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Northeast Ward: Barbara Hanes Burke

Barbara Hanes Burke grew up in Winston-Salem, NC. She is married to Superior Court Judge L. Todd Burke. Together, they have four adult children.

Barbara Hanes Burke has previously worked as a Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools administrator and teacher, a Winston Salem State University adjunct instructor, and a Forsyth Technical Community College adjunct instructor.

Barbara Hanes Burke currently serves as a City Council Member on the Winston-Salem City Council.

As of January 31, 2024, Barbara Hanes Burke did not have a website or any information online.

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W-S Councilmember Barbara Hanes Burke announces 2024 re-election run

Burke hosted a gun violence briefing in February 2023 and partnered with the Winston-Salem Police Department to hold a gun buyback event in November 2021 in an effort to keep weapons off city streets

- Burke hosted a gun violence briefing in February 2023 and partnered with the Winston-Salem Police Department to hold a gun buyback event in November 2021 in an effort to keep weapons off city streets

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Voted to approve the financing of 216-unit multi-family rental development in her ward in September 2023

- Voted to approve the financing of 216-unit multi-family rental development in her ward in September 2023

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Paula McCoy has a Master of Social Work degree from Case Western Reserve University. 

Paula McCoy has over 30 years of experience training groups, developing programs, engaging community and leading five local and state nonprofit organizations. She operates McCoy Enterprises, a consulting and coaching firm specializing in organizational and community development. 

As of February 16, 2024, Paula J. McCoy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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The candidate's website says, "Paula McCoy operates McCoy Enterprises, a consulting and coaching firm specializing in organizational and community development... She previously served as executive director of Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods, whose mission is to connect people, strengthen voices, and leverage resources... Ms. McCoy serves as director of The Partnership for Prosperity... She currently serves as a trustee on the Winston Salem Foundation, is a Board member of the Gateway Nature Preserve of W-S; a Board member of the Piedmont Opera serving as chair of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion..."

The candidate's website says, "Paula McCoy has spent a large part of her career as a ... program and community developer. ... She has over 30 years of experience ... engaging community and leading five local and state nonprofit organizations. Locally, Paula is known for her work in Asset-based Community Development. ... dedicated to helping communities, organizations and individuals realize their potential for success."

The candidate's website says, "Implement initiatives to ensure equal access to opportunities for all residents."

The candidate's website says, "Recognize the economic and social value of the creative industries in community development."

Said, "“I have almost three decades of experience advocating for the services in the community including, equitable education, poverty, and economic expansion opportunities in Winston Salem.”"

The candidate's website says, "Conduct equity assessments on policies to identify and address disparities."

The candidate's website says, "Invest in cultural programs and events that celebrate diversity and community identity."

Wants to, "Invest in cultural programs and events that celebrate diversity and community identity."

The candidate's website says, "Encourage participation in community meetings, town halls, and decision-making processes."

Wants to, "Encourage participation in community meetings, town halls, and decision-making processes."

The candidate's website says, "Establish platforms for transparent communication between residents and local government."

Wants to "Establish platforms for transparent communication between residents and local government."

The candidate's website says, "Utilize technology to enhance civic engagement and accessibility."

Wants to "Utilize technology to enhance civic engagement and accessibility."

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for public art installations and cultural spaces, specifically in NE Winston-Salem."

Wants to "Advocate for public art installations and cultural spaces, specifically in NE Winston-Salem."

The candidate's website says, "Promote diversity in local government and decision-making bodies."

Wants to "Promote diversity in local government and decision-making bodies."

Wants to "Support initiatives that increase access to healthcare services, particularly in underserved communities. Promote mental health awareness and destigmatization. Collaborate with public health agencies to address community health concerns."

- Wants to, "Invest in cultural programs and events that celebrate diversity and community identity."
- Wants to, "Encourage participation in community meetings, town halls, and decision-making processes."
- Wants to "Establish platforms for transparent communication between residents and local government."
- Wants to "Utilize technology to enhance civic engagement and accessibility."
- Wants to "Advocate for public art installations and cultural spaces, specifically in NE Winston-Salem."
- Wants to "Promote diversity in local government and decision-making bodies."
- Wants to "Support initiatives that increase access to healthcare services, particularly in underserved communities. Promote mental health awareness and destigmatization. Collaborate with public health agencies to address community health concerns."

The candidate's website says, "Support community policing models that build trust between law enforcement and residents."

Wants to "Support community policing models that build trust between law enforcement and residents."

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for criminal justice reforms such as bail reform, diversion programs, and enhanced transparency."

Wants to "Advocate for criminal justice reforms such as bail reform, diversion programs, and enhanced transparency."

The candidate's website says, "Engage in community forums to address concerns and promote dialogue between law enforcement and residents."

Wants to "Engage in community forums to address concerns and promote dialogue between law enforcement and residents."

- Wants to "Support community policing models that build trust between law enforcement and residents."
- Wants to "Advocate for criminal justice reforms such as bail reform, diversion programs, and enhanced transparency."
- Wants to "Engage in community forums to address concerns and promote dialogue between law enforcement and residents."

The candidate's website says, "Facilitate a business-friendly environment through streamlined regulations and support services."

Wants to "Facilitate a business-friendly environment through streamlined regulations and support services."

The candidate's website says, "Prioritize workforce development programs to equip residents with the skills needed for local job opportunities."

Wants to "Prioritize workforce development programs to equip residents with the skills needed for local job opportunities."

The candidate's website says, "Collaborate with economic development agencies to attract industries that provide well-paying jobs."

Wants to "Collaborate with economic development agencies to attract industries that provide well-paying jobs."

- Wants to "Facilitate a business-friendly environment through streamlined regulations and support services."
- Wants to "Prioritize workforce development programs to equip residents with the skills needed for local job opportunities."
- Wants to "Collaborate with economic development agencies to attract industries that provide well-paying jobs."

As of January 31, 2024, Paula J. McCoy’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for policies that protect renters from eviction and ensure stable housing conditions."

Will "Advocate for policies that protect renters from eviction and ensure stable housing conditions."

The candidate's website says, "Implement zoning reforms to encourage the development of affordable housing.Explore partnerships with non-profit organizations and developers to create affordable housing units."

Wants to "Implement zoning reforms to encourage the development of affordable housing. Explore partnerships with non-profit organizations and developers to create affordable housing units."

The candidate's website says, "Advocate for a housing preservation bond for the existing housing stock."

Wants to"Advocate for a housing preservation bond for the existing housing stock."

- Will "Advocate for policies that protect renters from eviction and ensure stable housing conditions."
- Wants to "Implement zoning reforms to encourage the development of affordable housing. Explore partnerships with non-profit organizations and developers to create affordable housing units."
- Wants to"Advocate for a housing preservation bond for the existing housing stock."

The candidate's website says, "Invest in public transportation improvements to increase accessibility for all residents."

Wants to "Invest in public transportation improvements to increase accessibility for all residents."

The candidate's website says, "Prioritize infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity, including road repairs and pedestrian-friendly initiatives."

Wants to "Prioritize infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity, including road repairs and pedestrian-friendly initiatives."

The candidate's website says, "Explore smart city solutions to optimize transportation systems and reduce environmental impact."

Wants to "Explore smart city solutions to optimize transportation systems and reduce environmental impact."

- Wants to "Invest in public transportation improvements to increase accessibility for all residents."
- Wants to "Prioritize infrastructure projects that enhance connectivity, including road repairs and pedestrian-friendly initiatives."
- Wants to "Explore smart city solutions to optimize transportation systems and reduce environmental impact."

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- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 

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Winston-Salem City Council Member, Northeast Ward, Democratic Primary

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