Sean Orr

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Sean Orr

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

El Dorado High School

Personal

Birthplace

Las Vegas, NV

Religion

Catholic

Profession

Security professional

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Sean Orr ran in a special election to the El Paso City Council to represent District 5 in Texas. He lost in the special general election on November 5, 2024.

Orr completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Elections

2024

See also: City elections in El Paso, Texas (2024)

General runoff election

Special general runoff election for El Paso City Council District 5

Ivan Niño defeated Amanda Cunningham in the special general runoff election for El Paso City Council District 5 on December 14, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ivan Niño (Nonpartisan)	62.8	1,212
		Amanda Cunningham (Nonpartisan)	37.2	717

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,929
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General election

Special general election for El Paso City Council District 5

Ivan Niño and Amanda Cunningham advanced to a runoff. They defeated Felix Muñoz, Tamara Davis, and Sean Orr in the special general election for El Paso City Council District 5 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ivan Niño (Nonpartisan)	39.1	7,000
✔		Amanda Cunningham (Nonpartisan)	25.3	4,531
		Felix Muñoz (Nonpartisan)	20.0	3,583
		Tamara Davis (Nonpartisan)	8.8	1,569
		Sean Orr (Nonpartisan)	6.8	1,209

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 17,892
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Sean Orr completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Orr'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 Currently work as a supervisor at a private security company, but throughout my career I Have honed skills in public speaking, financial responsibility, and being upfront. I've served as a media consultant, worked phone banks, as a DNC State Delegate, and worked on policies for small Campaigns. I have been active in the local school communities, as a guest speakers for high school, and as a volunteer track coach at the elementary schools.

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?

• Balance the City Budget. We need to implement a sound financial management that practices balanced is crucial. No more, Binding Obligations, that we didn't approved. The City is approving expenses that is not necessary for to help or provide for El Pasoans, is raising our property taxes. We need to be transparent with the community. They need the right to vote on where we spend their tax paying dollars. True Democracy.
• Law & Order. Enhancing community policing effects and fostering cooperation between law enforcement and residents is essential. District 5 has been neglected for years, we finally have a new precinct located in our district. But we need to work with our other resources to ensure the safety of our district. I will work with the Constables and with the Sheriff which all of the current candidates for the office I have spoken with. We agree on increasing Community policing to decrease crime.
• Supporting Small businesses. Growing up, I always loved shopping at local businesses whether from our community or when I'm traveling. We need to ensure we are growing our community from within. We must promote small businesses, addressing their issues to ensure them to thrive and contribute to our economy. I will be fully committed to hosting monthly meetings in the community, to hear all problems.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

The Environment, it's irreplaceable I want my kids to experience the same environment that I did. I love the environment I cared about every trash I see.

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

Trustworthy, Frank, Honest, and Determine.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The ones stated in the City Ordinance,

Represent and respond to citizen concerns
Appoint and direct City Manager
Enact ordinances and resolutions

Approve budget and tax rates

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I Cared enough to do something.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Boston Bombing, I was 10 years old. My dad loved watching sports, especially racing; cars, bike, on foot. After he past away we would still watched everything he did. My older brother had put it on TV. It was the Second day of Spring break we were just listening while we sat in the room playing with a new toy submarine. When we saw a big cloud appear on the TV, we watch as another appeared. My God Mother saw what had happened and Ran to the TV and Turned it off. But we heard about it after.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My First Job was at JC Penney, I started as a Cashier and moved my way to Merchandise Assistant. I stayed there for 2 years, 1 month and 27 days.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

None

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

We need to, be 100% transparent.

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