The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
See below for questions on
Qualification,
Priorities,
Accessiblity,
Recycling,
Housing
Click on a name for other candidate information. See also more information about this contest.
1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)
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Answer from Jane M. Grote:
I have served as president of council in Norwood for 6 terms. I was also Clerk of Council for 7 years. I am experienced in conducting meetings. I am knowledgeable about what has occurred in Norwood over the last 20 years.
2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)
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Answer from Jane M. Grote:
The President of Council's primary responsibility is to preside over all council meetings. I believe that I have demonstrated my ability to do so in a fair manner conducive to getting the work of council done. I also remain informed of all legislation in the city so that I can assist members of council with background information.
3. What steps would you take to ensure that all public facilities are accessible to people with disabilities? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Jane M. Grote:
All public facilities in Norwood are accessible to people with disabilities.
4. What specific steps will you take to expand recycling services in your community? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Jane M. Grote:
Recycling now has recycling included in the cost of garbage collection.
5. What steps would you take to provide affordable housing for all residents of your community? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Jane M. Grote:
This is not a function of the city government in Norwood.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate
are reproduced as submitted to the League.
Candidates' statements are presented as submitted. Word limits apply for each question. Direct references to opponents are not permitted.
The order of the candidates is random and changes daily.
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