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Chris Nettles

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Chris Nettles

District 08

Chris Nettles

District 08

Below are the full questions and all answers provided by Chris Nettles.

Purpose & Leadership

Why are you running for this position, and what qualifications do you bring?
I am currently the sitting Councilmember for this district. I ran in 2021 and won office to represent over 100,000 residents in the district while also serving the whole city close to 1 million residents. I bring a long history of community services, church as pastoring for 15 years, owning and operating a license childcare center for 14 years and being a community advocate. Since in office I brought over 418 million worth of investment to the district will building 2,200 plus affordable and attainable housing for all residents. We have a city have lowered the tax rate 3 years and straight while increasing the homestead exemptions for your seniors.

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

  • Housing, Safety
  • Economic
  • Job growth

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.
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.
Agree

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

Optional: Please explain any of your responses above.
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 agree that every child and family should be able to choose their own learning path.

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

Yes. I have used my political supporting since been in office to ensure high-quality schools.

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

I believe school safety is key. I support expanding or improving transportation.

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

I support this initiative because families and their voice matters.

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

I will continue to advocate for city resources.

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

Yes. I have already made to improvement to some charter school in my district with traffic concerns.

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)

Well I have started these efforts since day one in office. I have supported the creation of two charter school. I have worked our city to improve school safety aross the district. I will continue to support these efforts.

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