Norcross, GA, James K. Redding Platform

James is a business owner. He owns four restaurants. He previously worked at Dekalb County Police Department for 10 years.

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James K. Redding's campaign for city council member is his first entry into politics.

As of September 5, 2023, James K. Redding did not have a website or any information online.

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Wants to implement railroad silent crossing technology.

Plans to "keep downtown Norcross protected and preserve its old school charm."

- Wants to implement railroad silent crossing technology.
- Supports creating more parking space.
- Plans to "keep downtown Norcross protected and preserve its old school charm."

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James K. Redding

Josh is married and has four children. He holds a bachelor's degree in management information systems from the University of Georgia.

Josh serves as the President of multiple organizations: Arbor-Nomics Turf, Inc. since 2012, Graham Spray Equipment since 2013, Simply Organic Turf Care since 2015 and Tuflex Manufacturing Corp. since 2021.

Josh Bare is currently a city council member. He previously served from 2004 to 2005. He was then elected in 2015 and has been in office for two terms.

Supported the formation of Discovery Garden Park.

- Supported the formation of Discovery Garden Park.

As of September 5, 2023, Josh Bare’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supported the creation of the new Norcross Library branch.

- Supported the creation of the new Norcross Library branch.

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Norcross, GA, Sonia Lopez

Sonia is originally from El Salvador. She is a member at the Neighborhood Cooperative Ministry.

Sonia currently serves on the Norcross Public Arts Commission.

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Sonia Lopez's campaign for city council member is her first entry into politics. She previously ran in 2020 and did not win.

As of September 5, 2023, Sonia Lopez did not have a website or any information online.

Wants to "create opportunities for everyone to succeed in our city regardless of background."

Plans to "attract more investment through new projects that bring tourism and serve our youth."

- Wants to "create opportunities for everyone to succeed in our city regardless of background."
- Plans to "attract more investment through new projects that bring tourism and serve our youth."

Wants to "restore Buford Highway by revamping zoning policies and working with community activists."

Plans to "promote smart growth while keeping Norcross’s unique character."

- Wants to "restore Buford Highway by revamping zoning policies and working with community activists."
- Plans to "promote smart growth while keeping Norcross’s unique character."

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- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 

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