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Jane Harrison

Raleigh City Council District D

Candidate Statement:

Raleigh City Councilor & Mayor Pro Tem Jane Harrison represents District D (southwest Raleigh) with her commitment �All Voices at the Table.� Dr. Harrison holds a Ph.D. in natural resource management and works as an environmental economist at NC State University. Harrison is committed to sustainable and inclusive development for Raleigh. She knows we have a duty to share our abundance with the next generation.

Harrison has worked in local, state and federal government throughout her career and brings a deep well of experience to the City. She finds consensus on complex issues and has the persistence to get things done. Harrison led the effort to develop Raleigh's Leaf Out Plan to plant 24,000 new trees across the City, and was instrumental in keeping Athens Drive Community Library in Raleigh.

Direct Quote:

I care about you and our city. On Raleigh City Council, I work to elevate the needs of my neighbors. I want everyone to feel safe. To have a sidewalk to get to the bus stop & trees for shade. For the cost of rent not to break your monthly budget. I'm there for you.

Issues:

Community Engagement

City decisions should be community centered. Harrison recognizes the voices of the most affected groups, including historically marginalized communities and impacted neighbors and businesses. Prior to election on Raleigh City Council, she served as co-chair of the West Raleigh CAC (Community Advocacy Council), bringing attention to public safety, proposed rezonings, land use changes, and neighbor needs. Harrison attends community forums across the city, sharing information and gathering input to bring the best ideas forward.

Community EngagementCity decisions should be community centered. Harrison recognizes the voices of the most affected groups, including historically marginalized communities and impacted neighbors and businesses. Prior to election on Raleigh City Council, she served as co-chair of the West Raleigh CAC (Community Advocacy Council), bringing attention to public safety, proposed rezonings, land use changes, and neighbor needs. Harrison attends community forums across the city, sharing information and gathering input to bring the best ideas forward.

Affordable Housing

As the city grows, we can't leave people behind. Harrison supports initiatives to help residents stay in their homes, as well as new developments that provide affordable housing. The City of Raleigh purchases property like the DMV site on New Bern Avenue to convert into income restricted housing. The City also provides funds to subsidize affordable housing projects and reduce rents in partnership with non-profit housing developers. Under Harrison's leadership, the City now provides direct rental assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Affordable HousingAs the city grows, we can't leave people behind. Harrison supports initiatives to help residents stay in their homes, as well as new developments that provide affordable housing. The City of Raleigh purchases property like the DMV site on New Bern Avenue to convert into income restricted housing. The City also provides funds to subsidize affordable housing projects and reduce rents in partnership with non-profit housing developers. Under Harrison's leadership, the City now provides direct rental assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Environmental Stewardship

Harrison helps to set the City's environmental agenda. Her career is focused on sustainable development - she's committed to protecting our waterways and greenspaces. We all benefit from clean air and water, parks for recreation, and beautiful places to take a pause. Harrison advocates for investments in our natural amenities and improvements to transit infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence. She is a strong voice for climate adaptation. We must act to reduce flooding and heat waves, and protect our tree canopy.

Environmental StewardshipHarrison helps to set the City's environmental agenda. Her career is focused on sustainable development - she's committed to protecting our waterways and greenspaces. We all benefit from clean air and water, parks for recreation, and beautiful places to take a pause. Harrison advocates for investments in our natural amenities and improvements to transit infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence. She is a strong voice for climate adaptation. We must act to reduce flooding and heat waves, and protect our tree canopy.

Community Engagement

City decisions should be community centered. Harrison recognizes the voices of the most affected groups, including historically marginalized communities and impacted neighbors and businesses. Prior to election on Raleigh City Council, she served as co-chair of the West Raleigh CAC (Community Advocacy Council), bringing attention to public safety, proposed rezonings, land use changes, and neighbor needs. Harrison attends community forums across the city, sharing information and gathering input to bring the best ideas forward.

Community EngagementCity decisions should be community centered. Harrison recognizes the voices of the most affected groups, including historically marginalized communities and impacted neighbors and businesses. Prior to election on Raleigh City Council, she served as co-chair of the West Raleigh CAC (Community Advocacy Council), bringing attention to public safety, proposed rezonings, land use changes, and neighbor needs. Harrison attends community forums across the city, sharing information and gathering input to bring the best ideas forward.

Affordable Housing

As the city grows, we can't leave people behind. Harrison supports initiatives to help residents stay in their homes, as well as new developments that provide affordable housing. The City of Raleigh purchases property like the DMV site on New Bern Avenue to convert into income restricted housing. The City also provides funds to subsidize affordable housing projects and reduce rents in partnership with non-profit housing developers. Under Harrison's leadership, the City now provides direct rental assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Affordable HousingAs the city grows, we can't leave people behind. Harrison supports initiatives to help residents stay in their homes, as well as new developments that provide affordable housing. The City of Raleigh purchases property like the DMV site on New Bern Avenue to convert into income restricted housing. The City also provides funds to subsidize affordable housing projects and reduce rents in partnership with non-profit housing developers. Under Harrison's leadership, the City now provides direct rental assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Environmental Stewardship

Harrison helps to set the City's environmental agenda. Her career is focused on sustainable development - she's committed to protecting our waterways and greenspaces. We all benefit from clean air and water, parks for recreation, and beautiful places to take a pause. Harrison advocates for investments in our natural amenities and improvements to transit infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence. She is a strong voice for climate adaptation. We must act to reduce flooding and heat waves, and protect our tree canopy.

Environmental StewardshipHarrison helps to set the City's environmental agenda. Her career is focused on sustainable development - she's committed to protecting our waterways and greenspaces. We all benefit from clean air and water, parks for recreation, and beautiful places to take a pause. Harrison advocates for investments in our natural amenities and improvements to transit infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence. She is a strong voice for climate adaptation. We must act to reduce flooding and heat waves, and protect our tree canopy.

External Candidate Links:

Jane Harrison's Website