Meet the Candidates - City Council Districts 1-3

The Montgomery (AL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Rollin to the Polls Voting Initiative presents

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Theme: Preparing Professionals to Educate, to Organize, and to Lead

About the Rollin to the Polls Voting Initiative

Nonvoters are disproportionately lower-income citizens. This is a shame, because decisions being made in Montgomery and beyond have a big impact on their abilities to have an improved quality of life. Research shows that candidates are more responsive to communities that have the most active voters.

In 2016, the Montgomery (AL) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., began expanding its organizing efforts with a call to action to fellow organizations and churches. By implementing the Rollin to the Polls (RTTP) Voting Initiative, we created goals to push GOTV efforts by increasing community engagement through voter registration, voting rights restoration, voter education, and mobilization.

Our impact is maximized if candidates and politicians are hearing the communities we serve.

VOTE MGM ABSENTEE VOTING BEGINS JULY 23, 2019

LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE AUGUST 12, 2019 DEADLINE FOR ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATIONS AUGUST 22, 2019 CITY OF MONTGOMERY MUNICIPAL ELECTION AUGUST 27, 2019 POLLS OPEN 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Rollin to the Polls Partner Organizations ACLU of Alabama Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Beta Nu Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Chi Omicron Omega Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Alpha Upsilon Lambda Chapter American Advertising Federation (AAF) Montgomery Black Voters Matter Capital City Bar Association Cosmopolite Civic Club Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Beta Eta Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. – Omicron Mu Chapter Emerge Community Solutions Faith Church Legal Services Alabama Montgomery Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Montgomery Housing Authority National Pan-Hellenic Council – Central Alabama Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Sigma Phi Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Omega Iota Iota Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc – Alpha Phi Sigma Chapter Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. – Epsilon Theta Sigma Chapter Phi Delta Kappa Sorority, Inc. Project 2 Uplift, Inc. Shabaan Court #126 - Daughters of the Imperial Court, Oasis of Montgomery, Desert of Alabama Southern Poverty Law Center St. Peter AME Church Woke Vote

City Council District 1 Candidate Carlton Avery Carlton Avery loves cultivating meaningful relationships. A friend

and connector of people, Carlton’s helpful, serving spirit is evident in and out of the office. Carlton is “homegrown” and proud to be a product of the Montgomery Public Schools system. After attending The University of Alabama and Troy University, he began his legal career working for many local, prestigious firms. While working in the Mass Torts section at Beasley, Allen, Methvin & Portis, Carlton’s efforts were noted in the Jere Beasley report. Later commissioned by Julian McPhillips of McPhillips Shinbaum, P.C., Carlton was mentioned on several occasions in McPhillips’ autobiography, Civil Rights in My Bones, when talking about their joint work on groundbreaking civil rights cases. Currently, Carlton works with the Vance Law Firm where he works with the firm’s Public Relations and External Affairs. Carlton credits his family, city leaders and other mentors for his work ethic and experiences that kept him on the cutting edge of his profession. Carlton is a member of the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and the Montgomery County Democratic Party Executive Committee. In an effort to encourage his fellow brothers, Carlton has served as a mentor for the “That’s My Child” Gents to Gentlemen program and serves on the board for Renascence, a program that restores men recently released on parole by helping them reintegrate in the community. Carlton’s daughter, Cayden Avery, is an honor student and his main driving force when it comes to being a positive role model. His passion to advocate for our citizens pushed him to run for City Council District One. Although it’s his first time running, his leadership and character tell us he is just what our city needs. Carlton enjoys visiting our dynamic museums, rehabbing properties, fishing, reading and dining at one of our city’s many delectable eateries.

Platform: Education, Crime Prevention, and Economic Development Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onebettermontgomery/ Email: averyfordistrict1@gmail.com

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Theme: Preparing Professionals to Educate, to Organize, and to Lead

City Council District 1 Candidate Richard Bollinger Richard Bollinger is a lifelong resident of Montgomery. He attend-

ed Troy and Auburn University and currently owns an Engineering and Land Surveying business in Montgomery with his friend and partner Frank Garrett.

Mr. Bollinger has over forty years of business experience and is a retired Army Major spending 24 years with the majority spent in the Alabama National Guard. Mr. Bollinger is currently on his second term as City Councilor forDistrict 1. He is a current member of the Education & Workforce Development Council, the Easter Seals Board, the MACOA Board, current Cabinet member of River Region United Way and current member of Wright Flyers Mr. Bollinger has also served as Past Board Chair of the Easter Seals Camp ASSCA, served ten years as Vice Chair Montgomery Housing Authority, past Rotary International Club president, past Rotary International District Governor for the State of Alabama, a graduate of Leadership Montgomery’s Class XXVI (The Best Class), and is currently working with many local non-profits as well as working with several Rotary International Programs.

Mr. Bollinger and his wife Cheryl are members of First Baptist Church. They have eight kids and seven grandkids.

Platform: Reduce Crime and violence; Continue to create a City Government that is more transparent, efficient and accountable; Spread our City Resources throughout all districts; Reduce the City’s debt and help devise a plan to reduce the City’s sales tax; Make investments in youth programs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votebollinger/ Email: richardnbollinger@gmail.com

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City Council District 2 Candidate Thomas Bass Education: Degrees in Economics (AUM) and Nursing (LPN); Adjunct Instructor (Political Science-History-Stats 2000-2012) Business Owner: American Financial Services LLC (26 yrs.) - Accounting, Mortgage Broker (NMLS# 204383) (former Lender), Insurance Producer/Agent Proposal Consultant (Government Contracts); Awarded Red-Stone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL) $282 million (May 2012) Mortgage Lender (Consumer Credit License# MC20360) multi-million dollar budget via Texas Capital Bank 2006-2008 Organizer/Founder/CEO Gate-Way Credit Union Montgomery, AL (Charter # 12152 NCUA# 68627 August 2012) 7 Contiguous Counties (first in the State of Alabama to do so) Montgomery, Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Dallas, Perry and Wilcox Counties Community and Political Activist Proud Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated Email: tbass.afs.llc@gmail.com

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City Council District 2 Candidate Eric Satcher Eric Satcher is a proud Military Veteran by way of enlisting and

serving in the United States Navy during Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield. Eric Satcher is an established and experienced business executive and entrepreneur. He has worked in corporate management for some of the largest companies in America, and has been working as a financial advisor since 2009, possessing specialized experience in life insurance planning, retirement planning, business planning, and estate planning. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, an Executive Master’s Degree in Business Administration (both from Faulkner University), and he is, respectfully, working to earn second Master’s Degree from the University of Alabama in Family Financial Planning and Counseling and is expected to complete his studies by December of 2020.

Eric is a mentor to many of the youth of our city as well as to up-and-coming financial professionals, and he often volunteers to speak to students ranging from elementary school to the collegiate level by partnering with other business owners within our community to expose them to the realities of life while building there confidence.

He is more than ready to serve Montgomery and the constituents of district two with accountability, integrity, and for the sake of prosperity. Satcher says, if you are looking for someone with these qualities and characteristics and a no-nonsense approach to moving Montgomery forward, then “SATCHERate” Your Vote and vote for Eric Satcher on August 27, as your City Councilman.

Platform: I strongly want to attract and keep solid, stable, and established businesses in our community. I would like to maintain the safety and cleanliness of our neighborhoods. I’m looking to find ways to partner with MPS to improve public education in Montgomery. I am seeking to enhance our infrastructure where it has long been neglected.

Website: www.ericsatcher.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SATCHERateYourVote/ Instagram: @eric_the_financial_planner Email: eric.satcher@gmail.com

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City Council District 3 Candidate Ernest Claybon Ernest Claybon is a graduate of Talladega College. While at-

tending Talladega he received several awards and participated in extracurricular activities including: MVP of the Talladega College Track and Field Team, Sophomore Class President, T.C. Student Government Association, Honda Campus All Star Team CO Captain, Readers Digest Foundation Scholarship, NAFEO Service Internship Washington D.C., Students in Free Enterprise, Deans List, Candidate for President of the National Black Student Government Association, and Founder of Political Talks. Mr. Claybon earned his Masters of Public Administration from the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. While in graduate school Mr. Claybon was a substitute teacher in the Akron Public School system. In addition Mr. Claybon completed a Graduate Assistantship with the Summit County Housing Trust Fund. Mr. Claybon attended Alabama State University and studied History Education and Mass Communications Radio Television. Mr. Claybon conducted his educational observation at Bellingrath and served as a volunteer Track Coach. Mr. Claybon also served as a History Teacher at Chapman Christian Academy.

Mr. Claybon worked for the Officer of Grants and Contracts at Alabama State University and served as the Project Coordinator for the HUD grant for home and community revitalization in Montgomery.

PUBLIC SERVICE BACKGROUND Mr. Claybon has the leadership background in the public and private sector to make a positive impact on the Montgomery City Council. Mr. Claybon is a retired Correctional Officer with the Alabama Department of Corrections. In 2009 Mr. Claybon was promoted to Sergeant at Holman Correctional Facility. Mr. Claybon served as the American with Disabilities Act Coordinator at Staton Correctional Facility. In addition, Mr. Claybon served on the Correctional Emergency Response Team the ADOC SWAT team. Mr. Claybon enlisted in the U.S. Army and served active duty with the 3rd Brigade 3rd ID Heavy Brigade Combat Team as a BFV Systems Maintainer 91M. Upon completing Active Duty Mr. Claybon joined the Alabama National Guard and served as the CBRN NCO for the 1670 Transportation Company. Mr. Claybon retired as a Commissioned U.S. Army Officer. He has served as the 1st Platoon Leader for the 1166th Military Police Company. In addition Mr. Claybon also currently served as a Battle Captain in S-3 Operations for the HHD, 203rd Military Police Battalion.

Platform: 1. Accountability 2. Criminal Justice Reform 3. Education 4. District Unity 5.The simple stuff Website: http://ernestaclaybon3.wixsite.com/website Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VoteTigerClaybon/ Email: ernestaclaybon3@gmail.com

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Theme: Preparing Professionals to Educate, to Organize, and to Lead

City Council District 3 Candidate Marche Johnson As a product of North Montgomery neighborhoods and the Montgomery Public School system, City Council candidate Marche’ T. Johnson is no stranger to the streets of North Montgomery. Born and raised in the neighborhoods Trenholm Court and Sheridan Heights, she has first- hand experience with the day to day concerns that North Montgomery residents face. Johnson not only acknowledges the concerns of the elderly and working class but also holds a special place in her ministry for the community youth. Johnson’s strong desire to give back and tenacity for change, has led her to become a candidate for District 3 City Council in the upcoming election period.

Inspired by the strong women that came before her, Marche’ T. Johnson is no stranger to rolling up her sleeves and getting the job done.

She had to work tirelessly to overcome her obstacles that she faced in her life. From a teenager, whose mother passed away at a young age to becoming a young mother herself, Marche’ never backed down at the face of adversity, instead she rose to the occasion and exceeded the standard.

After attending AUM with plans of becoming a lawyer, Johnson decided that she would selflessly serve this great nation as a member of The United States Army. During her time in service, Johnson dedicated her life to honor and sacrifice both stateside as well as in the Maysan Province in Iraq and Kandahar, Afghanistan. Marche’s time is service has resulted in her being a recipient of many awards and accolades including but not limited to: earning A Bachelors Degree of Science in Psychology from Troy University, 3 Army Commendation Medals, 6 Army Achievement Medals, 2 Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon, and Army Service Ribbon.

Marche’s days of serving the country have come to an end but her service to the District 3 community of Montgomery is just beginning. Marche’ T. Johnson wishes to serve the community from the forefront. She believes that the community’s voice should be heard and that District 3 deserves a champion to not only deliver those concerns to city hall but stand firmly to get things done. Johnson believes in transparency to keep the community engaged, Integrity to hold responsible parties accountable and participatory leadership not a dictatorship.

Johnson’s unwavering faith in Montgomery’s ability to change and prosper combined with her merit as a leader, makes her an ideal candidate for District 3 City Council. As she’s done many times, Marche’ is On The Move and ready to lead by example!

Platform: I wish to serve the community from the forefront. I plan to bring Voice and Visibility back to District 3. I believe that each community in District 3’s voice should be heard and that District 3 deserves a champion to not only deliver those concerns to city hall but stand firmly to get things done. I believe in transparency to keep the community engaged, Integrity to hold responsible parties accountable and participatory leadership not a dictatorship. I plan to provide better infrastructure by improving the sewage system, completing the demolition projects, and holding property owners accountable. I also plan to fight crime by placing cameras in neighborhoods to assist the police force in crime prevention working along side Community Policing department and the Smart City Data.

Campaign Website: www.marcheonthemove.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/MarcheontheMove/ Email: Marche4d3@gmail.com Instagram: @marche4d3 Theme: Preparing Professionals to Educate, to Organize, and to Lead

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City Council District 3 Candidate Patricia A.H. June Patricia June was born in Alexander City Alabama and relocated

to Montgomery Alabama in 1978. She graduated high school at 16 and later attended Alabama State University and Trenholm State Technical College. She is the mother of four adult children. Patricia has been the owner of USA Drywall & Janitorial Services since 2003. She is also the Developer of Therapy Buddies Neighborhood Care Team and LET’S GROW A GARDEN NORTH-WEST & SOUTH MONTGOMERY- Self Reliant Initiative.

Platform: • Self-reliance initiatives • Home ownership • Ensure that businesses that profit from the communities are giving back • Provide information and help on building and opening your own businesses • Rebuilding our communities’ curb appeal Campaign Website: www.patriciahollidayjune4citycouncildistrict3.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pjune4district3citycouncilmontgomeryalabama/ Twitter: @ pjune4council3 Periscope: @pjune4council3 Instagram: @pjune4citycouncildistrict3

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Theme: Preparing Professionals to Educate, to Organize, and to Lead

City Council District 3 Candidate Ron Sanders Ron Sanders is the founder and former president of Imperial Coat-

ing Painting Company. He has lived and worked within District 3 for over 20 years. Over the years, he has graciously volunteered with and have been an active fundraiser for many of our communities, including, but not limited to, the communities of Chisholm, Tulane Court, Sheridan Heights, Newtown and Highland Gardens. Mr. Sanders is also an active and long standing member of the Montgomery County Democratic Conference as well as the Democratic National Committee.

He is a graduate of The College of St. Rose in Albany, New York where he earned an Associate’s degree in Communications.He served in the U.S. Army, before moving to Montgomery and founding Imperial Coating Company. He currently attends Freewill Baptist Church where he is active in the male chorus, and also serves as a member of the usher board.

As councilman for District 3, he will work relentlessly for the betterment of our community, and ensure that our voice is heard. He will be available to the people of our community as well as our business leaders. He promises to be present at our community meetings, and most of all promises to return your phone call.

Platform: 1) Uniting neighborhoods through expanded community interaction 2) Being more transparent about district/city spending 3) Improving neighborhood infrastructure (roads and sidewalks) 4) Upgrading and improving appearances of vacant lots and dilapidated homes 5) Encouraging more parental participation in community schools Website: http://sandersdistrict3mgy.wordpress.com/ Twitter: @ron4district3 Instagram: @ron4district3 Email: sandersdistrict3mgy@gmail.com

Candidates Not Featured Tracy Larkin Brantley Lyons

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GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION CITY OF MONTGOMERY AUGUST 27, 2019

(Vote for One)

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT FIVE (5)

CORNELIUS CC CALHOUN

(Vote for One)

ROOSEVELT CRAWFORD

PHYLLIS HARVEY-HALL

WILLIAM A. GREEN, JR.

CARLTON L. AVERY

(Vote for One)

(Vote for One)

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT SIX (6)

JONATHON DOW

MICHAEL JACKSON

EMMA JOHNSON

KATINA JAMES

ORONDE K. MITCHELL

(Vote for One)

ERNEST "Tiger" CLAYBON, III

PATRICIA A. H. JUNE TRACY LARKIN RON SANDERS

(Vote for One)

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT FOUR (4)

(Vote for One)

CLAY McINNIS

JOHNNIE C. SANKEY

WILLIAM BOYD

GLEN O. PRUITT, JR.

CHAD DuBOIS

(Vote for One)

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT EIGHT (8)

JAMES BROWN, JR.

AUDREY BILLUPS-GRAHAM

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT SEVEN (7)

MARCHE JOHNSON

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT THREE (3)

ERIC D. SATCHER

BRANTLEY W. LYONS

THOMAS BASS

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT TWO (2)

RICHARD N. BOLLINGER

FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT ONE (1)

THESE OFFICES RUN BY DISTRICT

SAMPLE BALLOT ABSENTEE OFFICIAL BALLOT BALLOT STYLE - 1

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INSTRUCTIONS TO THE VOTER TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL IF YOU SPOIL YOUR BALLOT, DO NOT ERASE, BUT ASK FOR A NEW BALLOT.

FOR MAYOR (Vote for One)

BUTLER B. BROWDER, JR. HOBSON COX EDWARD F. CROWELL ARTUR DAVIS RONALD L. DAVIS

VICTORRUS E. FELDER

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SHANNON FERRARI

ELTON NORRIS DEAN, SR.

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J.C. LOVE, III STEVEN L. REED BIBBY SIMMONS DAVID WOODS

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FOR CITY COUNCIL, DISTRICT ONE (1) CARLTON L. AVERY RICHARD N. BOLLINGER

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