Vera Browley, candidate for City Council Ward 1 in Madison, IL
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Name: Vera Browley
Political party: Democrat
Age: 70
Social media: Your 2021 Candidates for the City of Madison & Venice Township. Vote 4/6/21 (Facebook)
Office seeking: Alderwoman Ward 1 in Madison
Are you an incumbent? No
Previous offices sought: n/a
Occupation: Retiree of the Madison County Urban League
Education: n/a
Please list highlights of your civic involvement:
- Girl Scout Leader for 10 years
- Pantry Coordinator for Feed the Homeless
- Voter Registrar Appoint Election Judge for Madison County for 30 yrs.
Why are you running?
As an alderwomen, I pledge to be visible to the citizens in my ward, maintain financial accountability and transparency, work to establish youth and senior citizens programs and seek business partnerships to create job opportunities for citizens in our community
What is the top issue in your race, and how would you address it?
My biggest issue of the lack of youth and senior citizens programs in the area. I will corporate with other business and organizations to bring programs into the area for the youth and try to get jobs for the youth. For senior citizens, I want to provide transportation to run errands and go to doctor’s appointments and also provide a senior activity center for them. I will do that by collaborating with the city and state to provide funds for these programs.
Why should people vote for you?
I have served this community and the surrounding communities with dedication, honesty, and a real zeal for the people. I love my community, and I loved serving the people. I will be working for what matter s the most: the people and our community.