Linda Rhodes, Kennedale Mayor & Place 4 Candidate

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1. Past Decisions – please respond by March 3, 2022

Although the city council cannot dwell on past councils' decisions and it must move forward, we would like to know if members have learned from past decisions. From somewhat recent history, were the following three zoning case items a good decision or a poor decision, and why?

a) “UV” zoning on Kennedale Sublett Road just east of Kennedale Parkway?

b) “MF” zoning on Joplin Road just south of Kennedale Sublett Road?

c) denying “R4” zoning at the old Texas Raceway property (approximately 3830 S. New Hope Road)?

 Did not respond.

 

2. Property Taxes – please respond by March 10, 2022

Kennedale is the fourth highest taxing city of the 41 cities in Tarrant County. What are some viable potential solutions to alleviate the tax burden on the citizens? Or is this just something that the citizens of Kennedale must learn to accept? Why?

Did not respond.

 

3. Growth – please respond by March 17, 2022

Over the past several years, the council has approved tiny housing units on tiny lots. What do you think of these and why?

Did not respond.

 

4. Removing Former City Manager George Campbell – please respond by March 24, 2022

Last year the city council removed the former city manager George Campbell. Mr. Campbell's contract had him getting the same year's additional salary if he was removed mid-contract or if his contract was not renewed. Do you agree with the council's action? Why or why not?

Did not respond.

 

5. Communications – please respond by March 31, 2022

If a constituent emails you a question or comment on an issue about which you disagree and asks you for a response, will you respond to the constituent? Why or why not?

Did not respond.

 

6. Issue – please respond by April 7, 2022

What is the most important issue the city council is currently facing? Why? What are your suggestions for addressing this issue?

Did not respond.

 

 

Opponent:  Austin Degenhart

 

 

 

 

1. Spending – please respond by August 27, 2020

At the zoning case public hearing, the developer's CEO states, “First of all, if there are any improvements on the road, we pay for it. We are not asking for the city to pay for anything."

Then the mayor and city manager prioritize over $500,000 of work on the road. As the mayor, or council person, what do you do?

Did not respond.

 

2. Property Taxes – please respond by September 3, 2020

Kennedale is the fifth highest taxing city of the 41 cities in Tarrant County [and heading in the wrong direction]. What are some potential solutions to alleviate the tax burden on the citizens?

Did not respond.

 

3. Growth – please respond by September 10, 2020

Over the past two years, the council has approved over 600 housing units, a 20% increase. Is this increase in housing units and growth: a) too little, too slow; b) just about right; c) too much, too fast? What do you think and why?

Did not respond.

 

4. Accountability – please respond by September 17, 2020

Should the city council hold the city manager accountable? What should happen if staff fails on directives and/or knowingly violates codes? What if the material they present to the city council is not truthful?

Did not respond.

 

5. Communications – please respond by September 24, 2020

If a constituent e-mails you a question or comment on an issue where you disagree and asks you for a response, will you respond to the constituent? Why or why not?

Did not respond.

 

6. Issue – please respond by October 1, 2020

What is the most important issue the city council is facing? Why?

Did not respond.

 

 

 

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