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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.
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1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)
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Answer from Rick Brasington:
My family and I have lived in Madeira since 1978. I have been active in the community coaching sports, and for the past 10 years have served on the Planning Commission. I understand the issues that face Madeira, and want to become an active governing part of its future.
Answer from Tim Dicke:
I am a part time firefighter in the City of Madeira. I have also have been the president of Madeira Youth Soccer for 3 years, working countless hours for free to make the city a better place. I care about the city and I feel the city can do better.
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2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)
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Answer from Tim Dicke:
We need to increase manpower at the Madeira Fire station to 4 firefighter everyday. This would allow the dept. to respond to all medical and fire needs with reduced response times. Becoming more effective and reduce the loss of lives and property.
Hire full time park manager who would be responsible for all maintenance and improvements. This would help the parks to be one of the best in the area. In my plan this all can be done without increasing taxes.
Answer from Rick Brasington:
A budget-value analysis will ensure that current income is being spent intelligently, and that services important to the community are maintained. The need for added income is clear, however, and we must determine the most equitable method of raising what is required to stop the drain on reserves. Park land is scarce; we must continue to apply for grants and seek partnerships that will allow us to enhance what we have. Lastly, to maintain and grow a healthy business core, I will strengthen existing programs to support existing businesses, and will expand our communication program to encourage more growth.
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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 Tim Dicke:
At this time all city buildings are accessible. My father has a physical disability so I will make it a point to make sure all public buildings continue to be accessible.
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4. What specific steps will you take to expand recycling services in your community? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Tim Dicke:
The city needs to develop a recycling/mulching program for yard waste. To much usable yard waste is sent to the land fill. We need program with help from Toro lawn eguipment showing the citizens that new mower can mulch leaves and grass. Thus leaving nutrients and water back into your yard and not sending it to the dump. I have done this with other communities I can do it here.
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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 Tim Dicke:
We need to keep Madeira a safe place to live and raise a family. Need to keep property values strong. To make buying a home in Madeira a good investment for you and your family.
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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