Vote For Detroit Slate

These are the people I will be voting for on 3 November 2009. I believe these people will move Detroit in a new direction with Integrity, Honesty, and Accountability. Not all will make it into office, but for the ones that do, Detroit will be better for it. VOTE Detroit, you get what you VOTE for.
Mayor
Jerroll Sanders (Write-in Candidate)
City Clerk
None at this time, this may change.
City Council
James Tate
Lisa Howze
David Cross
Mohamed Okdie
Charter Commission
Johathan Kinloch
Tonya Myers-Phillips
Jenice Mitchell Ford
Ken L. Harris
Patty Fedewa
Board of Education At Large
Deborah E. Davis
Marie Thornton
Vote NO on Proposal S.
Vote Yes on Proposal D.
Mayor
Jerroll Sanders: I support Jerroll Sanders 100% as a write-in candidate, but she could have been more vocal in the primary.
· Job One—Creating A Safe Detroit.
· A Promise to Deliver World Class Education to Detroit's Children.
· A Real Plan for Reducing Automobile and Homeowner Insurance. One rate for one state plan.
· http://www.motownmayor.com/
City Clerk
None at this time, this may change.
City Council
James Tate: I support him 100% because his principals are similar to mine. Any endorsements he receives he has gotten the old fashion way, he earned them. "The only way for our community to have a considerable crime reduction, better schools and thriving neighborhoods is by making an extensive investment in the well being of our youth."
· Combat neighborhood blight
· Re-involve citizens through block clubs and community organizations
· Expand funding for senior citizen programs
· Inspire youth leadership
· Workforce development
· http://www.jamestatefordetroit.com/
Lisa Howze: Not because she is the only C.P.A. in the group, her ideals are fresh and worth a try. Her mission is ‘to improve the quality of life for all citizens of the city of Detroit and its stakeholders.’
http://www.lisahowze4detroitcitycouncil.com/
David Cross: He is a long shot but very capable of taking a seat on council and doing very well in that position. He is for rebuilding Detroit, not just tearing down vacant homes but re-building our neighborhoods, I echo this strongly. What Are We Waiting For?
http://electdavidcross.com/
Mohamed Okdie: I believe he would be a stronger candidate in four years, hasn’t made his mark in this election cycle.
Plans for Economic Development: “In order to stimulate Economic Growth and Development, we must first provide a stable environment that encourages businesses to invest and create new jobs.”
www.electmohamedokdie.com/
Charter Commission
Johathan Kinloch: This man believes in a lot of the same things I do, term limits being one of them. "If districts are created the office of mayor and city council's role will have to change. The charter will have to allow for the city council members to have a well defined role in the general administrative supervision in the delivery of city services, programs, planning and development matters within their elected districts."
http://www.kinlochforchartercommission.com/
Tonya Myers-Phillips: Term limits are also on this very capable woman’s mind but this is not all she has to offer. A life long Detroiter Ms. Phillips, “Will fight for revisions that hold elected officials accountable, elect city council by district, strengthen citizen district councils, and have a more equitable sharing of power between the executive and legislative branches of government.”
http://www.tonyaphillips.com/
Jenice Mitchell Ford: “Get on board with Ford.”
http://www.jenicemitchellford.com/
Ken L. Harris:
· Explore Council by districts
· Investigate term limits for city elected officials
· Examine confirmation process of appointees and contracts
· Review checks and balances between Mayor and City Co8unccil
· Strengthen ethical guidelines & ethics board.
· www.harrisforcharter.com/
Patty Fedewa: Not a believer in terms limits, but I support and believe in most of what she stand for and believe in.
· Election of city council by districts
· Practical procedures to remove unethical officials and void duplicate elections
· Checks and balances on our elected officials
· Fedewa is opposed to all stipends for commissioners and will donate any she receives.
· www.fedewachartercommission.com/
Board of Education At Large
Deborah E. Davis:

· Create clean, safe and healthy learning environments.
· Implement creative and innovative curricula.
· Develop plans for closed buildings to become assets to the community.
· www.deborahedavis.com/
Marie Thornton: She is very approachable and likeable and tell it like it is.
Vote NO on Proposal S Bond Proposal for Detroit Public Schools.
Vote Yes on Proposal D, council by districts: Although this will be reviewed by the newly elected Charter Commission, give it a yes vote to make sure your voice is heard on this matter. If you are not for council by districts by all means vote no on this proposal.

Honorable Mentions: Not sold on them yet but could make very good officials if voted into office.
City Council
Gary Brown: Never thought I would say this but here goes. I’m not big on Brown at all but he does sounds like he knows what he is talking about and he cares for Detroit, he would make a fine addition to city hall. “If you want someone who can provide strong leadership, accountability and transparency in city government, then Gary is your candidate.”
www.electgarybrown.com/
Fred Elliott Hall: He has real business since about the city and would make a great city council person. Can you say underdog? “Small Business Growth and Development: Detroit needs more companies and individuals to build and maintain businesses in the city. Red tape and lack of resources often slow the process of getting from concept to completion—meaning fewer jobs and less opportunity for our citizens.”
http://www.fredhall2009.com/

April C. Archer: "Your New Council Woman!"

Charter Commission
Olumba-John Olumba: Not big on terms limits, but will listen to your concerns and add them to charter discussions.
John R. Eddings: www.eddingsforchartercommission.wordpress.com/
Reggie Reg Davis: www.reggieregdavis.com/

Facebook Fireworks over Council Candidates

This is taken directly from the Facebook page of a popular radio host. This is an exchange between to of the shows listeners. One, a former Detroit City Council Candidate, the other just your average Detroiter.

Jai-Lee Dearing has been caught is a lie three times so far since winning the primary.

Lie one: Nude Girly ads on his campaign flyers (He had nothing to do this however.)

Lie Two: Placing people who endorsed him on his campaign flyers. The only problem is, these people did not endorse Mr. Dearing (He had nothing to do with this however.).

And Lie Three: Being in two places at one time, read on (He had nothing to do with this however.).

Walt: Please ask the candidates who they voted for during the Kilpatrick vs. Gill Hill & Kilpatrick vs. Freman Hendrix Mayoral races. If they voted for former Mayor Kilpatrick, what were their reasons for voting for him during that specific election (please specify which election their reasoning is coming from).

12 hours ago Angie: Raphael, is sounding a bit tooooo animated for me. I can get with passion but animation is a concern for me because animation is NOT going to solve problems in this city. And animation is already on Council, we don't need anymore situation comedians on Clownsil. I have asked all year, can we please take the Clown out of the Clownsil.

11 hours ago Walt: Angie......lol
Let's be respectful of all the City Council Candidates. lol
Shame on you, Angie!

11 hours ago Angie: Ok Walt, you smacked my hands and I accept. But yeesh!

11 hours ago Walt: Wow! Jai Lee Dearing won't get my vote. If he won't tell me his voting history, then he is not worthy of my vote.

11 hours ago Angie: See already doing the two-step

11 hours ago Walt: At least James Tate & Raphael had the courage to answer the questions.

11 hours ago Walt: So much for transparency with Mr. Dearing.

11 hours ago Walt: I understand James Tate voting for Mayor Kilpatrick, he had a position with him. I even understand Raphael voting for Mayor Kilpatrick...they both went to Cass. (I went to Cass & I have never voted for Mayor Kilpatrick). Sorry Angelo, this is not for the air. This is just my reaction to their responses.

11 hours ago Walt: I was on the fence with Jai Lee Dearing & this helped me. He's out of my 9.

11 hours ago Angie: Tell Mr. Dearing to look at the DC model which has council by Ward. But you also have Ward Commissioners/Presidents, so you are not working alone.

11 hours ago Angie: How is Jai-Lee going to do a Freep chat at Noon? Or is someone going to fake it on his behalf?

11 hours ago Angie: Interesting, Jai Lee is already answering questions on the Freep chat simultaneously while in studio at WCHB. This man is a magician!

11 hours ago Angie: From Freep Chat: [Comment From Sophie]

Mr. Dearing, how are you here and on the radio at the same time? Jai-Lee Dearing: Sophie, that's a good question.

Then the so-called Jai-Lee Dearing moves on to next question. FRAUD ALERT!

11 hours ago Walt: Angelo, being the President of a community association, I would like to know what their presence will be at community meetings, if elected.

11 hours ago Walt: Angelo, thanks for putting these 3 on @ the same time. This cleared everything up for me. Can't wait till tommorow.

10 hours ago Walt: I'm voting for James Tate!

There you have it straight from page. What do you think?
Walt: a former candidate is deciding his vote on the basis of who voted for whom.
Angie: Telling on Jai-Lee Dearing on the air. Two places at once, David Copperfield, eat your heart out.

If it wasn’t true, I wouldn’t believe it.

You get what you VOTE for. Vote Detroit.

Council by Districts not on ballot?

Too long for Facebook so it is posted here.

Districts may not be on the ballot after all, because of poorly written language. Do you want Council by Districts, if so, then Vet the candidates for Charter Commission not City Council. These are the people who are going to rewrite the charter, not council candidates. I get tried of people asking council candidates this question when they have no say so in the matter, AT ALL as council candidates. Ask the right people the right questions and you will get the right answers! Ask the wrong people these same questions, and they will dazzle you with B.S. each and every time. Don't be fooled, become aware.

You get what you VOTE for.

DETROIT: BUDGET CUTS NECESSARY

http://www.frontlinesblog.com/2009/09/detroit-budget-cuts-necessary.html

In response to: DETROIT: BUDGET CUTS NECESSARY by Daniel Miller. Link to story above.

I don’t know where to start, so I will just start with “his own residence” remark. First of all, Mayor Bing doesn’t own anything in the city of Detroit, he rents the apartment. He also still owns his ‘real’ home in Franklin MI. Also, since we have to pay for the mansion whether Dave Bing lives in it or not is now a waste of money.

Dave Bing is taking a salary, he is just giving to the general fund, but rest assured, we are still paying him a salary. What he does with it after that is his business.

30% of Detroit households don’t a car, that’s 30% of Detroiters that need the bus all the time. You do not take the bus, I do. I know what people go thought when they have to wait an hour for a bus. Do you? No bus service is not what this city needs, cut down on the bus routes, but do not eliminate them, as with his first proposal.

I suggest we have Sunday bus service on both Saturday and Sunday.

I suggest we raise the fair by $0.25 to generate more revenue from the bus service.

I suggest we have longer wait times on certain routes I.E. Instead of a 30 minute wait for a bus, we have a 40 minute wait. In this way, we can cut only one job from a route instead of 2 or 3.

Look into the numbers and try to find other ways to save Detroit money. Don’t just say “Let’s do this and not that.” Give us why, and how to fix it. How will these cuts affect others? Mayor Bing’s first proposal was to eliminate bus service completely from 6 P.M. Saturday evening to early Monday morning. That is a long time with no public transportation at all. We can’t, as a city, do that to our citizens.

I agree that cuts should start from the top, but do they really? As I said before, Mayor Bing is still drawing a salary he is just giving it away. Furthermore, Bing has appointed more people than any Mayor before him, all with six figure salaries in a debt filled Detroit budget. I call for the Mayor, City Council, and City Clerk to take a 30% reduction in salary, lead by example. None of them are willing to do this. None of them are willing to give up perks, save one. Cuts should start at the top, but no one from the top is taking your advice.

Now I propose something to you. How would you handle Detroit’s debt? How would you handle the bus cuts? Would you willingly go into receivership to save the city? I look forward to hearing your answers.

Herbie Felton
Concerned citizen

52 Suspensions

Police: Man Has 52 Suspensions
Man Pulled Over In Ferndale For An Improper License Plate

FERNDALE, Mich. -- Ferndale police said they arrested a man Monday who had 52 current license suspensions and 18 warrants.
Police said 31-year-old Ahmed Adbul Malik, of Detroit, was pulled over on Eight Mile Road near Westend Avenue in Ferndale for driving a 1984 Chevy vehicle with an improper license plate.
Malik was arrested and his car impounded after officers discovered his history.
Police said Malik's mother, who is the owner of the car, and a 16-year-old boy were in the car at the time of Malik's arrest.
Malik's arraignment was set for Tuesday afternoon.