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Bryan Devender

Sheffield City Mayor

About the Office

The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.

Term Length

4 years

Election Date

Aug 26, 2025

About Me

Party

Nonpartisan

Occupation

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My Top Issues

Infrastructure / Transportation

Leverage Technology for Efficiency – Utilize reporting apps and digital tools to track progress, report issues, and maintain accountability.

Wages / Job Benefits

Implement Citywide Initiatives – Launch programs to provide vocational training, resume workshops, and skill certification courses.

Housing

Increases Property Values – Well-maintained neighborhoods lead to higher property values and improved community desirability.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Enhance Public Services & Infrastructure – Upgrade waste management, street sweeping, and public works operations to support ongoing cleanliness efforts.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Establish Incentive Programs – Create financial incentives, streamlined permitting processes, and public-private partnerships to encourage investment.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Integrate Modern Design & Infrastructure Upgrades – Utilize sustainable building practices, energy-efficient technologies, and smart infrastructure solutions.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Enhanced Transparency & Accountability – A connected digital infrastructure fosters real-time feedback and visible progress, building trust between the city and its residents.

Housing

Assess & Prioritize Properties – Conduct a city-wide audit to identify properties with the highest potential for redevelopment.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Innovative Commuting Solutions – Develop luxury busing services that enable employees from partner companies to live in Sheffield while working in surrounding regions.

Wages / Job Benefits

Boosts Economic Development – A cleaner city is more attractive to businesses, investors, and developers, leading to job creation and increased commercial activity.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Launch a 395-Day Clean-Up Plan – A phased, systematic approach to tackling Sheffield’s most neglected areas and establishing a sustainable maintenance system.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Community Amenities & Infrastructure – Create a permanent farmer’s market and reconfigure downtown traffic to designate a pedestrian-only portion of Montgomery Ave, enhancing urban livability.

Wages / Job Benefits

Deploy hiringsheffield.com Jobs Portal – Create an accessible, city-focused platform for job listings and career resources.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Develop centeroftheshoals.com – Create a centralized information hub that aggregates various digital tools, including an online business directory and targeted SEO efforts to enhance visibility and connectivity.

Wages / Job Benefits

Enhanced Employment Opportunities – Improved access to job listings, tailored training, and local hiring policies drives higher employment and career growth.

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

Enhances Public Safety – Reducing litter, abandoned properties, and neglected areas discourages criminal activity and fosters a safer environment.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Engage the Community – Encourage residents and businesses to take pride in their surroundings through volunteer clean-up days, beautification projects, and incentive programs.

Wages / Job Benefits

Enforce Local Hiring Policies – Require new businesses receiving tax incentives to hire from Sheffield’s established employee pools.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Implement Strict Cleanliness Standards – Enforce litter laws, strengthen penalties for violations, and set clear expectations for public and private properties.

Education

Integrate with Local Education – Link the portal with the high school for streamlined resume creation and career preparation.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Launch the Digital Kan-Ban Board – Develop an interactive, public-facing platform for residents to submit ideas, report problems, and monitor resolution progress.

Infrastructure / Transportation

Implement the Sheffield Property Redevelopment Program – Launch the Fast Track Investor Initiative to incentivize and expedite development projects.

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