Alexandria, LA (7/22/2024) – As the race for Alexandria Council District 1 intensifies, we invited the candidates to introduce their candidacies to our audience.
Key Issues Facing Alexandria
The Alexandria City Council and the Mayor’s Office face mounting challenges, raising concerns about their effectiveness in addressing the city’s issues. Among the primary concerns cited by citizens are:
- Public Safety and Crime Rates: Crime rates have surged well above national averages, straining an already understaffed police department.
- Economic Disparities: The lack of livable wage jobs further exacerbates the city’s distress.
- Utility System Crisis: A crisis of unprecedented proportions has left many residents in uncertainty and hardship.
Candidate Responses
Derrick Alexander:
- Address: 1321 Shirland Ave., Alexandria, LA 71301
- Contact: (318) 481-2839 | dalexander69@yahoo.com
Bio and Platform:
Derrick Alexander, an entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in Alexandria, owns two small businesses and serves the community as a Senior Barber and operator of a physical fitness studio. Alexander emphasizes unity and love in making positive changes for the community. His plan focuses on listening to community members, addressing education, crime, and utility costs, and making decisions collectively.
Core Values:
- Integrity
- Transparency
- Faith in God: “ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE!”
Lack of Response from Other Candidates:
It is notable that two prominent candidates did not respond to our request for basic information, demonstrating traits of a lack of transparency:
Malcolm Larvadain (Former Councilman for District 1):
- Address: 2501 Avenue A, Alexandria, LA 71301
- Contact: (318) 445-3533 | larvadain@bellsouth.net
Reddex Washington (Incumbent):
- Address: 58 Bertie St., Alexandria, LA 71301
- Contact: (318) 730-6195 | reddex1@gmail.com
Despite the importance of transparency and communication in public service, both Larvadain and Washington have not provided the requested information, leaving voters with unanswered questions about their plans and vision for District 1.
Call to Action
As the election approaches, residents of Alexandria’s District 1 are encouraged to engage with the candidates and participate in the democratic process. Stay informed, ask questions, and vote for the candidate who best represents your vision for the community.
For more detailed information on the candidates and their platforms, visit InvolvedInItAll.com and tune into UrbanCast for ongoing coverage.
Contact Information:
- InvolvedInItAll.com and UrbanCast
- Email: info@involvedinitall.com
- Phone: (318) 449-0937
Source of Information: Louisiana Secretary of State
