The Fifth Ward

The fifth ward has been represented by Bill Lynn for the past few years. 

Bill Lynn

Bill Lynn has been representing the fifth ward for a few years now.  He is known for bringing in the guardian angels as well as leading the charge in taking out the NEO.   Bill has a website at www.profbilllynn.com.   Bill’s issues are Crime, Growth & Jobs, and Improving City Services.

Strengths- Bill has a very loyal following.  He has been in contact with his constituents throughout his term and is one of the best aldermen in that respect.  Between his website, his newsletters and his regular ward meetings, he makes his ward’s residents feel as if they have a voice through him on the council.  He also brought the Guardian Angels to town, which was an innovative way to look at reducing crime.

Weaknesses - His actions the past few years have angered those who feel he is only representing the landlords interests. The dismantling of the NEO as well as the RTO ordinance have left a lot of unhappy voters.

Doug Cunningham

Doug Cunningham has run for council in the past.  He works with NHS which to my knowledge has done some great rehabs in our central city.  His issues are Increase in Public Safety Resources, Restore Trust and Accountability to City Government, Increase Citizen and Business Opportunities.  You can find more information at his website http://www.dougcunningham.org/

Strengths – Doug has been active in his community for years so he has name recognition for voters.  With the recent screw up on the RTO ordinance and the circus like atmosphere downtown voters have expressed they are looking for change.  Doug has solid ideas and is a viable candidate.  He has been out pounding the pavement to get his ideas out to the voters which will be very important.

Weaknesses- We all know the landlords are and will continue to be active in trying to get Lynn back on the council.  Mudslinging and autodialers are expected.

Summary

Your guess is as good as mine on how the dust will settle.  Voters say they want a clean slate all the time and it rarely happens.  Bill Lynn garnered 60% of the vote in the primary.  How many votes have the landlords turned off since then?

Candidate Information

With the accusations of Lisa’s negative mailer I’ve decided to post it so the readers can decide.  Lisa Lewis Final Post Card

Also, don’t forget Doug Cunningham’s fundraiser tonight,  October 25th at the Yacht Club (at the end of Mound).

And you’re invited to join Jenn Olsen, Doug Cunningham and Lisa Lewis for a mass literature drop in the 4th and 5th wards.  They are planning three decked out vehicles with hopefully lots of volunteers ( the candidates for certain) to drop literature.  If you are interested meet at Pohl’s Park at Grand and Kirkwood at 10 AM.  We are planning to drop in Precinct 54  and parts in the 4th ward.

In case any candidates have missed my invitation, I will post information for any candidate who sends it to me.

I’ll have a post on the fifth ward up today or tomorrow.

Fundraisers

There will be a fundraiser for Tom Carnahan tonight at Hickory Gardens from 6pm to 8pm. Everyone is encouraged to come out and meet Tom. Thanks!

Nathan Brown is having a fundraiser tomorrow evening at Gunchies 2905 Telegraph Road from 5:30pm to 8pm. 

Also, Doug Cunningham’s fundraiser is coming up on Thursday, October 25th at the Yacht Club (at the end of Mound).