image-candidate-thumbnail { ", I will put price cap on rents, foods, and reduce property taxes, ensure public safety with community support - People forum, .expand-all:hover, .collapse-all:hover {cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;} Immigrant Rights, Worker Rights, Harm Reduction, Reparations to address the racial wealth gap, an expanded network of protected bicycle lanes in our city. Herod emphasized her legislative experience, saying she "[has] passed bold legislation and initiatives dealing with some of our toughest challenges," including alternative policing programs and funding for mental health and substance use treatment organizations. .race_header, .results_text, .results_table_container, .votebox_legend { | We will support our officers, improve job satisfaction and retention, implement rigorous non-lethal and de-escalation training to protect life, and expand innovative programs like STAR. Amongst those polled, favorites in the crowded mayoral field emerged, as well as key issues voters voted were, "one of the very most important for Denver to address in the next few The cost of living has soared 200% over the last ten years but household incomes can't keep up. Denver is facing significant challenges including homelessness, public safety, and affordability, but I won't stop fighting because I believe in this city. Would you take any different positions? School districts | We will invest in training, hiring, and retaining officers, as well as funding the STAR program so that co-responders can address issues related to mental health and substance use, which will allow our police to perform their core functions: preventing, responding to, and solving crimes. First make community leaders the first partners of my administration with the people forum. Channeling markets through setting public/private investment targets, coordinating with cities that have similar climate approaches as a purchaser, investor and partner. The environment health policy is great on paper but there is zero leadership to implement the recommendations. The top two candidates will compete. Even when Im moving my car out for street sweeping, I make sure I have my drivers license because I never want to risk being pulled over without it. padding-left: 8px; We cant keep doing the same thing and expect different results. What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government? Relationship of collaboration, and good working together for the benefit of the community. Leslie Herod's 2023 campaign website, "Meet Leslie," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Facebook, "Leslie Herod," Feb. 9, 2023, Leslie Herod's 2023 campaign website, "Issues," accessed Feb. 15, 2023;LegiStorm, "Colorado State Rep. Leslie Herod," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Denver Democrats, "Leslie Herod," accessed Feb. 15, 2023, Leslie Herod's 2022 campaign website, "About Leslie," accessed Feb. 15, 2023. Third take into consideration the findings of studies conducted by experts in every field of development goals and objectives. padding-top: 3px; Renee Millard-Chacon - Commerce City Councilmember
I would decriminalize issues of existence, like loitering, and fight poverty to help those who feel they lack good options for their future. How old were you at the time? $380,000 on media buys and $100,000 on media production on March 15. overflow-y: auto; letter-spacing: 0.03em; My mom, a union steward and social worker, instilled in me the commitment to serve my community. .votebox-scroll-container { I would implement recommendations from the Reimagining Policing Task Force including funding community-led non-police violence prevention programs, expand mental health support and much more. border: 1px solid #999; font-size: 20px; No candidates polled at more than 10%. Ill collaborate with Denver Water to promote water efficiency programs and reduce water waste. If no candidate receives a majority of votes, the top-two vote-getters will advance to a runoff on June 6, 2023. WebThe general election will occur on April 4, 2023. Source. $4,757 on candidate information$1,189 each supporting Caldern, Hansen, Herod, and Ortegaon March 28. } Brough was a chief of staff to former Mayor John Hickenlooper (D) from 2003 to 2009, president and C.E.O. height: auto; Contact our sales team. Denver Race for Mayor: Get to know the candidates Survey SurveyUSA gathered data from between Feb. 21 and Feb. 28. } [25], On March 15, 2023, 10 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by Delta Sigma Theta and Community Works. Well plan neighborhoods to be walkable and bikeable with plenty of parks and urban gardens. } WebElection Day for Denver's mayoral race is next Tuesday. border-right: 1px solid #ddd; $1,983 on advertisements opposing Caldern ($661), Herod ($661), and Tafoya ($661) on March 13. Denver has grown by 50% but our officer ranks are the same as in 1997. } Brough was a chief of staff to former Mayor John Hickenlooper (D) from 2003 to 2009, president and C.E.O. At 11 years old, I learned my godfather was unhoused and struggling with addiction. vertical-align: top; } Federal courts | padding-left: 75px; Building an equitable mobility network that gives all Denverites safe, sustainable, efficient and healthful ways to move about the city is my vision for transportation for Denver. It was a community rich in love though money was tight. [56], On Feb. 16, 2023, 13 candidates participated in a debate hosted by 9News and Metropolitan State University of Denver. Candidates are listed in the order in which they appear on the ballot. margin: 0px 10px; How to vote | Our officers need to be doing the work they are trained and signed up to do. margin-top: 0; max-width: 600px; Christina Habas: Colorado 2nd Judicial District Court Judge, retired
.race_footer { background-color: #f4f4f4; I also intend to strengthen the RNO system and create easier ways for people to get involved. Same as above. I would have implemented a masking mandate and incentivized but not mandated vaccinations. . .non_result_row th { That sets me apart from the other candidates. I proposed in my platform to have 3 days summit with the police department and other stakeholders. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Denver has a Democratic mayor. Steve Douglas - Former Commerce City Councilmember and Union Leader
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The mayor sets the city budget, nominates department heads, and makes more than 700 appointments to positions city-wide. text-align: center; Please note that this list is not exhaustive. width: 50%; The Mayor's office should be promoting non-police policies and programming that lessen the burden on law enforcement to solve every social problem. background-color: #003388; I believe if we had been more effective in our early response, we would not have had to suffer such prolonged economic devastation and "lockdowns" that were financially devastating but not strict enough to actually stop the spread, especially for those expected to continue to work in person. The current approach is not involving the active contribution of community leaders. We CAN make Denver a more affordable city for everyone. border-top: 1px solid #ddd; Throughout this transition we'll support workers, investing in local jobs replacing lead pipes and in construction, while helping workers in transitioning industries. Survey responses from candidates in this race. .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h3.votebox-header-office-name { While I get my crime data from the police department it's important not to completely equate crime rates with safety. The race will likely move to a runoff I am a pragmatist because I am a unifier. Fourteen candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by The Denver Gazette.[24]. Equity must be a core grounding throughout in developing and implementing all of our plan for a growing city that must assume its responsibility to climates. display: inline-block; Those recommendations should be updated if needed and be implemented. Our housing policies have prioritized wealthy developers and pushed out our communities. background-color: #6db24f; I will have implemented the policy of caution by taking decisions. As Mayor, I will also help Denver make the transition to clean energy by electrifying city buildings and fleets, adding EV charging infrastructure, and reducing transportation emissions. [1], Denverite's Kyle Harris wrote, residents "are worried about the city's affordability public safety and rising crime [and] homelessness. For more on how we identify key messages, click here. I remember watching one of the first rockets to the moon take off on a black and white television. Each candidate is listed in the interactive below or here. Quackers. ", Add four hundred police officers, increase funding for police training, and ensure 911 system is responsive to make Denver safer, Enforce the camping ban, to get the homeless into the mental health and drug addiction services they need, Fix Denvers broken permitting department and eliminate regulations that increase the cost of housing for blue collar workers, first time homebuyers, and young families, Submitted Biography: "For twenty years I've fought for economic, racial and environmental justice as a teacher, community organizer, nonprofit leader and public servant in three branches of local government. } As an indigenous and Chicano person, I believe we need to make policy with the urgency our communities deserve and with the next seven generations in mind. The candidates listed below led the field in fundraising and media coverage:[3][4], While the election was officially nonpartisan, Brough, Caldern, Hansen, Herod, Johnston, and Ortega were Democrats, and Rougeot was a Republican.[8][9]. Gary Yamashita: In personal capacity only. Our safety ranks are short by about 50% based on the size of our city; these numbers dont work. .race_header { The Denver Metro Association of Realtors on Thursday grilled seven Denver mayoral candidates about the city's new rental home registration ordinance, some of whom argued that the new rule has been a disaster and should be repealed. We need to create a healthy and productive communication line between the police department and the community. "I am a state senator and engineer with public and private sector experience. On March 7, 2023, seven candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by Denverite and Colorado Public Radio. background-color: #dac113; All I could hope for at the time was that there would be someone to protect him from himself and others. Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? border-radius: 0 0 7px 7px; padding-bottom: 8px; position: absolute; What plans do you have regarding infrastructure? I would like to see a weaker Mayor in Denver, one that can be checked by City Council. A Mayor shapes public policy and is also a visionary for a city. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { Denver has some of the most polluted neighborhoods in the country. .non_result_row { .panel-body { ", Johnston emphasized his work on Proposition 123, which dedicated income tax revenue to funding housing projects, saying, "[n]ow that we have the resources we need to make Denver affordable, we need a mayor with the vision and tenacity to get it done. I was raised in a large Irish Catholic family in western Pennsylvania, attending Duke University on a wrestling scholarship.". All seven candidates said public safety, homelessness, and housing affordability were key issues. The plan is to implement the finding/recommendations of the current studies. As an indigenous and Chicano person, I believe we need to make policy with the urgency our communities deserve and with the next seven generations in mind. Harris added, "The mayor is powerful [and] often described as the strongest elected position in the state."[2]. [30], On March 14, 2023, 11 candidates participated in a debate hosted by 9News. letter-spacing: 0.03em; In my volunteerism and career, I advanced efforts to stem involuntary displacement through the income restricted supply production. Renate Behrens, Al Gardner, Aurelio Martinez, Terrance Roberts, Trinidad Rodriguez, Ean Tafoya, Robert Treta, James Walsh, and Thomas Wolf were also on the ballot. Click a As Mayor, my top priority will be public safety. Biography: Herod received a bachelor's degree in political science and government from the University of Colorado at Boulder. ", Ortega said she "will reduce crime & protect fundamental rights," adding, "Every person in Denver deserves to feel welcome and safe in our community, streets, parks, and businesses. padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: -2px !important; Yes, it opened my eyes to making street spaces more open to pedestrians and less car-dominated. .results_row { [43], On March 2, 2023, 19 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by the City and County of Denver.[44]. My administration will initiate our climate strategy to substantial economic development, operational, planning and direct expenditure efforts in high impact areas. font-weight: 200; A President of country coming for years of war and need an articulated, intelligent, result oriented leader to find way to glory and wellbeing of the people. This will build trust between the city government and those it serves by working to understand folks' needs and concerns; always basing our discussions in logic that's easy to understand; and ensuring diversity in all forms is central and differences are protected. Incumbents are bolded and underlined. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? Growing up, we confronted the effects of housing insecurity, addiction, violence, and mental health struggles. An intelligent working relationship which takes into account the wellbeing of my residents. My systems engineering background combined with my extensive legislative experience will enable me to deliver this vision of a connected, green, dynamic city. } ", Ortega said she "will fight for housing fairness and affordability," and "create opportunities for all people in Denver - that means workers, business owners, public servants, children, the unhoused, and future generations. I would massively expand STAR and related programs to include experts on substance use and cultural norms and traditions. text-align: left !important; In order to qualify for the April 4 ballot, candidates must submit at least 300 verified signatures of registered Denver voters. padding-bottom: 3px; I'm running for Mayor because its about time our local government actually listened to the working families of this city. color: #6db24f; padding-top: 30px !important; Mitigating and reversing this trend in challenging conditions of geography and rapid growth in emissions producing activity, including development, will take long range planning, implementation and collaboration with our region of the state and US. The election is officially nonpartisan and will be held concurrently with elections for the Denver City Council, as well as Denver's City Auditor and City Clerk and Recorder. margin: 5px 0 5px 0; Sources: width: 50px; } How long did you have it? Did the COVID-19 pandemic change your approach to local policy issues? I also support youth mentorship, extracurriculars, conflict resolution education and community care that can teach our youth to move forward in a healthy way. color:white; $200 on administrative services opposing Herod on March 25. We have to sustain those networks and that organizing to build to a better world. -Former State Rep. Joe Miklosi
I am not a progressive; nor a conversative. $40,000 on advertisements and $5,250 on canvassing on March 16. } What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? $116,533 on media buys and $54,375 on canvassing on Feb. 17. I will have worked with business owners, landlords and other stakeholders to put in place a contingency plan the crisis and the aftermath. Denver Republican Party recommends these candidates in council, mayoral election Mar 15, 2023 Against their better judgement, tens of thousands of Republicans still live in the City of Denver and plan on voting in the April 4 election for mayor and city council. Recognizing that leadership can come from everywhere. What does that mean to you? How important is it to involve residents in the governments decision-making process? Click here to access those reports. I will audit the homelessness programs and ensure we're investing in programs that show results and cutting ones that don't. My approach focuses on prevention, rather than band-aid solutions. position: relative; Would you make any changes to existing public safety policy? I also support infrastructure buildout like renewable community owned energy, stormwater management and much more. } display: inline; How would you set priorities and develop plans in a way that will reflect community values and goals? Source1Source2. $50,000 on media buys and $43,018 on postage on March 21. If you are aware of endorsements that should be included, please email us. My top priority is addressing the homelessness crisis. Would you make any changes from current policy? Caldern worked as a professor and as chief of staff in the Denver City Council District 9 office. [47], On Feb. 24, 2023, 10 candidates participated in a candidate forum hosted by PBS 12. } There must maximum transparency and accountability. We need to invest more in prevention of public safety issues, getting at the root cause of problems. mayoral candidate (2023) Kwame Spearman, Mayoral election in Chicago, Illinois (February 28, 2023, general election), Wisconsin State Senate District 8 special election, 2023, Denver Gov, Election Summary Report, April 4, 2023, American Association for Public Opinion Research, https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Mayoral_election_in_Denver,_Colorado_(2023)&oldid=9119053, Pages using DynamicPageList parser function, Pages using DynamicPageList dplreplace parser function, Conflicts in school board elections, 2021-2022, Special Congressional elections (2023-2024), 2022 Congressional Competitiveness Report, State Executive Competitiveness Report, 2022, State Legislative Competitiveness Report, 2022, Partisanship in 2022 United States local elections. With regard to the homelessness crisis, the status quo is not working. 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