Meet the Write-In Candidate: Kristyn Taylor

  Fighting your way through the City Council primary is a tough job for even the most well-funded and experienced candidate. But Kristyn Taylor, the only actively campaigning write-in candidate, has an uphill climb that's even steeper than most. She's been widely ignored by most Dearborn media politicos, and is not a presence on the countless yard signs that are splayed across front yards and gas stations throughout our city.
  Perhaps that’s why Ms. Taylor has formed an alliance, of sorts, with another first-time council candidate, Rabih Hammoud.
  “Rabih Hammoud and I met way back at the beginning of the campaign and had a great discussion about what we each see for the city and the different opportunities available for growth,” she said. “We both have unique work experiences and lessons learned from those that can almost be directly implementable on the City Council, both on an organizational and communications level.”
  Although she was left out of the League of Womens Voters questionnaire, Ms. Taylor was eager to introduce herself to Dearborn voters with her answers here.

1. Please provide biographical information and explain why you are running for City Council. What relevant qualities, skills and experience would you bring to the position?

KT: As the only write-in and youngest candidate, I am passionate about helping Dearborn achieve a vision of success and prosperity. I complete my Masters degree in Integrated Marketing Communications in December from Eastern Michigan University. My formal education, coupled with my business experience in program management are great preparation for identifying the city's strengths and weaknesses and articulating effective, realistic solutions. Finding new solutions often requires using a New Perspective and that's what I will bring to the Dearborn City Council. Feel free to visit my website to learn more about my perspective; www.Kristyn4Council.com.

2. What are the top two or three priority issues facing the City of Dearborn, and what actions would you take to address them if elected?

KT: Two priority issues Dearborn faces are the high number of foreclosures and attracting sustainable employment opportunities. Traditionally, those in the younger generation would not consider purchasing a house at this time, but the foreclosure situation presents a unique opportunity for them. By increasing career options in Dearborn we can attract home buyers of all ages, and provide a positive solution to the crisis as well as a new generation of residents with the ability to actively contribute to the city. This requires a targeted approach to identifying the businesses that will satisfy the needs of Dearborn's current and future residents.

To learn more about Ms. Taylor's candidacy, visit her website here.