Small turn out tonight to recognize the outgoing and incomming city council members.
They have just said goodbye to Bob Allen and Maher Maso. They both received plaques and small replicas of the city clock.
Both Jeff Cheney and David Prince have been sworn in.
Election of Mayor Pro Tem
Jim Joyner (nominated by Joy West, elected 5-0)
Tony Felker (nominated by Matt Lafata)
Election of Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
Tony Felker (nominated by Matt Lafata)
Joy West (nominated by Jim Joyner, elected 5-0)
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Monday, June 18, 2007
FE - Cheney, Prince win seats on Frisco council
From Frisco Enterprise, June 17, 2007
Cheney, Prince win seats on Frisco council
By Penny Rathbun, Staff writer
Jeff Cheney won Place 2 in Saturday’s runoff election in Frisco. His 1,433 votes amounted to 57.34 percent of the total. This gave him a victory over his opponent, Fred Pascarelli, who received 42.66 percent of the votes with 1,066.
David Prince was the victor for Place 4 with 66.35 percent. His 1,656 votes defeated Chris Moss, who received 840 votes for 33.65 percent. Prince described his reaction when he realized he had won the runoff election.
“Just pure elation. This is going to be a lot of hard work, a lot of learning curve,” he said. “I’ve sat in city council meetings for the last year and I’m seeing the easy part of it.”
He and his wife, Nanci, were tired after their gathering at the Embassy Suites in Frisco waiting for the runoff election results.
“I think it’s going to be some rewarding work. Anything worth doing is worth doing well and I think Frisco deserves the best I can do for them,” said Prince.
Nanci Prince said she felt they had won no matter what the votes showed. She said it had been a great experience for them. Prince is interested in making sure the police department has what it needs to keep Frisco a safe city.
He described what’s next for he and his wife this way: “Living life, your world starts shrinking. This sure has exploded your world. Your little envelope just got ripped apart and you’re in a much bigger envelope now.”
Other Frisco candidates were unavailable for comment.
The Town of Prosper also had a runoff election on Saturday. Kenneth Dugger received 192 votes, or 51.6 percent, defeating his opponent, Joe Anselmo, who received 180 votes, 48.39 percent of the votes cast. The race was for Place 2 on the town council.
Cheney, Prince win seats on Frisco council
By Penny Rathbun, Staff writer
Jeff Cheney won Place 2 in Saturday’s runoff election in Frisco. His 1,433 votes amounted to 57.34 percent of the total. This gave him a victory over his opponent, Fred Pascarelli, who received 42.66 percent of the votes with 1,066.
David Prince was the victor for Place 4 with 66.35 percent. His 1,656 votes defeated Chris Moss, who received 840 votes for 33.65 percent. Prince described his reaction when he realized he had won the runoff election.
“Just pure elation. This is going to be a lot of hard work, a lot of learning curve,” he said. “I’ve sat in city council meetings for the last year and I’m seeing the easy part of it.”
He and his wife, Nanci, were tired after their gathering at the Embassy Suites in Frisco waiting for the runoff election results.
“I think it’s going to be some rewarding work. Anything worth doing is worth doing well and I think Frisco deserves the best I can do for them,” said Prince.
Nanci Prince said she felt they had won no matter what the votes showed. She said it had been a great experience for them. Prince is interested in making sure the police department has what it needs to keep Frisco a safe city.
He described what’s next for he and his wife this way: “Living life, your world starts shrinking. This sure has exploded your world. Your little envelope just got ripped apart and you’re in a much bigger envelope now.”
Other Frisco candidates were unavailable for comment.
The Town of Prosper also had a runoff election on Saturday. Kenneth Dugger received 192 votes, or 51.6 percent, defeating his opponent, Joe Anselmo, who received 180 votes, 48.39 percent of the votes cast. The race was for Place 2 on the town council.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
DMN - Frisco Council Results
From Dallas Morning News, June 17, 2007
Frisco voters elected two new faces to the City Council to replace longtime members Maher Maso and Bob Allen.
In the race for Mr. Allen's Place 2 seat, real estate agent and Web site owner Jeff Cheney sailed to victory over Fred Pascarelli, a software developer. Accountant David L. Prince defeated Chris Moss, a risk management consultant, by a wide margin for the Place 4 seat vacated by Mr. Maso.
Frisco voters elected two new faces to the City Council to replace longtime members Maher Maso and Bob Allen.
In the race for Mr. Allen's Place 2 seat, real estate agent and Web site owner Jeff Cheney sailed to victory over Fred Pascarelli, a software developer. Accountant David L. Prince defeated Chris Moss, a risk management consultant, by a wide margin for the Place 4 seat vacated by Mr. Maso.
June 16 Runoff Election Results
The official results have been posted by the Collin County Elections Administration for the June 16 runoff election.
Congratulations to Jeff and David.
CITY COUNCIL, PLACE 2 FRISCO
JEFF CHENEY 1433 57.34%
FRED PASCARELLI 1066 42.66%
CITY COUNCIL, PLACE 4 FRISCO
DAVID L. PRINCE 1656 66.35%
CHRIS MOSS 840 33.65%
Congratulations to Jeff and David.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
DMN - Frisco council runoff matches 4 for 2 seats
From Dallas Morning News, June 14, 2007
Frisco council runoff matches 4 for 2 seats
Elections: Candidates tout involvement with issues, career experience
By BRANDON FORMBY
Their professional and political experiences differ, but four Frisco men have the same goal: a seat on the City Council.
A runoff election Saturday will decide which two will replace outgoing council mainstays Maher Maso and Bob Allen.
Jeff Cheney, a 32-year-old real estate agent and Web site owner, and Fred Pascarelli, a 43-year-old software developer, are vying for Mr. Allen's Place 2 seat.
Mr. Cheney, who was the front-runner in the May general election, said he'll rely on his experience as an accountant and real estate agent to watch city finances and manage growth.
"I have a great understanding of development and what makes quality development and how to build out a city," he said.
He wants to usher in smart development, create pedestrian-friendly development and ensure enough resources for public safety. Mr. Cheney said his experiences owning businesses have given him the management tools needed to serve on the council.
"I'm very familiar with what it takes to be a leader," he said. "That's what this is – an ultimate leadership position for our city."
Mr. Pascarelli, who ran unsuccessfully against Mr. Allen five years ago, said his years of community service and involvement with city issues will serve him well if he's elected.
"I've worked not just with citizens, but people within city government," he said. "I know how it works and I know how to cooperate with people."
Educating residents on ways to conserve water is a top priority for Mr. Pascarelli. He also wants to form a bond with state transportation officials and give voice to the needs of the city, which has several state roads as major thoroughfares.
"I plan to attend those meetings and participate in the discussions as they affect Frisco," he said.
Chris Moss, a 36-year-old risk management consultant, and David Prince, a 57-year-old accountant, will compete for the Place 4 seat being vacated by Mr. Maso.
Mr. Moss said he's spent years forming relationships with officials and residents.
"I already have a positive working relationship with all the City Council members and the mayor and a lot of the city staff," he said. "I think I have a pretty good handle with what citizens in Frisco care about."
His top goals are to reduce traffic problems, set aside park space and find alternative sources of water.
"I think I have the energy and wherewithal to push those issues forward," he said.
If elected, he would become the first openly gay person to hold public office in Collin and Denton counties, according to county officials and representatives of county political party organizations.
Mr. Prince, who almost won the general election outright last month, said his experience as an accountant would make him an asset to the council.
He also thinks his long professional career gives him broad perspective.
"I was raised here in Dallas and I've seen mistakes made by other cities," he said. "Frisco is faced with a lot of challenges in the future, and I think it's going to take some wisdom to work through it."
He would like to see more parks and recreational activities for children. He also wants to increase public safety resources.
"I want more boots on the street and more cars on the street," he said.
In Prosper, voters will choose between two men vying for the Place 2 Town Council seat vacated by Lisa Dritschler. They are Kenneth Dugger, who garnered the most votes in May's general election, and Joe Anselmo. Ms. Dritschler ran unsuccessfully for mayor against incumbent Charles Niswanger last month.
Frisco council runoff matches 4 for 2 seats
Elections: Candidates tout involvement with issues, career experience
By BRANDON FORMBY
Their professional and political experiences differ, but four Frisco men have the same goal: a seat on the City Council.
A runoff election Saturday will decide which two will replace outgoing council mainstays Maher Maso and Bob Allen.
Jeff Cheney, a 32-year-old real estate agent and Web site owner, and Fred Pascarelli, a 43-year-old software developer, are vying for Mr. Allen's Place 2 seat.
Mr. Cheney, who was the front-runner in the May general election, said he'll rely on his experience as an accountant and real estate agent to watch city finances and manage growth.
"I have a great understanding of development and what makes quality development and how to build out a city," he said.
He wants to usher in smart development, create pedestrian-friendly development and ensure enough resources for public safety. Mr. Cheney said his experiences owning businesses have given him the management tools needed to serve on the council.
"I'm very familiar with what it takes to be a leader," he said. "That's what this is – an ultimate leadership position for our city."
Mr. Pascarelli, who ran unsuccessfully against Mr. Allen five years ago, said his years of community service and involvement with city issues will serve him well if he's elected.
"I've worked not just with citizens, but people within city government," he said. "I know how it works and I know how to cooperate with people."
Educating residents on ways to conserve water is a top priority for Mr. Pascarelli. He also wants to form a bond with state transportation officials and give voice to the needs of the city, which has several state roads as major thoroughfares.
"I plan to attend those meetings and participate in the discussions as they affect Frisco," he said.
Chris Moss, a 36-year-old risk management consultant, and David Prince, a 57-year-old accountant, will compete for the Place 4 seat being vacated by Mr. Maso.
Mr. Moss said he's spent years forming relationships with officials and residents.
"I already have a positive working relationship with all the City Council members and the mayor and a lot of the city staff," he said. "I think I have a pretty good handle with what citizens in Frisco care about."
His top goals are to reduce traffic problems, set aside park space and find alternative sources of water.
"I think I have the energy and wherewithal to push those issues forward," he said.
If elected, he would become the first openly gay person to hold public office in Collin and Denton counties, according to county officials and representatives of county political party organizations.
Mr. Prince, who almost won the general election outright last month, said his experience as an accountant would make him an asset to the council.
He also thinks his long professional career gives him broad perspective.
"I was raised here in Dallas and I've seen mistakes made by other cities," he said. "Frisco is faced with a lot of challenges in the future, and I think it's going to take some wisdom to work through it."
He would like to see more parks and recreational activities for children. He also wants to increase public safety resources.
"I want more boots on the street and more cars on the street," he said.
In Prosper, voters will choose between two men vying for the Place 2 Town Council seat vacated by Lisa Dritschler. They are Kenneth Dugger, who garnered the most votes in May's general election, and Joe Anselmo. Ms. Dritschler ran unsuccessfully for mayor against incumbent Charles Niswanger last month.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
David Prince Keeps True to His Faith
Was just reviewing some information I found on some blog postings, and found the Voter's Guide from the Collin County Gay & Lesbian Alliance. Interesting extract from David Prince's response.
Two questions piqued my interest. Four of the six candidates answered in a very similar way (in a positive manner). David Preston provided an answer, but not sure if he really addressed the questions. Then we saw David Prince's responses which were unlike any other answers.
CCGLA: Would you support fair & equal treatment for everyone regardless of a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity?
David Prince: No, not EVERYONE.
CCGLA: Would you support an ordinance that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation in housing and employment?
David Prince: No, I would not support any ordinance, on any issue, without more information.
Seems pretty clear to me.
Two questions piqued my interest. Four of the six candidates answered in a very similar way (in a positive manner). David Preston provided an answer, but not sure if he really addressed the questions. Then we saw David Prince's responses which were unlike any other answers.
CCGLA: Would you support fair & equal treatment for everyone regardless of a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity?
David Prince: No, not EVERYONE.
CCGLA: Would you support an ordinance that prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation in housing and employment?
David Prince: No, I would not support any ordinance, on any issue, without more information.
Seems pretty clear to me.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
DMN Keeps Endorsments
From Dallas Morning News, June 3, 2007
Editorial: We Recommend
A summary of our choices for the runoff elections in Frisco
03:46 PM CDT on Sunday, June 3, 2007
We said in April that Frisco voters faced some tough choices in local elections this year. While other cities and school districts offered their voters little in the way of choice, Frisco fielded a strong slate of candidates, all dedicated to their community, and most of them fully qualified to do the job. Certainly, it's fair to say that the four candidates in the two runoff elections in Frisco could ably provide the city with strong leadership in the years to come.
Still, elections are about making choices, so the members of The DMN Suburban Editorial Board got to know a little more about the candidates, both through interviews and through the helpful Candidate Quiz, which is still available online at www.dallasnews.com/elections. The runoff election is June 16; early voting starts tomorrow, and any registered voter (not just those who voted in May) can help decide these races. So today we summarize our recommendations in these races.
DMN Suburban Editorial Board
Fred Pascarelli
Frisco City Council
Place 2
Fred Pascarelli has had broader experience in city issues, earning him the nod in what is a close call. He first got involved in city issues in 2001, when he worked on a committee that successfully fought Frisco's airport.
He ran for council in 2002, losing to Bob Allen, but gained valuable experience. He has since served on the Planning and Zoning Commission – albeit, briefly – and has also been active on bond committees and the city's charter amendment committee.
Mr. Pascarelli talks about the need for stronger communication between the city and developers. He says he attends developers meetings to try to understand their issues, although he stresses that he alone is funding his campaign.
He seems more likely to let the market decide anything beyond Frisco's already energy-friendly standards and incentives.
Also in the runoff:
Jeff Cheney
Chris Moss
Frisco City Council
Place 4
Planning and Zoning Commissioner Chris Moss focuses on aggressively improving roadways and finding backup water resources. He pledges to press for better city representation on the Regional Transportation Council and to press the state to make headway on vital road projects, specifically FM423, Eldorado Parkway, Main Street and Preston Road north of Main.
The city's demand for water can be tempered through public education, innovative landscaping and working with developers and commercial users, he says. Mr. Moss also says it's unwise to assume the North Texas Municipal Water District will be able to meet future needs; rather, the city should actively explore options to use if a crisis occurs down the road.
Mr. Moss takes a broad view of city government's role and the possibilities in partnering with other entities, such as private business, the school district, county government and Arts of Collin County.
Also in the runoff:
David Prince
Editorial: We Recommend
A summary of our choices for the runoff elections in Frisco
03:46 PM CDT on Sunday, June 3, 2007
We said in April that Frisco voters faced some tough choices in local elections this year. While other cities and school districts offered their voters little in the way of choice, Frisco fielded a strong slate of candidates, all dedicated to their community, and most of them fully qualified to do the job. Certainly, it's fair to say that the four candidates in the two runoff elections in Frisco could ably provide the city with strong leadership in the years to come.
Still, elections are about making choices, so the members of The DMN Suburban Editorial Board got to know a little more about the candidates, both through interviews and through the helpful Candidate Quiz, which is still available online at www.dallasnews.com/elections. The runoff election is June 16; early voting starts tomorrow, and any registered voter (not just those who voted in May) can help decide these races. So today we summarize our recommendations in these races.
DMN Suburban Editorial Board
Fred Pascarelli
Frisco City Council
Place 2
Fred Pascarelli has had broader experience in city issues, earning him the nod in what is a close call. He first got involved in city issues in 2001, when he worked on a committee that successfully fought Frisco's airport.
He ran for council in 2002, losing to Bob Allen, but gained valuable experience. He has since served on the Planning and Zoning Commission – albeit, briefly – and has also been active on bond committees and the city's charter amendment committee.
Mr. Pascarelli talks about the need for stronger communication between the city and developers. He says he attends developers meetings to try to understand their issues, although he stresses that he alone is funding his campaign.
He seems more likely to let the market decide anything beyond Frisco's already energy-friendly standards and incentives.
Also in the runoff:
Jeff Cheney
Chris Moss
Frisco City Council
Place 4
Planning and Zoning Commissioner Chris Moss focuses on aggressively improving roadways and finding backup water resources. He pledges to press for better city representation on the Regional Transportation Council and to press the state to make headway on vital road projects, specifically FM423, Eldorado Parkway, Main Street and Preston Road north of Main.
The city's demand for water can be tempered through public education, innovative landscaping and working with developers and commercial users, he says. Mr. Moss also says it's unwise to assume the North Texas Municipal Water District will be able to meet future needs; rather, the city should actively explore options to use if a crisis occurs down the road.
Mr. Moss takes a broad view of city government's role and the possibilities in partnering with other entities, such as private business, the school district, county government and Arts of Collin County.
Also in the runoff:
David Prince
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