my priorities

Recent population growth has amplified our city’s traffic. According to U.S. Census estimates, we’ve added 25.5% from 2016 to 2024.
I’ll advocate for roundabouts where they make sense and adaptive signals to clear congestion more quickly.
I’ll champion elevated enforcement of speeding, red light laws, and drag racing to make streets safer.
To improve pedestrian and cyclist mobility, I’ll push for sidewalks, wider paved paths, and accessible crosswalks where possible.

Before decisions are made on major projects, I believe the justification for each should be communicated clearly. Sufficient time must be made to notify the public and collect feedback.
If necessary in the future, I don’t think it’s prudent to renovate Toyota Field beyond what’s required to keep the Trash Pandas in Madison.
I'll examine appropriations to internal departments and external agencies to confirm returns on investment. We must simultaneously ensure that our first responders are fully staffed and equipped to protect us.

Madison City Schools (MCS) bolsters our property values and empowers the next generation.
- After speaking with stakeholders, I’ve concluded that the system needs the half cent sales tax that sunsets in 2027. As a result, I intend to support its renewal.
- Once in office, I’ll thoroughly survey citizens about whether they want to make the tax permanent or pass it with another sunset date.
I’ll continue to appoint sound, qualified members to the MCS Board of Education.

Since I’m wholly committed to advancing residents’ goals, I decline all contributions from developers, special interest groups, and political action committees.
I’m going to host a town hall before each council meeting to solicit feedback on the agenda. I’ll also update constituents weekly via email, the city’s website, and Facebook.

To enhance understanding and engagement, I’ll encourage Madison’s boards and committees to keep their minutes up to date and calendars current.

I’ll pursue savvy opportunities to preserve green spaces, trails, and mature trees.
Many neighborhood parks throughout District 7 (Brass Oak, Homestead, and Rollingwood, for example) would benefit from equipment upgrades, restrooms, and additional shade. I’m going to explore those options.
To avoid straining streets, schools, and services further, I’ll vote for a slower rate of residential development than what’s been approved in recent years.

putting the people first

paid for by Kenneth Jackson Supporters, P.O. Box 1032, Madison, AL 35758