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Here’s a summary of what I'll be talking about with our neighbors—a platform for working together:
Restructure Public Safety. Devise a community-centered approach to keep our North Ward neighborhoods safe.
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Capture state and federal resources to hire more police and implement a real community policing program.
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Ensure that our Trenton Police Department has the resources to be an effective crime-fighting organization accountable to the community.
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Unify the police and community groups to help implement meaningful police reform.
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Develop strategies to recruit new police officers from the community, so the department reflects our city’s diversity.
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Encourage our city’s young people to pursue careers in law enforcement.
Clean Up Trenton. Maintain city parks, open spaces, and public spaces for our residents and visitors to enjoy year-round.
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Improve tree trimming and care for healthier trees that beautify Trenton.
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Address illegal dumping.
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Upgrade snow removal on main roads and side streets.
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Fix potholes and expand the city’s street paving.
Execute Effective Economic Development. Attract and retain businesses to the city and North Ward to strengthen our economy and create more employment and buy-local opportunities.
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Develop an easy-to-access microloan program for North Ward and city businesses.
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Market Trenton’s storied history and assets to drive tourism and support our city’s economy.
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Revisit the city’s master plan for development and economic prosperity, guided by input from city residents.
Improve People’s Lives. A better quality of life for all Trenton residents!
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Ensure our senior citizens have easy access to services, city facilities, and transportation.
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Create more recreational activities for children.
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Strengthen city services for residents struggling with homelessness, mental illness, addiction, and re-entry from incarceration.
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Strengthen work and programs that address food insecurity.
Public Education. Support practical efforts to strengthen Trenton public schools and work by our teachers and administrators to help our students see where their education can lead.