Alex Karrfalt
Alex Karrfalt was a nonpartisan candidate for Ward 15 representative on the Cleveland City Council in Ohio. Karrfalt was defeated in the general election on November 7, 2017.
Biography
Karrfalt is from Edinboro, Pennsylvania. He received a bachelor's degree in psychology from the College of Wooster in 2011. His professional experience includes working as an associate teacher at the Monarch Center for Autism.[1]
Elections
2017
The city of Cleveland, Ohio, held elections on November 7, 2017. A primary election occurred on September 12, 2017. The mayor and all 17 seats on the city council were up for election. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was June 29, 2017.[2]
Incumbent Matt Zone defeated Alex Karrfalt in the general election for Ward 15 of the Cleveland City Council.[3]
| Cleveland City Council, Ward 15 General Election, 2017 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Matt Zone Incumbent |
79.67% | 2,563 |
| Alex Karrfalt | 20.33% | 654 |
| Total Votes | 3,217 | |
| Source: Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, "General Election Official Results," November 22, 2017 | ||
Campaign themes
2017
Karrfalt's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[4]
Repurposing
- Excerpt: "In collaboration with community leaders, property owners, neighborhood residents, and the County Land Bank, I will develop a plan to evaluate blighted properties. Together, we can determine whether or not properties can be renovated for occupancy, or should be slated for demolition. Ideally, homes would be restored to livable condition, but when they cannot be saved, these lots could be turned into community gardens or other green spaces as determined by the needs of the community."
Education
- Excerpt: "As someone in the field of education, I know the importance of having the best tools and skills at your disposal to effectively facilitate the education of students. For years, there has been a steady decline in school funding from the state and city. Many of the schools in our city are at least 40-50 years old and in dire need of attention."
Infrastructure
- Excerpt: "Systemic infrastructure improvements are also desperately needed in our Ward. We need to improve our roads, sidewalks, and water/sewer systems, among many other things. As I’m sure you’re aware, the state of the roads in the city of Cleveland is abysmal. The average cost of auto repair due to poor road conditions in Cleveland is approximately $651 per year (https://www.cnbc.com/2015/07/23/bad-roads-cost-car-owners-billions-report.html). As your Councilman, I plan to institute an ongoing inventory of the roads in the Ward, so that crucial improvements can be made in a timely fashion."
Policing
- Excerpt: "Safety is a big concern for everyone living in Ward 15 as well as the entire city of Cleveland. People want to be able to walk down the street at night without the fear of being robbed or assaulted. They also have a right to rely on an expertly trained police force that they feel serves the community and offers real protection. In too many instances, current Police training has lead to tragic outcomes. A safe community relies on cooperation and trust between the citizens and the police department. That is why, as your Councilman, I will work with community leaders and the police department to come up with ways to improve the relationship between the citizens and the police without creating further mistrust."
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See also
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External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Alex Karrfalt campaign website, "About Alex Karrfalt," accessed October 27, 2017
- ↑ Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, "2017 Election Calendar," accessed February 2, 2017
- ↑ Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, "2017 Candidate List," July 7, 2017
- ↑ Alex Karrfalt campaign website, "Vision," accessed October 27, 2017
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