Elections

District 3 Candidate Q&A With Zarin Gracey And Denise Benavides

By CandysDirt / April 13, 2023 /

Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series of responses to CandysDirt.com questionnaires issued to all candidates running for office in the May 6 Dallas City Council election. We’ll be revealing their responses over the next several days. Early voting begins April 24. Candidate: Zarin Gracey Opponents: Denise Benavides, Joe Tave (did not respond),…

Dallas City Council District 2 Candidate Q&A With Sukhbir Kaur

By CandysDirt / April 11, 2023 /

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of responses to CandysDirt.com questionnaires issued to all candidates running for office in the May 6 Dallas City Council election. We’ll be revealing their responses over the next several days. District 1 candidates Chad West, Mariana Griggs, and Albert Mata did not respond to the questionnaire,…

Brian Hasenbauer: Why I’m Running For Dallas City Council District 10

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 20, 2023 /

By Brian HasenbauerSpecial Contributor I may be an idealist, but I still believe that government has an important role in a civilized society to improve the lives of fellow citizens. Public service is also a noble calling. I am a pragmatist that enjoys working with others to solve challenges and tackle big issues. The work…

Why This Year’s Dallas City Council Election Matters More Than Ever For Housing

By April Towery / March 15, 2023 /

A landmark decision will likely be made on short-term rentals this year. It won’t be made by a neighborhood association or the Texas Legislature. It will be made by 15 men and women elected to the local Dallas City Council. These elected leaders also make decisions on zoning that affect what can be built next to…

Chris Carter: Why I’m Running For Dallas City Council District 10

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / February 21, 2023 /

By Chris CarterSpecial Contributor Editor’s Note: Chris Carter is one of four candidates seeking the Dallas City Council District 10 seat vacated by Councilman Adam McGough due to term limits. Carter is running against Brian Hasenbauer, Kathy Stewart, and Sirrano Keith Baldeo. I’m 60 years old. My family has lived in District 10 (Lake Highlands) for 57 years. I graduated…