Velda Jones-Potter

Healthcare Mental Health and social services Education Advocates to protect students rights and access to quality education Access to technology for every student including laptops and internet. Education Increased quality of education for early childhood, K-12, and Adult residents of our city. Economy Increasing access to capital for small businesses Ensuring local businesses have a chance to thrive in Wilmington. Infrastructure / Transportation Updating city facilities and infrastructure to promote environmental sustainability Implementing smart-city technology Lead and hazardous material removal. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Proactive emergency and pandemic preparedness initiatives. Criminal Justice / Public Safety City-wide Neighborhood Clean & Safe Teams. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Establish a new Office of Neighborhood Development to work across departments to ensure the needs of individual neighborhoods are met Staffing parks and public spaces to promote safe and inviting outdoor recreation. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Youth Advocacy Programs Youth violence prevention & intervention Youth police academy & firefighters explorer programs. Housing Provide resources to increase homeownership and reduce blight and vacancy Programs to support new home buyers, existing residents, and prospective residents Making equitable investment in all neighborhoods including parks, public spaces, and infrastructure. Wages / Job Benefits Apprenticeship & neighborhood job programs Policies that encourage job training and local hiring. Arts / Culture Promoting cultural affairs and activities to celebrate the rich, proud heritage of Wilmington’s diverse people.