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Progressive Coalition of Amherst Endorsement Questionnaire

Name of candidate:
 

Candidate's pronouns:
 

Desired seat:
 

Email address:
 

Phone number:
 

Name of campaign manager:

- I am still in the process of completing this questionnaire. Please check back soon for my responses.

​Have you accepted/will you accept endorsements from other groups? If so, please list the groups:

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Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

1. Public health, safety, and emergency services 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

2. Capital spending, borrowing and local property taxes 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:
3. Operating budget and use of municipal funds 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:
4. Downtown development and zoning policies 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

5. Town government's focus and priorities 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

6. Racial equity and social justice 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

7. Housing and affordability 

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

8. Review of the Amherst town charter

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

9. The business community and distribution of ARPA funds

Please explain your positions and the policies you intend to advocate for regarding the following topics:

10. Investment in climate justice initiatives

What do you see as the greatest strengths and weaknesses of the Town Council and its procedures? 

What would be your top priorities if elected? What steps would you take to accomplish your goals? 

What steps would you take to promote unity and solidarity within the Amherst community?

Describe an effort to bring about change in your community in which you played a major role, including the overall goal, the process, and outcome.

Why should the Progressive Coalition of Amherst support your candidacy?

Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your candidacy (questions, comments, concerns)?

Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your candidacy (questions, comments, concerns)?

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