The following candidates have filed for the Place 1 seat on Frisco City Council. Each candidate was asked the following question about his or her plans for serving on the council:
Q: If elected to Frisco City Council, what will be your top priorities during your term?
Brandon Burden[/caption]Brandon Burden
A: As a city councilman, my top priorities would be to keep property taxes low while developing a more comprehensive infrastructure to support the rapidly growing population. We must be proactive in our future development to accommodate public transportation and building schools, while continuing to keep Frisco family-oriented and safe.
John Keating[/caption]John Keating
A: Frisco residents enjoy quality amenities with one of the lowest tax rates in the region because we are an economic engine, attracting strong retail/service operations, blue-chip commercial ventures, and niche sports/entertainment leaders. I will continue to support this model, through fiscal conservatism, supporting public safety, balanced development and responsible planning.
Stacy Plummer[/caption]Stacy Plummer
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A: As a Frisco youth soccer coach, Girl Scout leader and local mom, I hope, if elected, to bring a new voice to the Frisco City Council. As part of the City Council, I will bring a common sense approach to help navigate Frisco through this exciting period of growth, while keeping Frisco families and kids as my focus.
John Redmond[/caption]John Redmond
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A: Being one of the fastest growing cities in America, we need fiscal responsibility as we continue to manage our infrastructure and civic services. I would also like to see Frisco attract small to mid-sized companies (particularly in technology) to North Texas. I bring a new leadership style.
Dan Stricklin[/caption]Dan Stricklin
A: If elected to Frisco City Council, the top priorities during my term would be to plan infrastructure for our city’s growth, increase public safety by supporting our first responders and boosting economic growth by attracting corporate investment.
Hal Thomas[/caption]Hal Thomas
A: To shout from the rooftop that the city needs and would welcome the skill and experience available from our diverse resident population by encouraging the occasional giving of our time to help shape the direction of our community, mentor our staff and include everyone’s voice in making our decisions.
Damon Vinci[/caption]Damon Vinci
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A: My top priority would be to get ahead of the traffic congestion that we are currently facing so that we can be better prepared to handle the exponential growth. People need to be able to get to work and school easier. We need to be proactive about our approach.
Stanley Wang[/caption]Stanley Wang
A: Frisco is piling up debt quickly. We need to attract the right businesses, control budget and apply fiscal discipline. With a Ph.D. degree from Yale University, 14 years in the financial industry and as a bottom-line person without any “conflict of interest,” I can watch out for your best interests.
K.D. Warach[/caption]K.D. Warach
A: If elected to Frisco City Council, my top priorities will be to make Frisco a vibrant and inviting place to live, play and raise our next generation. To provide efficient and effective services to the residents of Frisco in order to maintain high quality of life while making sound planning and exercising fiscal responsibility.
Early voting
Dates and times
- Feb. 1-3, 6-8, 10-11: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Feb. 9, 13-14: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Polling closed Feb. 4-5 and 12
Polling locations
- Collin College Preston Ridge campus, 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco
- Fire Station No. 4, 4485 Cotton Gin Road, Frisco
- Fire Station No. 7, 330 W. Stonebrook Parkway, Frisco
- Fire Station No. 8, 14700 Rolater Road, Frisco
- Collin County Elections Office, 2010 Redbud Blvd., Ste. 102, McKinney
- Denton County Elections Office, 701 Kimberley Drive, Denton
Election Day
Date and time
- Feb. 18: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Polling locations
- Collin College Preston Ridge campus, 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco
- Fire Station No. 4, 4485 Cotton Gin Road, Frisco
- Fire Station No. 7, 330 W. Stonebrook Parkway, Frisco
- Fire Station No. 8, 14700 Rolater Road, Frisco
- Collin County Elections Office, 2010 Redbud Blvd., Ste. 102, McKinney
- Denton County Elections Office, 701 Kimberley Drive, Denton
Note: Voters must vote in their respective counties. Denton County voters must vote in their respective precincts on Election Day.
May general election dates
In May, the mayor position and Places 5 and 6 on Frisco City Council will be up for election. The filing dates for these seats take place before the special election.
Filing dates: Jan. 18-Feb. 17
Early voting: April 24-May 2
Election day: May 6
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