Our Priorities for the 20th Ward
Building on Progress. Focused on What's Next.
For more than six years, Jeanette B. Taylor has worked alongside residents to strengthen neighborhoods, expand opportunities, and advocate for policies that put communities first. While there is still work to do, these priorities will continue guiding the next chapter of that work.
Housing & Community Development:
​
What We've Done
-
Advocated for protections against displacement
-
Supported affordable housing initiatives
-
Ensured community voices were included in major development decisions
-
Hosted public development meetings and community engagement sessions
What We're Doing
-
Continuing to advocate for equitable development
-
Supporting housing stability for long-time residents
-
Working to ensure development benefits existing communities
What's Next
-
Expand affordable housing opportunities
-
Increase pathways to homeownership
-
Protect residents from predatory development
Education & Youth:
​
What We've Done
-
Chaired the City Council Committee on Education & Child Development
-
Led hearings focused on education and youth issues
-
Advocated for students and families across the ward and city
-
Expanded opportunities for youth engagement and leadership
What We're Doing
-
Supporting youth programs and leadership opportunities
-
Working alongside schools, parents, and community partners
-
Connecting young people with resources and opportunities
What's Next
-
Expand access to after-school programs
-
Strengthen support systems for students and families
-
Continue investing in youth leadership and career opportunities
Community Leadership:
​
What We've Done
-
Organized for educational justice
-
Helped lead the fight to save Dyett High School
-
Worked alongside KOCO and neighborhood organizations
-
Served in school leadership for more than two decades
What We're Doing
-
Building stronger relationships between residents and local government
-
Creating more opportunities for community engagement
-
Keeping residents informed and involved in important decisions
What's Next
-
Expand resident leadership opportunities
-
Increase community participation in local decision-making
-
Continue building a more transparent and accessible government
​
Small Business & Economic Development:
​
What We've Done
-
Supported local entrepreneurs and small businesses
-
Connected business owners with city resources and opportunities
-
Advocated for community-centered economic development
What We're Doing
-
Promoting investment in neighborhood commercial corridors
-
Encouraging local business growth and job creation
What's Next
-
Expand support for small businesses
-
Attract more neighborhood-serving businesses
-
Create more pathways to economic opportunity
Public Safety & Quality of Life:
​
What We've Done
-
Supported community-centered public safety efforts
-
Hosted events and initiatives that strengthen neighborhood connections
-
Worked to improve communication between residents and city services
What We're Doing
-
Advocating for safer streets and stronger neighborhoods
-
Supporting violence prevention and community investment
-
Promoting cleaner, healthier public spaces
What's Next
-
Continue investing in public safety through community partnerships
-
Improve neighborhood cleanliness and beautification
-
Expand access to resources that strengthen families and communities
Our Vision for the Future
Our Vision for the Future
​
The future of the 20th Ward should be shaped by the people who live here. Jeanette believes every family deserves the opportunity to stay, grow, and thrive in their own neighborhood. Her vision includes more affordable housing, more opportunities for homeownership, stronger support for local businesses, vibrant commercial corridors, and development that reflects the voices of the community. She is committed to bringing more resources to the ward, including a full-service grocery store and spaces where young people can safely gather, learn, and grow. As the community continues to evolve, her focus remains the same: making sure longtime residents are not left behind and that every investment creates lasting opportunities for the people who call the 20th Ward home.