STRONG LEADERSHIP FOR TAKOMA PARK
WELCOME
Jarrett K. Smith was elected as the City of Takoma Park's, Ward 5 Councilmember in a special election in July 2012. Since then, Councilmember Smith has been a whirlwind of activity pursuing life’s endeavors and prioritizing important issues not only to Ward 5, but to the entire city of Takoma Park. He has marked and documented accomplishments that demonstrate his unwavering commitment to his constituents and what is one of America's most unique communities...
Jarrett's positive spirit is infectious in that anyone spending merely a moment of time with Councilmember Smith is left feeling as though they want to stand taller, hold their chin higher, are ready to pay attention, and lastly get involved. With participation as his mantra, Councilmember Smith has been very successful in executing programs that directly impact his “care abouts”; from securing funding for the Flower Avenue Green Street Project and becoming a "smart growth" advocate, to instituting a Summer Literacy Program (now in its 8h installment), to food pantries, and bringing leadership the development of Takoma Junction which is a major mixed use project that will bring economic development to Takoma Junction. By running for re-election in 2015, Councilmember Smith is seeking the opportunity to continue "participating" as a leader for progress.
Councilmember Smith’s priorities include:
-- Voting & Civic Participation,
-- Fiscal Responsibility,
-- Education,
-- Green Communities, and
-- Healthcare.
While these priorities are not new, Councilmember Smith’s approach is wholistic and they can be seen in all of the programs he has developed and supported. When planning his strategy for execution for many of his projects, Jarrett’s discussions aren’t limited to the political community. Whether its taking in a baseball game, a cup of coffee, or something as simple as a Metro station platform discussion, Councilmember Smith is an active listener. He realizes that obtaining participation requires his own participation. Therefore, with unrelenting tenacity Jarrett listens directly to his constituents often spending time over lunch, dinner, email, texting, via Facebook, Listservs, or Twitter to ensure he is gauging everyone’s perspective.
Over the past 4 terms, Ward 5 and Councilmember Smith has accomplished a great deal, therefore, we should continue the momentum!
Thank you for your participation and visiting.
Jarrett K. Smith was elected as the City of Takoma Park's, Ward 5 Councilmember in a special election in July 2012. Since then, Councilmember Smith has been a whirlwind of activity pursuing life’s endeavors and prioritizing important issues not only to Ward 5, but to the entire city of Takoma Park. He has marked and documented accomplishments that demonstrate his unwavering commitment to his constituents and what is one of America's most unique communities...
Jarrett's positive spirit is infectious in that anyone spending merely a moment of time with Councilmember Smith is left feeling as though they want to stand taller, hold their chin higher, are ready to pay attention, and lastly get involved. With participation as his mantra, Councilmember Smith has been very successful in executing programs that directly impact his “care abouts”; from securing funding for the Flower Avenue Green Street Project and becoming a "smart growth" advocate, to instituting a Summer Literacy Program (now in its 8h installment), to food pantries, and bringing leadership the development of Takoma Junction which is a major mixed use project that will bring economic development to Takoma Junction. By running for re-election in 2015, Councilmember Smith is seeking the opportunity to continue "participating" as a leader for progress.
Councilmember Smith’s priorities include:
-- Voting & Civic Participation,
-- Fiscal Responsibility,
-- Education,
-- Green Communities, and
-- Healthcare.
While these priorities are not new, Councilmember Smith’s approach is wholistic and they can be seen in all of the programs he has developed and supported. When planning his strategy for execution for many of his projects, Jarrett’s discussions aren’t limited to the political community. Whether its taking in a baseball game, a cup of coffee, or something as simple as a Metro station platform discussion, Councilmember Smith is an active listener. He realizes that obtaining participation requires his own participation. Therefore, with unrelenting tenacity Jarrett listens directly to his constituents often spending time over lunch, dinner, email, texting, via Facebook, Listservs, or Twitter to ensure he is gauging everyone’s perspective.
Over the past 4 terms, Ward 5 and Councilmember Smith has accomplished a great deal, therefore, we should continue the momentum!
Thank you for your participation and visiting.
