Manuela Carranza, candidate for village clerk in Fairmont City, IL
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Name:
Manuela Carranza
Political party (if applicable):
New Beginnings Party
Age as of April 6, 2021:
45
Campaign website or social media page:
Fairmont City — New Beginnings Party on Facebook
Office seeking:
Fairmont City village clerk
Are you an incumbent?
No
Previous offices sought:
None
Occupation:
U.S. Department of Agriculture rural development
Education:
Columbia College
Please list highlights of your civic involvement:
I have assisted in our community by volunteering to help with Mexican consult visits. I am always helping our Spanish-speaking residents with translations or properly filling out important documentation.
Why are you running?
I’m running to make a difference in our community. One of my goals is bringing a better, faster and more reliable internet provider to our village.
What is the top issue in your race, and how would you address it?
I want the best community environment for all the residents of Fairmont City. My top issues will be improving the village’s streets and drainage problems, staying within our city budget and protecting the safety of our residents.
Why should people vote for you?
I am a hard worker and an honest, dependable and reliable person who is always willing to help others.
This story was originally published March 1, 2021 at 12:47 PM.