Wengay Newton Sr.

"The only true path to fully participating in the American Dream is through homeownership. If you're paying $1,000 to $1,800 a month in rent, you're already paying a mortgage—it's just not yours

"The only true path to fully participating in the American Dream is through homeownership. If you're paying $1,000 to $1,800 a month in rent, you're already paying a mortgage—it's just not yours." ​ I support : ​ Sadowski Housing Trust Fund - Prevented the sweeping of the Sadowski Housing Trust Fund thus providing for $378 Million for Affordable Housing and down payment assistance for first time homebuyers. ​ Zoning Changes - On lots now zoned for single family homes, NTM-1 would allow a d

"The only true path to fully participating in the American Dream is through homeownership. If you're paying $1,000 to $1,800 a month in rent, you're already paying a mortgage—it's just not yours." ​ I support : ​ Sadowski Housing Trust Fund - Prevented the sweeping of the Sadowski Housing Trust Fund thus providing for $378 Million for Affordable Housing and down payment assistance for first time homebuyers. ​ Habitat for Humanity – Fully support and actively recruit clients for Habitat for Humanity. They provide affordable home ownership, equity, and generational wealth. ​ Repurpose Commercial Space - Resilient residential demand and declining commercial demand can be accommodated by allowing re-use of vacant commercial space. ​ Allowing Homeowners to construct ADU's - tiny homes, in-law apartments or granny flats — with relative ease on lots zoned for single-family use will substantially expand the supply of small, affordable homes. ​ Zoning Changes - On lots now zoned for single family homes, NTM-1 would allow a duplex or a triplex or even a small four-unit residence. Permitting Department - Fixing the extremely long turn-a-round time for housing permits thus causing increase in building and construction cost. "I’m the only candidate with proven experience—both locally and in the legislature. I’ll be ready on Day One, with zero learning curve, because I know the process, I know the people, and I know how to get things done for District 62

"Education options are critical for healthy communities. We must embrace our educational ecosystem, from cradle to college, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed." ​ I support : ​ "I am

"Education options are critical for healthy communities. We must embrace our educational ecosystem, from cradle to college, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed." ​ I support : ​ "I am the only candidate with proven local and legislative experience. They come into the home with book, shapes, phonics and colors providing 30 weeks of Parent Instruction to be the Childs first teacher.

"Education options are critical for healthy communities. We must embrace our educational ecosystem, from cradle to college, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed." ​ I support : ​ "I am the only candidate with proven local and legislative experience. I will be 'Ready Day One,' with zero learning curve, because I know what it takes to get results for our community." ​ Local Funding Referendums ​ Early Learning , because 0 to 5 is the most critical time for a young child's brain development. ​ Home Instruction for Parents of Pre-Scholl Youth (HIPPY) - I brought home $3.9 Million dollars every year for this excellent Early Learning Reading Program that has a 96% readiest rate for Kindergarteners. They come into the home with book, shapes, phonics and colors providing 30 weeks of Parent Instruction to be the Childs first teacher. All they ask is you cut the idiot box off 2 hours and read to your children or someone else will and it will go like this " You Have The Right To Remain Silent, If You Give Up That Right Any Thing You Say Can And Will Be Used Against You" ​ Parents should be able to choose the best education for their children for better outcomes. No matter your financial situation, income or zip code. Your child shouldn't have limited options, be bullied or become a statistic of the School To Prison Pipeline. ​ Funding to allow high schoolers to start apprenticeships and other job training while still in high school, eventually spitting them right out into

"The effects of climate change are real, and we must take action to protect our world for the future of our children—and their children." ​ I support : ​ Smart Development – "We must creat

"The effects of climate change are real, and we must take action to protect our world for the future of our children—and their children." ​ I support : ​ Smart Development – "We must create policies that promote smart growth practices to lessen the environmental impacts of development. By encouraging compact development, reducing impervious surfaces, safeguarding environmentally sensitive areas, and promoting mixed land uses, we can build communities that are both sustainable and res

"The effects of climate change are real, and we must take action to protect our world for the future of our children—and their children." ​ I support : ​ Smart Development – "We must create policies that promote smart growth practices to lessen the environmental impacts of development. By encouraging compact development, reducing impervious surfaces, safeguarding environmentally sensitive areas, and promoting mixed land uses, we can build communities that are both sustainable and resilient for the future." ​ Clean Energy – "We must encourage the use of solar, natural gas, biomass, and other renewable energy sources to create a sustainable, clean energy future for our communities." ​ Sea Level Rise – "We must preserve and protect natural structures like barrier islands, oyster and coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass, and salt marshes. These ecosystems work in unison with built infrastructure, such as seawalls, to absorb storm surges and protect our coastal communities." ​ Wastewater Treatment and Sewer Infrastructure Funding - "The closing of the Albert Whitted Wastewater Treatment Plant took 20% of the city's capacity offline, resulting in over 500 million gallons of raw sewage being dumped into Tampa Bay. We must secure funding from the State and Federal Government to sure up our Infrastructures. ​ We also treat sewage from Gulfport, St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island and not having enough capacity caused massive sewage dumps all over St. Petersburg. Thi

"We must support good-paying jobs that recognize the plight of the working poor. has $35 Million dollars in funding for Vocational Education, Career Education and Technical Education skilled trade.

"We must support good-paying jobs that recognize the plight of the working poor. has $35 Million dollars in funding for Vocational Education, Career Education and Technical Education skilled trade.

"We must support good-paying jobs that recognize the plight of the working poor. It’s crucial to address rising inequality and work towards raising the standard of living for those at the bottom of the wage distribution." ​ I support : ​ Public Private Partnerships. Access to Higher Education and Certifications. Reimagining Education and Career Help (REACH) Act. has $35 Million dollars in funding for Vocational Education, Career Education and Technical Education skilled trade. I am the only candidate with proven local and legislative experience. I will be "Ready Day One", with zero learning curve.

"When people live in fear of crime and violence, their communities reflect that loss—of freedom, of confidence, and of purpose." I support : ​ The first job of government is to maintain the safe

"When people live in fear of crime and violence, their communities reflect that loss—of freedom, of confidence, and of purpose." I support : ​ The first job of government is to maintain the safety of its citizens by Fully Funding our Police & Fire Departments. Community involvement in our local police and public safety agencies. Support community policing and push for strong enforcement of existing laws.

"When people live in fear of crime and violence, their communities reflect that loss—of freedom, of confidence, and of purpose." I support : ​ The first job of government is to maintain the safety of its citizens by Fully Funding our Police & Fire Departments. Community involvement in our local police and public safety agencies. Support community policing and push for strong enforcement of existing laws. Continue to fund public education and recruitment programs. Gun Buy Back Programs. 21st Century Policing Blueprint. I am the only candidate with proven local and legislative experience. I will be "Ready Day One", with zero learning curve. ​ ​