ELECTION!

Election!

For students 5th through 8th grade
Wednesdays, October 1 - November 12 @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm 
- Main Library Multipurpose Room -

Become part of the political machine as you and your team of campaigners create a candidate, establish platforms, write speeches and try to win an election! The winning team will earn a special breakfast with local political figures.

On October 29th, the candidates and their campaigners held a debate in the Library auditorium. After the debate, voting for the President of the United Streets of Lakewood had officially begun. After a week of voting, the polls were closed and the votes were counted. As of Wednesday, November 5, our new President of the United Streets of Lakewood is... Mr. Andy! Congratulations to Mr. Andy and the Three Arrows Party!

	Mr. T - Republicrat Party
	"WE'LL WORK TOGETHER FOR YOU"
	ISSUES
	1. Green Space in Lakewood Better police presence Video cameras
	2. Foreclosure Crisis Turn run-down homes into new homes or green space Take copper wiring and recycle or use to help pay for city taxes
	3. Trash Collection/Recycling Everyone should recycle More recycling bins and/or trash cans Everything should be recyclable
	Mr. Andy - Three Arrows Party
	"RECYCLING, CONSERVING SPACE AND ENERGY, AND MAKING THE CITY A BETTER PLACE TO BE"
	ISSUES
	1. Green Space Install solar-powered lighting in parks Lighting would allow parks to extend use into the evening
	2. Library Separate shelves for teen books
	3. Trash Collection/Recycling Place public trash and recycle bins throughout the city Help eliminate littering and encourage recycling
	Ms. Emmie - Beehive Party
	"MAKE LAKEWOOD FUN AND SAFE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AND TAKING CARE OF RESOURCES"
	ISSUES
	1. Green Space Adding a Skate Park for younger kids Encourage more healthy recreation Attract residents to less used parks
	2. Library Greater comfort for young patrons on the second floor and adult areas
	3. Biking Greater biker access and safety