Council President· 2022–2029
Rashaad Bates
Norristown
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 1:51:48
- Avg per meeting
- 6:13
- Segments
- 3013
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Top issues during term (13)(Governance)
local elections
Expect candidates to ramp up local fundraising and spending as this race heats up.
council meeting agenda
Impact depends entirely on the specific resolutions and budgetary ordinances listed on the upcoming council agenda.
municipal election
While the election itself costs taxpayer money, the winning candidates will control the city's entire budget and tax rates.
Board Leadership and Recruitment
The new leadership team will direct how local tax dollars and municipal budgets are spent across town projects.
council reorganization
While the reorganization itself doesn't cost extra, the new council's upcoming budget decisions could directly impact your local taxes.
council vacancy
There shouldn't be any major tax hit here, though the city might spend a little time and administrative effort running the replacement process.
council procedure
No direct taxpayer dollars are being wasted on a special hearing for now.
council swearing-in
No immediate direct impact on your wallet, though new council priorities could eventually shift how local tax dollars get spent.
elected official misconduct
While the exact dollar amount isn't clear yet, scandals like this usually end up costing taxpayers extra money in legal fees and special proceedings.
local election
Elections cost taxpayer money to run, but the real financial impact depends on which policies and budgets the winning candidate eventually supports.
council resignation
Filling the empty seat will likely cost the city a bit of administrative cash, but no major tax dollars are shifting yet.
council vacancies
It won't cost taxpayers a dime, but having a full council helps make sure your tax dollars are spent wisely.
council eligibility dispute
It won't cost taxpayers much directly, unless the whole mess ends up in court over legal fees.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching Governance.
Voting record (0)(Governance)
No votes found matching Governance.