District 9 Council Member· 2025-2027
Paula Blackmon
Dallas
About
Paula Blackmon's platform focuses on her role as an incumbent Dallas City Council member representing District 9. Her priorities involve navigating municipal budget decisions, specifically regarding public safety funding, and maintaining her seat amidst competitive local election cycles.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyPaula Blackmon has faced scrutiny and public questioning regarding her stance and voting record on police overtime funding.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 32
- Total speaking time
- 4:24:42
- Avg per meeting
- 8:16
- Segments
- 3844
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Top issues during term (7)(Business Jobs)
Living Wage Policy
Adjusting the living wage floor impacts city contract costs and vendor labor expenditures.
Convenience Store City Code Revisions
Potential savings for retailers avoiding costly store retrofits, balanced against municipal enforcement and code compliance costs.
Human Resources and Civil Service Operational Review
Civil service operations support recruitment and assessment needs for approximately 83% of the city workforce.
Convention Center Interim Operations
Total cost not to exceed $2,675,479 for staff, operations, and management fees.
Entertainment License Ordinance and Nightlife Regulations
Administrative costs associated with tiered licensing will be offset by program structures and free training resources.
Performance Evaluation Frameworks for City Officials
Establishes structured oversight for positions managing major municipal budgets.
Citywide Janitorial Services Contract
Estimated at $32.05 million over five years, funded through the General Fund.
Decisions during term (0)
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