VOTE!
EL PORTAL
EDDIE FOR SEAT 2
EDWARD “EDDIE” ODABACHIAN
EL PORTAL COUNCIL SEAT 2
Why I’m running
To ensure the village is on a path for a sustainable, self-reliant future
To protect the rights of residents, homeowners and renters
To preserve the character, history and natural beauty of the village
My Platform
Fostering transparency, integrity and building trust in our village government.
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Meeting the village’s current needs
Security
Maintenance and upkeep of infrastructure, including roads and transit infrastructure
Getting the village out of debt
Removing the possibility of intervention from external interests, municipal and corporate
Planning for future population expansion
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Improving preparation for storm resiliency
Infrastructure reinforcement
Environmental concerns
Re-examining zones and uses
Ensuring current zones are serving their intended purpose
Protection from hostile development practices
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Ensuring single family homeowning village residents have a proportionate representation in village hall now and in the future
Investigate districting potential for the village in council seats for future elections
Maintaining that village council, rights and regulations are in favor of resident homeowners
Creating room for representation of resident homeowners and renters in zone 5
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Working with village stakeholders to examine and determine applications of historical designations to structures and zones within the village
Researching the potential benefits and drawbacks of historic and archaeological designations and applying them
Engaging with relevant stakeholders to determine interest, and foster engagement with potential homeowners who could/would be affected
Further enriching our knowledge and history of this community through provision of a publicly available archive
Establish an online depository of local history and relevant information accessible to all
Applying for protections - if so desired by the community - through local, state and tribal organizations for Sherwood Forest and other areas of the village designated under the Tequesta archaeological area.