Akron City Council, Ward 4
Cedric Colvin
Personal information
Colvin (R) is single, has one child and lives in West Akron.
Education
B.S. and associate of applied science, The University of Akron, political science
J.D., The University of Alabama School of Law
Experience
Currently, attorney, The Colvin Law Firm (four years)
Formerly, assistant attorney general (1993- 2003)
Activities
Member, Akron Bar Association’s Committee on Access to legal Services and Task Force on Minority Participation
Member, Boy Scout Explorer’s Post
Member, 1994 Partners in Education Plus (Project Literacy U.S.)
Member, Big Brothers & Big Sisters
What makes you the best candidate for the position?
“I believe I am the best
candidate for the job due to my
concern for my community and my qualifications and experience.
Have worked as an assistance Attorney General for ten
years I know how government is run.
Most importantly my integrity cannot be compromised,
I am not a rubber stamp leader. I am guided by clear
moral principles.”
Reneé Greene
Personal information
Incumbent Greene (D), 58, is
married, has four children and nine grandchildren and
lives in West Akron.
Education
B.S., The University of
Akron, elementary education, 1971
Master’s equivalency through
Akron Public Schools
Experience
Currently, Ward 4 Akron City
Councilwoman (1997-present)
Formerly, teacher, Akron Public
Schools (30-3/4 years)
Member, Precinct Committee (1979,
2006)
Activities
Member, Federated Democratic
Women of Summit County
Member, Kent Area Chapter of
the Links
Member, Greater Westside Council
of Block Clubs
Member, Summit 2010 Quality of
Life of Buchtel Cluster
Member, Weed & Seed Steering
Committee
What makes you the best candidate
for the position?
“I am the better candidate
through experience and training. In these
10 years I have learned to interpret and make decisions
on legislation I believe best serves my community. I
have established knowledge and relationship with Administration
and city employees that give excellent service to my
constituents. I have been trained through National League
of Cities, leadership skills in five key areas of Leadership
that enhance decision making and effective leadership.
“I have established working
relationships with clubs, organizations, business concerns,
and individuals to help solve issues in the community
and to build networks of
communication that serve as valuable resources to my
community.
“In these 10 years I have
garnered the respect of my colleagues and have been
elected to serve as President Pro-Tem.
“I am the first woman in
the history of the city to conduct a Council meeting.
“Most importantly, I am
willing to continue to serve the needs of my constituents
as we work collectively to build and create a more viable
community for generations to come.”
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