December 2015 City of Houston, HISD Runoff Reminder Edition of Houston Business Connections

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Sylvester Turner, Bill King, Bill Frazer, Chris Brown, Mike Knox, Georgia Provost, Amanda Edwards, Roy Morales, Rhonda SkillernJones, Larry Williams, Steve Le, Richard Nguyen, Karla Cisneros, Jason Cisneroz, Mike Laster, Jim Bigham, David W. Robinson, Willie R. Davis, Jack Christie, Sharon Moses, Manuel Rodriguez, Jose Leal, are all candidates who have earned spots on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election Ballot HBC Reports

In case you haven’t heard, Sylvester Turner and Bill King proved themselves to be the top two candidates in a star-studded field of mayoral contenders who faced off in the race for Mayor of Houston, Texas back on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. The aforementioned field of candidates included: Adrian Garcia (third place finisher), Ben Hall (fourth place finisher), Chris Bell (fifth place finisher), Steve Costello (sixth place finisher), Hoc Thai Nguyen (seventh place finisher), Marty McVey (eighth place finisher), Demetria Smith (ninth place finisher), Victoria Lane (tenth place finisher), Rafael Munoz, Jr. (eleventh place finisher), Dale Steffes (twelfth place finisher), and Joe Ferreira (thirteenth place finisher).

Since no candidate in the race for mayor received a majority of the vote, a Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election will now be held to decide who Houston’s next mayor should be.

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THE RACE FOR CITY OF HOUSTON MAYOR

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

TURNER VS. KING

Sylvester Turner will head into the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election as the front-runner. Turner put on an impressive showing by garnering 81,637 votes (31.32%) of the overall voter turnout. Bill King earned the right to appear on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election ballot by garnering 65,866 votes (25.27%) of the overall turnout.

The City of Houston Election is officially nonpartisan. “My prayer is for city of Houston voters to go into the voting booth with open minds,” says Aubrey R. Taylor, publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper. “A candidate’s race and political affiliation should not be the key determining factors used to determine Houston’s next mayor,” says Taylor.

“That’s why my team and I will be spending the next few weeks trying to educate voters and encourage voters to return back to the polls to vote in the upcoming Runoff Election,” he says.

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RACE FOR CITY OF HOUSTON CONTROLLER

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

FRAZER VS. BROWN

On Saturday, December 12, 2015, Bill Frazer and Chris Brown will face off against one another to determine who the next City of Houston Controller should be. Bill Frazer heads into the runoff as the presumptive favorite. Frazer earned this designation by finishing first in a field of six candidates. Frazer garnered 64,879 votes (31.35%) of the overall turnout to lead the pack of contenders. Chris Brown earned the right to appear on the Runoff Election ballot by garnering 51,565 votes (24.92%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“I believe both Bill Frazer and Chris Brown will be seeking our vote, prayers and support on Saturday, December 12, 2015. However, I would like to make note of a big surprise from the Tuesday, November 3, 2015 race for City of Houston Controller. M.J. Khan, a late entry into the field actually performed much better than anyone predicted. Khan garnered 34,681 votes (16.76%) of the overall turnout. Another shocker was how well Jew Don Boney performed. Boney wound up getting 20,095 votes (9.71%) of the vote,” says Taylor. “Carroll G. Robinson (one of the top-tier candidates heading into Election Day) was hurt significantly by having two other African American candidates in the race ,” explains Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION #1

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

KNOX VS. PROVOST

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Mike Knox and Georgia Provost will face off to decide who should represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council At-Large Position #1 council member. Mike Knox was the top-vote-getter on Election Day. Knox garnered 47,456 votes (24.75%) of the overall turnout. Georgia Provost earned the right to have her name appear on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election ballot by garnering 28,402 votes (14.81%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“I believe both Mike Knox and Georgia Provost will be asking for our vote prayers and support in the Saturday, December 12, 2015 runoff election. Mike Knox was dominant on election night. However, Georgia Provost put on a very good showing against this wellfunded field of contenders. Keep in mind that Provost finished ahead of Lane Lewis and Tom McCasland. Why is this important?

Well, Lane Lewis is chairman of the Harris County Democratic Party and could only finish sixth in the eight candidate field.

And Tom McCasland, the candidate who was endorsed by the Houston Chronicle and considered by many to be the front-runner heading into Election Day could only muster a fourth place finish,� explains Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION #2

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

ROBINSON VS. DAVIS

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 David W. Robinson and Willie Davis will face off to decide who will represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council At-Large Position #2 council member. David W. Robinson, the incumbent was the top-votegetter on Election Day. Robinson garnered 60,363 votes (32.60%) of the overall turnout. Willie R. Davis received 41,793 votes (22.57%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“The unique thing about Willie R. Davis making the runoff is that he beat out Andrew C. Burks, Jr., former At-Large Position #2 council member, and Eric Dick, a well-known Houston area attorney in the process of doing so. If you happen to know David Robinson or Willie R. Davis please try to encourage them to find value in our mission to inform and empower all Houstonians. The generous advertising support we receive from candidates who value all Houstonians makes it possible for Aubrey R. Taylor Communication, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper and Magazine to inspire, inform, encourage and implore our readers to actively participate in the process of electing those who govern over us,� says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION #4

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

EDWARDS VS. MORALES

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Amanda Edwards and Roy Morales will face off to decide who will represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council At-Large Position #4 council member. Amanda Edwards dominated the field of contenders by gaining more than 67,175 votes (34.93%) of the overall turnout. Morales made the runoff by garnering 32,499 votes (16.90%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Roy Morales made the runoff by overtaking Laurie Robinson with a late charge on election night. For most of the night it appeared Amanda Edwards and Laurie Robinson would be headed to a Saturday, December 12, 2015 showdown; but Morales had other thoughts. Robinson eventually finished third in the race,” says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE POSITION #5

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

CHRISTIE VS. MOSES

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Jack Christie and Sharon Moses will face off to decide who will represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council Position #5 council member. Jack Christie, the incumbent was the top-vote-getter on election night. Christie garnered 83,535 votes (45.99%) of the overall turnout. Sharon Moses received 44,038 votes (24.25%) of the overall turnout to earn the right to have her name appear on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 runoff ballot.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Sharon Moses was considered by many to be long-shot in this race. But to her credit she proved her doubters wrong and even defeated a candidate by the name of Phillipe Nassif, who was endorsed by the Houston Chronicle to earn the right to have her name placed on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 runoff ballot. If you happen to know Dr. Jack Christie or Sharon Moses please try to encourage them to find value in our mission to inform and empower all Houstonians. The generous advertising support we receive from candidates who value all Houstonians makes it possible for Aubrey R. Taylor Communication, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper and Magazine to inspire, inform, encourage or readers,� says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT F

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

LE VS. NGUYEN

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Steve Le and Richard Nguyen will face off to decide who should represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council District F council member. Steve Le was the top-vote-getter on Election Day as he garnered 4,316 votes (40.38%) of the overall turnout. Richard Nguyen, the incumbent earned the right to have his name appear on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election ballot by holding on to finish second with 3,644 votes (34.09%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Council Member Richard Nguyen is asking for our support, prayers and vote at this time. The generous support from Council Member Nguyen, and others like him makes it possible for Aubrey R. Taylor Communications to inspire, inform, encourage and implore our readers to actively participate in the process of electing those who govern over us,� says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT H

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

CISNEROS VS. CISNEROZ

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Karla Cisneros and Jason Cisneroz will face off to decide who should represent the people of Houston as the Houston City Council District I council member. Karla Cisneros was the top-vote-getter on Election Day as she garnered 4,856 votes (34.99%) of the overall turnout. Jason Cisneroz earned the right to have his name appear on the Saturday, December 12, 2015 Runoff Election ballot by finishing second with 3,234 votes (23.30%) of the overall turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“I don’t know much about either of the two candidates in the race for Houston City Council District H. However, I will reach out to both of them again between now and the Runoff Election. If you happen to know Karla Cisneros or Jason Cisneroz please try to encourage them to find value in our mission to inform and empower all Houstonians. The generous advertising support we receive from candidates who value all Houstonians makes it possible for Aubrey R. Taylor Communication, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper and Magazine to inspire, inform, encourage and implore our readers to actively participate in the process of electing those who govern over us,” says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HISD BOARD TRUSTEE FOR DISTRICT II

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

SKILLERN-JONES VS. WILLIAMS

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Rhonda Skillern-Jones, the incumbent, will face off against Larry Williams in the race for HISD Board Trustee for District II. Skillern-Jones made the runoff by leading all her challenges by a hefty margin. However, she did not reach the 50% threshold and must face off against Williams. Skillern-Jones gained 7,628 votes (45.99%) of the overall turnout. Larry Williams received 4,114 votes (24.80%) of the overall voter turnout.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Rhonda Skillern-Jones is asking for our support, prayers and vote at this time. The generous support from Trustee Rhonda Skillern-Jones, and others like her makes it possible for us to do what we do to inform Houstonians,” says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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HISD BOARD TRUSTEE FOR DISTRICT III

FEATURE 2015 RUNOFF RACE

RODRIGUEZ VS. LEAL

On Saturday, December 12, 2015 Manuel Rodriguez, the incumbent, will face off against Jose Leal in the race for HISD Board Trustee for District III. Rodriguez garnered 4,061 votes (46.37%) of the overall voter turnout to make the runoff. Jose Leal garnered 2,622 votes (29.94%) of the overall turnout to finish second and make the runoff.

A NOTE FROM AUBREY R. TAYLOR

“Manuel Rodriguez will head into the runoff as the favorite. However, this race could come down to which candidate will pull in the voters who voted for Ramiro Fonseca the third place finisher back on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. I’m not sure if either Rodriguez or Leal will seek our support at this time,” says Aubrey R. Taylor.

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“We must endeavor to put people over politics when voting in local elections.� -- Aubrey R. Taylor

Houston Business Connections Newspaper

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Richard Nguyen Cares About District F Richard Nguyen was born in Saigon, Vietnam and was forced to flee with his family at at the age of 11 after the fall of South Vietnam. His father hid Richard on a boat while he found the rest of the family, and they all left on a damaged, cramped ship. They were a part of the “Boat People,” the wave of refugees that left Vietnam after the war on boats and ships, hoping to be picked up by someone that could help. Not all were as lucky as the Council Member’s family. These events have had a huge impact on Council Member Nguyen and drive his commit-

ment to family and community.

The family settled in Ohio after several stops. After high school, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Capital University in Columbus and worked with young people that were institutionalized. Council Member Nguyen briefly taught middle and high school in Hilliard, Ohio after working in the health care field.

Upon moving to Houston, Council Member Nguyen earned a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from Texas Health and Science University in Austin and then continued his career in public service with the Solid Waste Management Department in the City of Houston, where he served for almost 10 years.

In addition to his career, he enjoys drawing and spending time with his children. The Council Member currently resides in Alief with his wife and two children, as well as his elderly parents.

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Richard Nguyen is proud to represent Houston's dynamic District F. The district deserves an experienced Council Member that can help District F reach it's full potential. Please vote Richard Nguyen for District F, and help your community win.

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MEET RHONDA SKILLERN-JONES

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perintendent’s Parent Advisory Committee, Budget Advisory Committee, and Gifted and Talented Committee. A fulltime HISD volunteer for 24 years, she honda Skillern-Jones was elected to the Board has been on five PTO/PTA boards in various caof Education in 2011. She was sworn in as Trustee pacities including president. She was legislative in January 2012 and served as board secretary in chair of the PTA Council, a national liaison for Par2012 and 2013, and First Vice President in 2014. ents for Public Schools, and a member of the Delta She also represents HISD on the Texas Association Sigma Theta Sorority. of School Boards (TASB) Board of Directors.

In recognition of her community and district efforts Ms. Skillern-Jones, a wife and mother of five chilto enhance the lives of Houston children and citidren, is a native Houstonian. She earned both a zens, she has received numerous achievement bachelor’s degree in business administration and a awards and honors, and holds membership in sevmaster’s degree in clinical sociology from Texas eral civic and community organizations.

Southern University.

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