Sabrina Rose
Leeds City Council - District 1
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About the Office
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Aug 26, 2025
About Me
Party
Independent
Occupation
Real Estate
Fun Fact
Born in the Marines and raised in the Army. Lived in Germany for four years on a military post. Serving just comes naturally for me. Passionate traveler. Love to explore new cities and discover hidden gems. Travel fuels my creativity, connection, thinking, adventure, and perspective.
Past Experience
Achievements: First person to be Inducted into RR Moton High School Hall of Fame that never attended the school, awarded the Service Excellence Award and recognized for community service award
Responsibilities: Community-centered leadership and insight into how policy decisions directly impact families, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in District One and across Leeds through service at Leeds City Schools +10 years, Leeds Housing Authority 5 year term and vice president, Leeds Water Works six year term vice president, and as a real estate professional Regional Director for the number one power team out of 4,000 agent throughout company.
Skills: Strategic planning, Policy Insight, Communication, Advocacy, Business and Economic Development
My Top Issues
Invest in local public education
Investing in Our Schools
Collaborate with schools to create after-school programs, mentorships, and enrichment opportunities that prepare students for leadership and life beyond the classroom. Workforce & Adult Education
Launch and support local training programs, GED access, trade skills, and entrepreneurship courses that uplift adults and give every resident a chance to grow economically. Unity Across Generations
Develop intergenerational programs that bridge the wisdom of seniors with the energy of youth. Empower every voice, from the classroom to the community center.
Attracting and retaining businesses
Smart Economic Growth
Attract and retain businesses that create sustainable jobs and align with the needs of District One. Focus on revitalization, infrastructure, and strategic development without displacing residents.
Clean and safe streets
Community First Initiatives
Prioritize projects that enhance everyday quality of life—clean streets, green parks, community centers, new library, new civic center, and safe recreational spaces for all ages.
Health, Wellness & Accessibility
Support initiatives around mental health, nutrition, senior services, and health education—because healthy people build healthy communities.
Bridging the G.A.P.S. Governmental Action. Public Service.
Close the gaps between government and the people by creating clear channels of communication, access to resources, and responsive local representation.
Who I'm Running Against
Lee Kelly (Independent)
Husband father to adult children school janitor business owner and sport referee never held public office appointed or elected well known
Arthur Kirksey (Independent)
Retired been away for 30 plus years inherited his parents home and he is not going to campaign is mad at city government for not maintaining the streets.
Nashika Brown (Independent)
Single manager at Walmart
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