Each ward of Hopkinsville faces different but similar challenges. For candidates of Ward 12, the League of Women Voters focused its questions around the downtown area.
One of the issues facing downtown and other areas of the city is homelessness. Candidate Elizabeth Draude says we need to look at additional services.
click to download audioCandidate Samual Goodman says sometimes you have to put yourself in their shoes.
click to download audioWith the recent concerns about a Jennie Stuart merger/buyout, candidates were asked what they would do to keep local representation on the board. Goodman says he would find out what others’ concerns are.
click to download audioDraude says Jennie Stuart is important and we need to do what is best for the community.
click to download audioIn the General Election, City Council races are city-wide, meaning residents of Hopkinsville will have the chance to vote for all 12 Ward seats.