Tina Bennett-Burton
NONPARTISAN
Tina Bennett-Burton is running for Farmers Branch City Council Member, District 2.
Political background
Tina Bennett-Burton previously served a partial term as council representative for District 3 in Farmers Branch.
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Professional background
Tina is the owner and head chiropractic doctor of her own practice.
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Candidate website
Personal background
As of September 11, 2024, Tina Bennett-Burton’s website did not contain information on this issue.
Candidates (3)
These are the candidates running for this office.
Public Services
Opposes the single-family certificate of occupancy program.
As a city council member, partnered with District 1 to secure funding for a splash pad in Squire Park.
Supports the use of flock cameras, public service officers, and school resource officers to enhance community safety.
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Public Safety
Advocates for improved technology and cameras for first responders and more school resource officers.
Supports reviews of contracts with suppliers, contractors, and developers by the city attorney, and including deadlines and "claw backs" in new contracts for performance issues.
Plans to introduce legislation to increase funding for mental health services.
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Energy & the Environment
Supports the EPA mandated Lead Copper Rule Revision to improve drinking water infrastructure.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Said, "DART [Dallas Area Rapid Transit] is a necessary evil as part of resident transportation needs." Believes there is room for funding cuts without cutting core service.
Opposed reducing lanes near Valley View but thinks any lane reduction should be case by case.
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Housing & Urban Development
Opposes apartment development near single-family homes.
Supports using deadline dates, performance bonds, and claw back provisions in contracts to ensure developers fulfill their commitments to residents.
Supports the 24 Bond to assist with housing and urban development.
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