my priorities

Recent population growth (roughly 30% since 2016) has amplified our city’s traffic. I’ll advocate for roundabouts where they make sense and adaptive signals to clear congestion more quickly.
I’ll champion elevated enforcement of speeding, red light laws, and drag racing to make streets safer.
To improve pedestrian and cyclist mobility, I’ll push for sidewalks, wider paved paths, and accessible crosswalks where possible.

If necessary in the future, I favor renovating Toyota Field using reserve funds rather than adding debt. I don’t think it’s prudent to improve it beyond what’s required to keep the Trash Pandas in Madison.
Before decisions are made on major projects, I believe the justification for each should be communicated clearly. Sufficient time must be made to notify the public and collect feedback.
I'll examine appropriations to internal departments and external agencies to confirm returns on investment and ensure our first responders are equipped to protect us.

Madison City Schools (MCS) bolsters our property values and empowers the next generation. After speaking with stakeholders, I’ve concluded that the system needs the funds currently allocated from the half cent sales tax that sunsets in 2027. As a result, I intend to support its renewal.
I’ll continue to appoint sound, qualified members to the MCS Board of Education.
I propose an appointed youth council (grades 7 through 12), with representatives from all seven districts, to advise the city’s government and learn about its operations.

Since I’m wholly committed to advancing residents’ goals, I decline all contributions from developers, special interest groups, and political action committees.
I’m going to host a town hall before each council meeting to solicit feedback on the agenda. I’ll also update constituents weekly via email, the city’s website, and Facebook.

To enhance understanding and engagement, I’ll encourage Madison’s boards and committees to keep their minutes up to date and calendars current.

I’ll pursue savvy opportunities to preserve green spaces, trails, and mature trees.
Many neighborhood parks throughout District 7 (Brass Oak, Homestead, and Rollingwood, for example) would benefit from equipment upgrades, restrooms, and additional shade. I’m going to explore those options.
To avoid straining streets, schools, and services further, I’ll vote for a slower rate of residential development than what’s been approved in recent years.

putting the people first

paid for by Kenneth Jackson Supporters, P.O. Box 1032, Madison, AL 35758