Kris Haines-Sharp Announces Bid for Election to Common Council.
Kris Haines-Sharp, Alderperson for the City of Ithaca 5th Ward, announced her bid for the two-year position for the newly redistricted ward 2.
Kris Haines-Sharp has lived in her ward, the current 5th ward, for 24 years. “I raised my family here and have dug deep roots in this place I call my home,” she said. “This Common Council bid is the culmination of my years as a parent, community member, teacher and school administrator. I have been privileged to connect and work with a wide range of community and city organizations and services.”
Haines-Sharp serves on various city and community boards. In her capacity as Alderperson, she serves on City Administration and is the Council liaison to the GIAC Board, the Community Housing Development Fund Oversight Committee and the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Committee.
“I learn something new every day as I believe strongly in researched and informed decision making,” Haines-Sharp stated. “I am a strong proponent of healthy and respectful dialogue and am committed to listening to all voices.”
Haines-Sharp will prioritize the Reimagining Public Safety recommendations and the goals of the Ithaca Green New Deal. She pledges to work on behalf of owners and tenants and wants to see affordable housing neighborhoods that meet the needs of city residents.
Haines-Sharp stated, “I am running because I want Ithaca to be a city where residents are able to live long term, young people are meaningfully engaged and heard, and city workers are supported for their commitment to a vibrant and well-functioning Ithaca.”