Elect
Dave L. Garee
Broadview Heights City Council - Ward 2
DaveGaree@gmail.com
440-463-8881
Issues
I want to "Make a Difference" Ward 2 deserves a representative that will represent, respond, be present at council meetings and communicate the needs and concerns of the residents in Ward 2. .
Restore Confidence in City Government:
My work within the community of Broadview Heights has shown that community participation keeps public servants accountable to the public. Ward 2 deserves a representative that will be involved in the community. Ward 2 deserves a representative that will communicate with the residents of Ward 2 and keep them fully apprised of the ongoing activities within City Council. "True Change occurs only when there is participation and accountability"
Accountability for Council Members:
City Council members should be held accountable for their attendance, actions and inaction. One member of current council has failed the citizens of Broadview Heights and your Ward 2. This is an injustice, they cannot effectively represent the citizens of Ward 2 if they themselves are not at required meetings and absent on a regular basis. Ward 2 residents deserve a reliable, strong, confident and capable representative. Council Members need to always remember who they work for and why they serve... It's not City Hall, but actually the residents Broadview Heights. Attendance records should be public record and be posted on the city's website.
Economic Development
Development is an issue that ties all of us together. Broadview Heights struggles to attract new business growth. We need to do a better job. Our community needs to benefit from Economic Growth... not suffer from the lack of it. Plans should be reviewed monthly with the Economic Development Director and progress needs to be tracked and evaluated. Our most valuable resource "our residents" need to be more involved in revamping the plan for our city's future.
Improve City & Recreational Services
It is time to stop talking and start delivering new and improved city services. We have heard about a new recreation center for way too long. It's time for a plan to be finalized and put in place. Take action... enough discussion. There should be an open line of communication between all non-profit and community service organizations in the city. Working together we can accomplish far more for the citizens of Broadview Heights than we can working alone.
Promoting Public Safety
I want to work with the Police, Fire and Service Departments to ensure our streets remain safe, our businesses can operate securely and that our families can thrive knowing they live in a safe community. I am committed to the constant improvement of this community and I am proud to call Broadview Heights home.