1. Name as it will appear on the ballot
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2. Office sought (include office, jurisdiction, position/district number):
3. Are you the incumbent? Yes No
4. How long have you resided in this district/city?
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6. Is the office sought partisan or nonpartisan? Partisan Nonpartisan
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Rosencrantz for City Council |
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1. Beginning with the most recent position, please list public offices which you have held. Include positions on appointive Boards or Commissions.
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2. If you ran for public office but were not elected, please list those races below:
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Seattle City Council Position 1
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In this section, we are seeking responses that reflect the four ratings criteria: involvement, effectiveness, character, and knowledge. These are defined as follows:
1. In a page or less, why are you running for this office? (Note: the interview committee will be given a copy of this statement before your interview; at the beginning of your interview you will have the opportunity to expand on this statement in any way you wish.)
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Seattle is failing to make progress on many of its most pressing priorities. Transportation projects are going nowhere, housing costs are skyrocketing, and the city is squandering its technological advantage by failing to position itself for the digital economy of the future.
I’m running for City Council to make sure Seattle’s critical needs are met, to overcome the status quo that’s making our city increasingly unaffordable, and to bring the iron will to the City Council that it currently lacks.
My top priorities include:
Making sure our multi billion dollar transportation systems actually get built and link up at places like Husky Stadium and SODO, while connecting affordable housing with transit.
Shrinking our alphabet soup of transportation governance in order to create a comprehensive and coordinated regional approach.
Building a municipal broadband system so families of all means have access to the next public utility. We had the guts to do it with City Light a century ago; we can do it again.
Rebuilding the Viaduct within our means. If we build the most expensive version of everything pretty soon there’ll be no middle class left in Seattle.
An affordable city requires keeping a close eye on the details. That’s why I’m running against Richard McIver. Despite working for years on light rail and 520, his efforts would have left those multi-billion dollar systems unconnected. And he abdicated responsibility when he said "I'm not going to lay my body across the tracks over the Monorail."
I’m guided by the principles I learned growing up in a family with unlimited optimism but very limited income; every dollar matters. I also learned that at crunch time, you have to show up and take the heat. I'll never walk away from my responsibilities to the people. |
2. Describe your most important personal characteristics or traits as they relate to the office you seek.
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Courage - I learned courage from my family. From my grandparents, who held onto their idealism, optimism and love of life after my grandfather escaped a Nazi death camp. From my mom, who with a 7th grade education and learning English as a 3rd language raised my sister and me by herself in the Central District in the turbulent 1960's by working 2 jobs. And, I saw courage in action in the late 1960's when amidst racial strife Sam Smith would put his arm around my grandfather's shoulder and ask "How's my friend?"
Character, Integrity & Judgment - My ethical habits and traits are of the highest order; people trust me because I'm trustworthy. In public office as elsewhere, being trusted creates the basis for a high degree of effectiveness, and a climate for optimally resolving differences.
Imagination & Creativity - I am able to come up with novel ways of solving problems independently, and don't have to rely upon imitating or copying what others do.
Goal setting & Determination - As a kindergartner with a hip disease, I was an unlikely candidate to become a championship athlete. And yet at five years old I set a goal of doing just that. Once I no longer had to use crutches, I began walking everywhere. I sought out the Northwest champion in racewalking and asked him to coach me. Little did he suspect that years later that chubby, slow kid would break all his records and make the USA National team. Success didn't come easily, and there were many losses and disappointments along the way. But once I set a goal, I work every day until I reach it. My ability to set and achieve goals is well-suited to the long-term challenges Seattle faces.
Open-mindedness & Relentless Curiosity - I listen carefully and without pre-judging. I'll make decisions based upon the greater good and the long-term interests of the city as a whole. Experience has taught me that maintaining objectivity and continually asking probative questions is a necessary component to the long-term integrity and viability of any endeavor.
Maturity & Responsibility - Even under pressure, I give careful consideration to the consequences of my actions. And if I mess up, I'll 'fess up and accept the consequences.
Experience - I have the knowledge, skill and practice that come from directly participating in many rigorous endeavors. I've handled complex and often contentious business transactions, conducted delicate negotiations involving governmental agencies, mediated difficult neighborhood issues, grew up amidst chaos in the '60's and 70's, and have the great joy of raising four children in the city with all its attendant challenges.
Vision & Awareness - I have strong powers of imagination and foresight. I see and sense what is happening and what will happen.
Kindness & Toughness, Compassion & Strength - I'm sympathetic to others' distress, have the desire to play a meaningful role in alleviating that distress, and approach helping people realistically and without undue sentiment.
Health, Energy & Drive - I am blessed with high energy, great health, and the desire to put my skills and experience to their highest and best use.
Tenacity & Endurance - As an athlete I competed in the 50 kilometer (31 miles) racewalk, an event that took more than 4 hours and was often held in extreme heat and humidity. In business I put together deals that took up years to complete. I know what it's like to confront seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and to work through adversity to overcome them.
Humor & the Human Touch - Warmth, smiles and laughter count for a lot. I love to laugh, and am not afraid of doing things that may result in my being laughed at. |
3. Please describe in sufficient detail, one to three accomplishments or contributions of which you are most proud. These examples should illustrate effective skills and capabilities you think apply to the office you are seeking. These accomplishments may have occurred at any time in your personal, professional, or public life.
4. Please list or describe your current and past activities in the community in which you have acquired skills that relate to the office you seek. Include your role in the activity and the year(s) in which you were involved. Involvement consists of many areas such as family, neighborhood, community, employment, or public life.
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In early 2004 I became a Boardmember of the Friends of the Cedar River Watershed, dedicated to the protection and restoration of the Cedar River Watershed. The Cedar River Watershed is an ecological preserve that is the source of drinking water to more than a million people in the greater Seattle area. Its health will be a determining factor in the health of the City and the region; without enough water we're in trouble. I'm part of a team that is balancing the priorities competing for the Watershed's resources.
In late 2003 I was invited to become a Boardmember of the Thornton Creek Alliance, an organization dedicated to preserving and restoring an ecological balance in the Thornton Creek watershed. I have learned a tremendous amount about the environmental issues; just as importantly I've seen first-hand the passion many people in this area have for their in-city urban creeks and waterways. My education about watersheds, nature and habitat is early and ongoing, and I am excited about lessons ahead. As Treasurer. I have helped the organization navigate some tricky financial challenges to allow it to continue its core mission.
In 2002 I played a significant role in the passage of the Seattle Housing Levy. I recognized the need to distribute the message beyond the usual channels, and working with the Church Council of Greater Seattle I created the position of liaison to places of faith across the City. Over the summer on Saturdays and Sundays I spoke at churches and synagogues, making the case that the Housing Levy fit within the tradition of many religions; doing justice by serving those most in need. The Levy passed.
My family's house serves as the defacto headquarters for uniform and shoe distribution for Capitol Hill Youth Soccer. While serving initially as the place for uniform distribution, we realized that for a significant number of families, especially minority families, the costs of new soccer shoes was burdensome. In some cases it created a barrier to their continuing to play soccer. So we created a system by which families with extra shoes leave them on our front porch and families in need of shoes come and pick them up. There have been 100's of pairs of shoes exchanged through this effort.
In 2001 and 2002 I volunteered with Aids Housing of Washington (AHW) and conducted an assessment of capital needs of the Lyon Building. I was given unlimited access to staff and files, and subsequently made recommendations that sought to insure the long-term financial integrity of the building and AHW.
From 1998 to 2001 I coached baseball in the Capitol Hill youth baseball league. Winning was important, but I made sure EVERY kid played, developed their self-confidence, knew they were an important part of the team and had fun. I never had a child drop off my team. At the end of the season I was pleased to present the most improved player award to James Shickich, who went from being a danger to himself on the field to a fairly good ballplayer. Thirty years earlier on the same field, I received the same award.
For the past 4 years I have delivered the Montlake Flyer, the community publication in my neighborhood. It continues to be a great way to keep in touch with neighbors and and have the front porch discussions that tell you so much about what's on people's minds.
In 2002 I helped audit the Montlake Elementary School PTSA, conducting both a financial review as well as recommending additional financial controls.
For many years I have made and served popcorn at the Montlake Carnival. Okay I confess, I've eaten lots of popcorn on the job!
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The primary duty of a Seattle City Councilmember is to represent all the people in making decisions about how to improve their quality of life and expand available opportunities. The City Council is a policy-making body with budget authority and oversight responsibility, and should provide a balance to the Executive side of city government, the Mayor's office.
A Councilmember should articulate a vision for the future the people can embrace, and then gain the public's confidence in order to allow that vision to be turned into reality.
A City Councilmember must:
Provide strong and decisive leadership in tone and in substance
Take their committee assignments seriously, providing rigorous oversight of the Departments and Offices under their purview
Relentlessly push for the highest levels of openness, transparency and accountability at all levels of government. When necessary, they must make an example of those who would seek to deny the people their right to know what is being done in their name and with their money
Constantly seek the highest standards of governance as the best long-term strategy for earning and keeping the trust of the people
Act with foresight. All legislation has unintended consequences, and an effective Councilmember will anticipate and plan for those consequences
Earn and keep the trust of the people, by making decisions in the public interest, and by subordinating their personal desires and goals to the greater good
Think beyond the City limits. We're part of a region, and need to work effectively with all the other cities and counties in the region
Think and act beyond the next election cycle
Ask key questions; do Departments and Authorities have qualified directors? Does their performance merit continued employment? Are finances in order, clearly presented and understandable? What are the risks and consequences of failure?
Be accessible to constituents, the media, and all those interested in civic affairs
Spend time and political capital on unpopular and easily overlooked but important issues. It is not acceptable to simply "go with the flow." It is a leader's duty to seek out and embrace difficult problems, and then to solve them. Whether on homelessness or racial reconciliation, we must not avert our eyes. |
EDUCATION BACKGROUND SUMMARY
The Municipal League’s Candidate Evaluation Report is distributed to voters in print and/or on our website. It includes a summary of the candidate’s education. Please summarize your education in 120 characters (letters, punctuation, and space all combined). The League will delete material that exceeds the space limit by beginning with the last entry. Suggested order is (degree) (subject) (school) (year, if desired).
Note: If this question is left blank the League will not include education information in your candidate profile.
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High School Diploma, Franklin High School, Seattle, 1973 B.A. Economics, University of Washington, 1978 |
FOR PUBLICATION IN CANDIDATE EVALUATION REPORT
The Municipal League’s Candidate Evaluation Report also includes a summary of each candidate’s civic involvement. Please summarize your civic involvement in the space below. We will make every attempt to include the information in the Candidate Evaluation Report as submitted. Due to space restrictions in the Report, your response is limited to 500 characters (letters, punctuation, and spaces all combined). It is important that you list your involvement beginning with the most important and ending with the least important. If you exceed the length of response permitted, or if the League should find it necessary to shorten responses for publication purposes, deletions will be made beginning with the last item listed.
Note: This information will appear verbatim on the League’s Candidate Evaluation Report. If this question is left blank, the Municipal League will not include information on your civic involvement in the Report.
Check here if you would like the Municipal League to copy the first 500 characters from Question 4 to paste into this section.
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If at all possible, send your response to the Municipal League electronically as an attachment, or insert it into an e-mail message (rebecca@munileague.org). Mail and fax numbers are listed below. If the League has not contacted you to schedule an interview, please call the League office at your earliest convenience.
Don’t forget to send the following to the Municipal League: a resume, a photo, campaign literature, and, if you are an incumbent, constituent newsletters and other materials. Please use the check-off list on the cover sheet of this packet to indicate which items you have sent.
Candidate Evaluation Coordinator: Rebecca Cooper
Seattle, WA 98104-1614 Fax: 425-671-0506 Website: www.munileague.org