Crista Carlino

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Crista Carlino

Democratic Party

Indianapolis City Council District 11

Tenure

2024 - Present

Term ends

2028

Years in position

1

Predecessor

Vop Osili

Prior offices

Indianapolis City Council District 6

Successor: Carlos Perkins

Predecessor: Janice McHenry

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 7, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

University of Indianapolis, 2009

Graduate

Marian University, 2012

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Birthplace

Indianapolis, Ind.

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Crista Carlino (Democratic Party) is a member of the Indianapolis City Council, representing District 11. She assumed office on January 1, 2024. Her current term ends on January 1, 2028.

Carlino (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Indianapolis City Council to represent District 11. She won in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Carlino represented Indianapolis City Council District 6 from 2020 until 2024.

Biography

Carlino earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Indianapolis in 2009 and her master's degree from Marian University in 2012.

Elections

2023

See also: City elections in Indianapolis, Indiana (2023)

General election

General election for Indianapolis City Council District 11

Incumbent Crista Carlino won election in the general election for Indianapolis City Council District 11 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Crista Carlino (D)	100.0	3,065

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Indianapolis City Council District 11

Incumbent Crista Carlino advanced from the Democratic primary for Indianapolis City Council District 11 on May 2, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Crista Carlino	100.0	1,076

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,076
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Endorsements

Carlino received the following endorsements.

• Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce

2019

See also: City elections in Indianapolis, Indiana (2019)

General election

General election for Indianapolis City Council District 6

Crista Carlino defeated incumbent Janice McHenry in the general election for Indianapolis City Council District 6 on November 5, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Crista Carlino (D)	51.5	3,269
		Janice McHenry (R)	48.5	3,078

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 6,347
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Indianapolis City Council District 6

Crista Carlino advanced from the Democratic primary for Indianapolis City Council District 6 on May 7, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Crista Carlino	100.0	1,211

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,211
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Indianapolis City Council District 6

Incumbent Janice McHenry advanced from the Republican primary for Indianapolis City Council District 6 on May 7, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Janice McHenry	100.0	1,189

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,189
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Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2019

Crista Carlino completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2019. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Carlino's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a lifelong wesider, professional tenured educator, librarian, public servant, activist, and mother. I will bring my knowledge and pride for the Westside into my service on the Indianapolis City Council. I have experience serving the students of Indianapolis since 2009, and even serve on the Indianapolis Public Library Board of Trustees.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• -Increase the number of jobs with a livable wage in our city
• -Improve communications and relationships between our public safety initiatives and neighborhoods
• -Invest in infrastructure projects on the Westside

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As a mother, I recognize just how critical it is to keep our neighborhoods safe, while building the Indianapolis of the Future for our children. I have a track record of partnering with community and private organizations to reach a common goal. From grant writing to managing large budgets, I have the 21st century leadership experience we need to lead our district for the next four years.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The City Council is a uniquely local affair. As a life-long resident of the Westside, I know the specific needs and desires of the community simply by listening and participating as a citizen for the last three decades.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I was raised by a single mom. She worked multiple jobs just to make ends meet. She taught me how strong and powerful the will of a woman can be. She serves in our community in thankless ways, and truly inspired me to become the teacher and public servant I am today.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Listening skills and the ability to help people compromise on the visions for the future of our city.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

I think public service can take many forms. As public school teacher, I think I've spent years performing services for our city's students and their families. It is in that same spirit I hope to soon serve as District 6 City Councillor.

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Footnotes

Political offices
Preceded by Vop Osili (D)	Indianapolis City Council District 11 2024-Present	Succeeded by -
Preceded by Janice McHenry (R)	Indianapolis City Council District 6 2020-2024	Succeeded by Carlos Perkins (D)