Tag: elections
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72 Hours: My Promise to Puyallup
Puyallup Voters, As of tonight, there are 22 days until election day. It has been one of the honors of my life to stand before you as a candidate for the City Council in the place I have called home my entire life. There are so many aspects of running for office I have picked…
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Building Smarter Streets: A Vision for Puyallup’s Infrastructure
In September, I wrote a blog post about the extensive renovations made to 9th Ave right outside of the Puyallup Fair. It was an expensive makeover that benefited fairgoers at the expense of city residents like you and me. I’d encourage you to give that piece a read. That said, it would be of disservice…
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Empty Proclamations to Feasible Solutions – Puyallup Senior Center, Downtown Parking & Public Safety Building
I read with anticipation the proclamation on Senior Center issues my opponent (taking his 2 year turn as mayor) presented during the recent August 26th City Council meeting. Everyone was waiting for the mayor to present solutions to his position on council that lead to the removal of the Senior Center’s AOB parking lot. As…
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Town Hall Style “Meet & Greet” with Jeff Bennett for Puyallup City Council
You’re invited to join Jeff & Shannon Bennett on Thursday, September 25th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Puyallup Activity Center to chat about the future of Puyallup. The event is a “Town Hall Style” Meet & Greet for all voters in District 1 and throughout Puyallup to ask Jeff questions and discuss solutions to the…
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Moving from a Divisive Comprehensive Plan to a Welcoming & Inclusive Puyallup
Jeff Bennett reflects on his lifelong connection to Puyallup and emphasizes the importance of inclusive leadership. He criticizes recent City Council decisions, particularly amendments to the 20-Year Comprehensive Plan, which he believes undermines the community. Bennett highlights community backlash against these amendments, noting widespread public opposition and concerns about potential litigation. He expresses outrage over…
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What’s Going on with the Fair’s New Street?
(Photo Credit: Tacoma News Tribune) The Fair is coming to town … on a brand new red carpet that you paid for … twice! Let’s talk about it. My campaign team and I re-wrote this blog post a few days after originally publishing it the weekend the Fair opened this year. After receiving feedback from…
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Campaign Site Launch! Jeff Bennett for Puyallup City Council, District 1
Today, I’m thrilled to announce the start of my campaign for Puyallup City Council, District 1! At the heart of my campaign is a simple belief: the City exists to serve the people—not the other way around. That means responsive local government, practical solutions to everyday problems, and leaders who are present, accountable and committed…
Jeff Bennett for Puyallup City Council 