Here are the candidates for mayor on the Arlington City Council in the May 6 election
Jim Ross
Ross did not respond to multiple requests to fill out the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s candidate questionnaire.
Amy Cearnal
Age: 44
Campaign website: www.AmyforArlington.com
Best way for voters to reach you: 817-513-5033
Occupation: Broker/Owner
Education: MBA - Admin Management/BBA - Finance
Have you run for elected office before? (Please list previous offices sought, with years): No
Please list the highlights of your civic involvement/activism in the city of Arlington:
In Arlington I have served in leadership or on board of directors at Arlington Board of Realtors, Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Arlington Urban Ministries, Leadership Arlington, Downtown Arlington Management Corp, & AWARE plus several others. I also serve & have served the city on multiple Mayor’s Advisory Councils, TIRZ #1, Comprehensive Plan Committee, Downtown Arlington Master Plan Committee, Residential Infill Task Force & Landmark Preservation Committee.
Have you ever been arrested, charged with a crime or otherwise been part of a criminal proceeding? If yes, please explain: no
Have you been involved in a civil lawsuit or bankruptcy proceeding? If yes, please explain: no
Who are your top three campaign contributors? n/a
Why are you seeking this office?
Ready to help Arlington be great. I am a long time advocate for the city of Arlington and look forward to listening to the citizens to make sure we are moving in the direction they are excited to get behind. I’m ready to stand shoulder to shoulder as we move forward doing the work of this city.
What are the biggest challenges facing the Arlington City Council?
Safety & Redevelopment
If elected, what would your top 3 policy priorities be?
1) fiscal accountability 2) neighborhood & commercial corridor improvement 3) safety across the entire city
How will you measure your success as an Arlington City Council member?
Execution of common goals. Success has to involve us working together to evaluate & set policy then moving toward completion of those goals.
Why should voters choose you over your opponents?
Ultimately the city of Arlington needs a full time mayor who is ready to dive into action. We cannot just talk about things to get done but need to move toward our future now.
