Try, Try Again

Syracuse New Times

2009 July 22nd

Howie Hawkins is aiming for a more realistic public office this election season, the Syracuse Common Council’s 4th District seat, currently held by Democrat Tom Seals. Outlining six reforms he sees for the city, Hawkins, a member of the Green Party, added that working as a district councilor includes paying attention to the little things, too. “Potholes, the drug house down the street, the bike lane that was painted and now people use it for parking,” he said. “I think if people have a choice, they might take it.” The 4th District encompasses the center of the city, including downtown and portions of the South, West and East Sides. The inclusion of the southern end of the Westcott Nation could mean some Green-leaning voters.