Three out of the five 1st Ward city council candidates said they oppose mayor Jose “Joey” Torres’ recreation tax which – if approved by voters on November 3rd, 2015 – will raise $3 million from property owners in order to acquire and maintain recreational facilities.
Jackson, council at-large candidate, defaulted on $140,000 city loan
Having defaulted on a $140,000 city loan issued to his business in 2009, Michael Jackson (pictured), council at-large candidate, has filed for bankruptcy protection, according to court documents.
City council hopefuls share their platform in first forum attended by all eight candidates
With all eight candidates vying for the three council seats in attendance, Wednesday’s council at-large candidate forum hosted by the Hillcrest Neighborhood Association allowed residents to become acquainted with the views and candidates running in the May 13th election to represents the city at large.