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The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area and asked of all candidates for this office.
See below for questions on
Qualification,
Priorities,
Accessiblity,
Recycling,
Housing
Click on a name for other candidate information. See also more information about this contest.
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1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)
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Answer from Donald W Peak:
Generally, I do not have any previous political background. However, I am a resident of the village of Cleves. Also, I am a registered voter in Cleves, so I am affected by the decisions made nonetheless.
Answer from Bev Meyers:
Worked in Village Government 19 years.
Worked in civic groups that have concerns for education, history and social programs (40 years)
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2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (100 word limit)
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Answer from Bev Meyers:
To co-operate with other suburbs inside the inter belt (I-275) to achieve proper funding for housing, roads and historical preservation of sites in area. To look for grants and other sources of funding.
Answer from Donald W Peak:
I'd like to incorporate the concerns of the people and the council so we can grow as a community and as a village.
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3. What steps would you take to ensure that all public facilities are accessible to people with disabilities? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Donald W Peak:
First of all, I would like to address the businesses in our community that do not yet have accessibility for people with handicaps. By establishing communication with the businesses, it will allow for us to begin the process of making all public facilities more accessible for the disabled with ramps and chair-lifts.
Answer from Bev Meyers:
To make sure that laws and codes are enforced in older buildings and new construction.
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4. What specific steps will you take to expand recycling services in your community? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Bev Meyers:
Make recycling bins available to each house hold.
Answer from Donald W Peak:
Since there is already recycling in the village of Cleves,the only way to expand is by spreading the word. An article could be put in the Village Journal to promote recycling in the area. Also, a great way to promote recycling would be by setting an example. For instance, the businesses in our area could recycle their garbage along with places such as the municipal building and the police station.
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5. What steps would you take to provide affordable housing for all residents of your community? (100 words limit)
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Answer from Bev Meyers:
To find programs that are available for senior citizens. Work with develop to obtain good housing for everyone.
Answer from Donald W Peak:
For this specific issue, I cannot give an adequate response without looking into the issue more carefully.
Responses to questions asked of each candidate
are reproduced as submitted to the League.
Candidates' statements are presented as submitted. Word limits apply for each question. Direct references to opponents are not permitted.
The order of the candidates is random and changes daily.
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