Surrounded by family, neighbors, and small business owners, Trina Crumpton announced her campaign for Mayor of Austin, Arkansas.
In her announcement, Trina laid out a campaign built on three commitments: a fresh start at City Hall, a record of service to build on, and the readiness to lead a growing city. “This is home,” she said. “I am not asking anyone to take a chance on an outsider.”
Mayor Chamberlain leaves behind a significant legacy in Austin, Arkansas.
The listening tour will visit every part of Austin over the summer, with morning coffee sessions and evening meetings so working families can attend. Notes from each stop will shape the campaign’s final policy platform.
Three-day intensive conference focusing on city audits, annual budgets, following procedural rules and guidelines for municipal officials focusing on parliamentary procedures within city hall. Invaluable exposure during classes taught by elected officials throughout Arkansas.
Owners raised slow permitting, unclear signage rules, and the need for better foot traffic downtown. Trina committed to a small business office hour at City Hall every month if elected.
Residents of Austin had an opportunity to meet Trina and hear about the future vision of the park. On this day, Trina and the park committee focused on removing weathered seating and replacing them with upgraded, more comfortable benches.
The plan calls for publishing response-time data quarterly, funding recruitment and retention for first responders, and standing up neighborhood safety meetings that actually get followed up on.
On this day, Austin City Park marked the official launch of the new park equipment. This day was made possible by successfully being awarded $100,000 grant by the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.
More than forty neighbors turned out. The campaign is planning a second cleanup in the fall — sign up on the Get Involved page to join the crew.
Attended the Arkansas Municipal League's convention alongside many dedicated elected officials and city leaders from across the state. This opportunity provided valuable insight and training to prepare me to take the reins and get to work on day one as Mayor.
All contributions are reported as required by Arkansas campaign finance law. The campaign accepts no contributions from parties with business pending before the city.