Adrian Smith

District 06

Adrian Smith

District 06

Below are the full questions and all answers provided by Adrian Smith.

Purpose & Leadership

Why are you running for this position, and what qualifications do you bring?
I'm running for the Fort Worth City Council District 6, for the purpose of a better government efficiency. Since 2021 I've dedicated my time, presence, and voice at Fort Worth City Hall. My dedication has been for greater transparency, accountability, and consideration from those currently elected as representatives for matters of importance to our livelihoods.

What are the top three priorities you will focus on if elected (list three maximum)?

Government efficiency.
Childhood literacy and education.
Equitable development for area that are lacking.

Candidate Commitments

Candidates were asked to rank their level of agreement with the following statements:

I will actively support policies that protect and expand families’ ability to choose the best school for their children, including charter schools and traditional ISD schools.
Strongly Agree

I will champion high-quality education by advocating for policies and resources that support the growth and success of all schools, including charter schools.
Strongly Agree

I will foster collaboration between charter schools, traditional ISDs, and local government to improve education outcomes and expand opportunities for families.
Strongly Agree

I will support city-led initiatives to improve school safety, including pedestrian safety, traffic management, and security measures around school campuses.
Strongly Agree

I will advocate for increased mental health resources for students and families by supporting city partnerships and funding for school-based services.
Strongly Agree

I will push for transparent and consistent communication from city officials regarding education policies that impact families and schools.
Strongly Agree

Optional: Please explain any of your responses above.
I feel that the importance of a good quality education, has been undermined by individuals political desires. We have to restore basic rights of direction back to families, while providing necessary support in areas they lack means for ensuring their children's success. Communities shouldn't be divided between the haves and the have nots, there's sufficient funding for schools if politics is removed from the equation.No Response

Policy Questions

Public service requires balancing priorities that impact education, school safety, and community well-being. Candidates were asked to answer the following questions and provide a brief explanation for each response.

Will you advocate for policies that expand families’ access to high-quality public school options, including charter schools and 1882 partnerships (which allow school districts to collaborate with charter schools, universities, and nonprofits to expand educational opportunities), to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed? Yes

I support any iniatives, and priorities that ensure for successful educational outcomes for all. I'm willing to further educate myself in areas I lack the necessary understanding for policies of.

Will you actively support policies and initiatives that ensure high-quality schools have the public and political backing to exist, grow, and thrive as education options for families in our city? Yes

Grassroots support education should be of the greatest importance, everything begins with stronger communities. We need politicians who aren't self serving, but true servants of the people which entrust them with their given positions.

Will you support policies to improve transportation access for charter school students, including expanding bus services and ensuring safer walking routes? Yes

The federal, state, and local tax dollars that fund education should be distributed fairly without the political red tape which typically binda them. Transportation should be a right for all who require access.

Will you ensure that charter school families have a voice in city policy discussions that impact education, facilities, and community resources? Yes

No families should be made too feel left out, because of a choice in education for their children's future. I will give the same considerations, support, and access to all families without for whom I'm representative of!

Do you support equitable access to city resources for charter schools, such as allowing access to vacant city-owned buildings and ensuring fair funding opportunities for facilities and infrastructure? Yes

No available city resources should be prohibited from any educational institutions. If we can allow developers into the city without restrictions in their desires for development, school vacancies should be made available for use.

Will you support city initiatives to improve traffic and pedestrian safety around schools, including enforcement of school zones and investment in infrastructure like crosswalks and speed bumps? Yes

Safety should never be taken for granted, or minimized in it's effectiveness. As the population continues to grow, so will the traffic, which requires measures put into place for the greatest efficiency!

Beyond general support, what specific actions will you take as a city council member to improve educational opportunities for all students, including those attending charter schools? (Open response)

I currently am a volunteer with the Fort Worth Independent School District, and volunteer reader with Reading Partners North Texas.

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