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DGLA PAC 2009 Dallas City Council Candidates
Written by Patti Fink
Wednesday, 29 April 2009 00:14
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District 1 Delia Jasso Delia brings a long history of civic service to the District 1 race, which is highly contested by many formidable candidates vying for the open seat left by Dr. Elba Garcia, who is term-limited. She is a lifelong resident of District 1, and has served the district most recently as Vice-Chair of the Dallas Park & Recreation Board, along with leadership roles in local organizations, including TexansCan!, Forward Dallas, Women’s Council of Dallas County, and president of her neighborhood association. Delia is a veteran of major LGBT events, including the Alan Ross Freedom Parade, and is a visible presence within the LGBT community, and she will be an advocate for LGBT equality at Dallas City Hall.
District 2 Pauline Medrano Pauline has a long and proven record of public service and community involvement, a long and dedicated history as a close ally and strong advocate for the LGBT community. She has been productive and effective for her district and for the city during her first two terms of service representing District 2 on the Dallas City Council, and she merits a third term. A past DGLA endorsee with many LGBT appointments to boards & commissions, Pauline will bring continued leadership and insight to the council, and her hardworking style and vigilance within her district are assets to the LGBT community, District 2, and the City of Dallas.
District 3 Dave NeumannSeeking re-election to a second term, Dave has been a visible presence in his district and around the city, including at major LGBT community events such as the Alan Ross Freedom Parade and Black Tie Dinner. During his first term, Dave assisted in shepherding forward expanded LGBT diversity training at the Dallas Fire/Rescue academy, and has a proven record of reaching out within the LGBT community. With high energy and a strong relationship with neighborhood leaders and business owners within his district, Dave will bring continued advocacy for the LGBT community and his district.
District 5 Don Robinson Don is a Dallas native who will bring a wealth of community involvement to the Dallas City Council as its District 5 representative. His record includes decades in the telecom and business sectors, and a long history of community activism, including work within business and labor organizations, neighborhood crime watch programs, and economic development groups, as well as serving as a past president of the Dallas NAACP chapter. Don supports fairness and equality for the LGBT community, and he will be a strong South Dallas voice for District 5 and all of Dallas, including the LGBT community. With a platform focused on much-needed economic development, crime reduction, and full representation of all citizens in District 5, Don will provide an open door for the LGBT community and beyond.
District 6 Steve Salazar A past DGLA endorsee, Steve is a strong supporter of the LGBT community, and he has a proven track record of solid effective service to District 6 and the city. Steve has focused intently on improving neighborhoods in District 6, both for residents and businesses, and it is paying off with increased economic development, crime reduction, and improved quality of life in the district, with continued growth ahead. Seeking re-election to a fourth term, Steve continues to stand with the LGBT community as a voice for fairness and equality, and he merits another term at Dallas City Hall.
District 7 Anthony "Tony" Rios Anthony Rios is a great champion of issues in his district and the city as a whole. His attention to crime and the overall economic viability of our city is more than enough to qualify him for the position he is seeking. Mr. Rios has the experience and education to back it up as well. With a Masters in Public Affairs and Bachelors in Political Sciences he has worked very diligently to improve the quality of life for his district and the city as a whole. Mr. Rios has served on boards and committees for the city of Dallas and has a firm grasp on how the process works. And as more than just icing on the cake, his commitments to hiring LGBT staff members for his office and appointing LGBT citizens to boards and commissions make him a great asset to our community. Mr. Rios is very receptive to LGBT issues and should make a great supporter and advocate for all LGBT citizens of Dallas.
District 9 Sheffie Kadane, Jr. As a native of District 9, Sheffie was born and raised in the district, and continues to serve it as the incumbent candidate. Seeking a second term, Sheffie brings a long track record of service to the City of Dallas, including service on the Dallas Park and Recreation Board and the Board of Adjustment. He has a longtime involvement with White Rock Lake and the Dallas Arboretum, and continues to work with district residents on issues affecting these Dallas gems. Sheffie will be a supporter of LGBT equality and fair-minded governance at Dallas City Hall, and he merits another term representing District 9.
District 11 Linda Koop A past DGLA endorsee, Linda deserves a third term at Dallas City Hall. She has a track record as a smart hard-working representative for District 11 and for the city, and she has been a supporter of LGBT equality on the council as well as with agencies serving the City of Dallas and Dallas County. Linda brings a long rich history of leadership in Dallas, and she merits another term at Dallas City Hall.
District 12 Ron Natinsky Ron is seeking a third term to build on his successes in his district as well as for the City of Dallas as a whole. As an entrepreneur several times over, Ron brings a strong voice for business growth throughout Dallas and an ability to work with others for thoughtful policy-making and common sense at the horseshoe. A past DGLA endorsee, Ron believes firmly in fairness and equality for all Dallas citizens, and is a frequent presence at LGBT community events. He will continue to be a valued supporter of the LGBT community within District 12 and across the city.
District 14 Angela Hunt Seeking her third term at Dallas City Hall, Angela has a proven well-known record of diligent study, knowledge of issues, working relationships with District residents and fellow council members, and a focus on doing the right thing for her district and for the City of Dallas. While she has a proven ability to be a team player on the council, Angela has also proven that she can take an independent stand when she feels issues need a leading voice at City Hall. A past DGLA endorsee, Angela has been a resolute advocate for the LGBT community within District 14 and throughout the city, and her personal involvement in neighborhood and community issues underscores her commitment to her constituents. She has a strong history of appointing LGBT constituents to boards & commissions, and she is a visible sustaining presence at LGBT community events, large and small. Angela clearly merits another term at Dallas City Hall.
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