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FIRST NAME
Gregory
LAST NAME
Bland, Jr
DISPLAY NAME
Gregory Bland Jr
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2021 CITY COUNCIL / MAYOR RACE

City Council
Why are you running?
I am running for city council because I believe that I have an obligation to the people of Topeka  That  Have not yet been able to find their voice to speak out.
How have you already been volunteering or serving in the city?
For over the Past Year I have served the community by providing food qnd prayers to victims and the neighborhoods effected by shootins. Ive organized prayer walks and school supplies give aways. Free haircuts days at midwest barber college
If you are elected, how will you solicit input from areas of the city outside of where you live?
I believe that We are only as strong qs our weakest link. We have to make sure.we serve ALL of topeka and not just the side we live on so i plan to work with other council members to help their areas as well
How would you encourage more community engagement from young professionals?
I want to know and hear from them their input and concerns. When you are given the opportunity to speak it makes a difference and alot of time the young people dont get q chance to share ideas
What do you believe the role of the City Council should be in the development and support of the city's cultural and economic infrastructure for young professionals?
I believe we should be proud of our own! Offer city jobs and internships to those who are choosing to become professionals. Also letters of recommendation.
If you are appointed to Council, list three goals you would like to see the City achieve during your term.
If you are appointed to Council, list three goals you would like to see the City achieve during your term.
Goal 1
My 1st goal is to help with the transportation issue of the city and see if we can expand some bus hours it's some bus hours so that way people can make it Back-and-forth to work to some of these factories in noto and soto
Goal 2
My 2nd goal is to look at the affordable housing acts and see the how we can help the homeless population relation and also create affordable housing on the West side of town as well.
Goal 3
My last goal here is to inspire other young people to stand up and use their voice and step into the position to be leaders And change their future for the better
How can people connect with you?
The can always give me a call, or message me on facebook

BONUS QUESTION

Are there any new or existing programs you would start, end, or expand? If yes, please explain.
More programs for YOUTH, Especially youth in foster care