Long time neighborhood advocate Burkley Allen is a candidate for the 18th District Metro Council seat. Her community work includes service on the Nashville Electric Service Citizen Advisory Committee for a high power wire project along I-440 and the committee that instituted a historic conservation zoning overlay. Web site: http://www.burkley.org.
Megan Barry, Metro Council At-Large
Megan Barry, currently serving as Council at Large, is the Chair of the Budget and Finance committee and serves on the Codes, Fair and Farmer’s Market committee; Public Safety, Beer and Regulated Beverages committee; and the Transportation and Aviation committee. She is the past Chair of the Education committee. Megan has been actively involved in civic and community activities that range from schools and neighborhoods to arts and politics. Web site: http://meganbarry.com.
Karen Bennett, Metro Council District 8
Current Council Member, Karen Bennett is the Chairman of Advisory Board of the District Energy
System, a group working toward energy, resource and cost efficient ways to provide heating and cooling to downtown Nashville. She is a member of the Dickerson Road Merchants Association where she works with other community minded individuals to create an atmosphere that encourages business development and investment. With the Inglewood Neighborhood Association, Karen has worked to beautify Riverside Drive, honoring its place in Nashville history as a tribute to Korean War Veterans and has worked diligently to create districts that preserve historic neighborhoods in her area. Web site: electkarenbennett.wordpress.com.
Jacobia Dowell, Metro Council District 32
Jacobia Dowell, Metro Council District 32 candidate, is involved in Nashville Rescue Mission Hope Center for Women, Junior League, Young Leaders Nashville, her local neighborhood association and numerous nonprofit boards supporting children. Dowell intends to be a voice for education and economic development in her community. Web site: jacobiadowell.com.
Karen Y. Johnson, Metro Council District 29
Karen Y. Johnson, candidate for Metro Council District 29, is committed to enhancing the character and integrity of her district. Johnson supports partnership with Metro Police, support of Metro Firefighters, quality schools, and a pedestrian friendly infrastructure. She is a past School Board Member for District 6. Web site: karenjohnson.org.
Tonya Jones, Metro Council District 35
Tonya Jones has forged a dynamic career in the construction industry and blazed the trail for many that have followed her lead. A candidate for Metro Council District 35, Jones is a Bellevue Community Fund Trustee, member of the Steering and Design Committee for Bellevue and she served on the Metro planning Board and Metropolitan parks and Recreation Board. Additionally, she serves on numerous boards including US Bank Advisory board and NFIB Tennessee. Web site: votetonyajones.com.
Sandra Moore, Metro Council District 17
Sandra Moore is the current Metro Council member for District 17. She has co- sponsored legislation that dealt with Equal Rights for people of all stations in life. She is focused upon continuing her efforts in the areas of neighborhood improvement and implementing job skills training for youth and adults. (no web address provided)
Anna Page, Metro Council District 16
Councilwoman Anna Page is a long time resident of Woodbine and a Glencliff High School graduate, She owns a successful small business that not only provides jobs, but also generates revenues that pay for vital services. Invested fully in her community’s success, Anna works daily to improve the quality of life through her leadership and actions on the Metro Council. Web site: http://annapageformetrocouncil.com.
Diane Neighbors, Vice Mayor
Diane Neighbors is running for a second term as Vice Mayor to continue her work for the city and the council. Diane holds a Doctorate in Education from Vanderbilt University. In partnership with the Vanderbilt Women’s Center, she helped create Vanderbilt’s childcare programs, and has served as Director of the Child and Family Centers of Vanderbilt University since 1991. Web site: neighborsandfriends.org.
Marilyn Robinson, Metro Council District 13
Marilyn Robinson is a candidate for Metro Council District 13. Her community involvement includes 10 years on the NES Board, Board of Tennessee Justice Center, member and past chair of 100 Black Women, Leadership Nashville Class of 1999. Marilyn is committed to serving as an advocate for education and economic development. Web site: marilynrobinsoncouncildistrict13.org.
Nancy Van Reece, Metro Council District 8
Nancy VanReece is a candidate for Metro Council District 8. Nancy is a member of Madison/Rivergate Chamber of Commerce Nashville Women’s Political Caucus, Nashville CABLE, Tennessee Equality Project and several other organizations that support the arts and business in her community. She attended Baylor University, has more than 25 years experience in the music industry and is currently a small business owner. Web site: nancyvanreece.com.
