Dr. Cora Garner brings proven ability to build consensus, analyze complex issues, make tough decisions with integrity, and follow through on commitments. Below includes her core values and campaign priorities, which will remain if elected for DeSoto City Council, Place 2:
Core Values:
Integrity – Providing clear vision and strategic direction for our city's future, making principled decisions in challenging times, and delivering results that DeSoto residents can depend on.
Balance – Creating a city where you can work close to home and enjoy life with family and friends—where DeSoto has both good jobs and great places to relax and have fun.
Progress – Voting for policies and projects that lift up every neighborhood in DeSoto, not just a few, so we all move forward together.
Campaign Priorities:
Supporting Affordable Housing
Increase affordable housing stock by working with developers, nonprofits, and community organizations
Support mixed-income developments that serve families at all income levels
Protect tenants from displacement and ensure housing stability for all DeSoto residents
Investing in Local and Small Businesses
Streamline permitting processes to make it easier for businesses to operate
Support entrepreneurship programs that help new businesses get started
Create incentives to keep DeSoto's commercial corridors vibrant and thriving
Invest in jobs, community character, and economic resilience
Progressing the Quality of Life for Residents
Improve parks, recreation facilities, and public spaces for families to enjoy
Attract healthy restaurant options and diverse dining choices to DeSoto
Ensure safe, well-maintained neighborhoods with quality infrastructure
Promote community events and activities that bring DeSoto together
Partnering with Stakeholders and Leaders
Collaborate with schools, nonprofits, business associations, and neighborhood groups
Work across different levels of government to find effective solutions
Bring people together around shared goals to achieve meaningful results for DeSoto
Your Partner on City Council
Dr. Garner will:
Respond promptly to your concerns
Listen at community events
Vote based on what's best for DeSoto
Provide regular updates on city business
Work collaboratively to get things done
