Mayor· 2022-2029
Malik D. Evans
Rochester
About
Malik D. Evans's campaign focuses on public services and community welfare, highlighted by investments in Rochester Animal Services. As the incumbent mayor, his platform aligns with municipal governance, local coalition building against gun violence, and garnering endorsements from key Democratic leadership.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyThe mayor announced new investments aimed at improving Rochester Animal Services.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 5
- Total speaking time
- 55:14
- Avg per meeting
- 11:03
- Segments
- 1108
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Top issues during term (20)(Public Safety)
crime statistics
Lower crime usually means a boost in property values and local business, keeping your hard-earned money working for you.
Automated Bus Patrol and Traffic Enforcement Revenue
Grant-funded pedestrian safety enforcement program.
Police Officer Candidate Disqualifications and Appeals
Impacts police recruitment pipeline and staffing levels.
Police Accountability Board Restructuring and Oversight
Null
police shooting
Potential lawsuits and settlements could hit taxpayers hard if liability is established.
Fire Department Operational Readiness and Medical Response
$2,167,000 bond authorization.
building safety enforcement
Taxpayers could dodge a massive emergency response bill, though the property owner is likely looking at heavy compliance costs or potential loss of revenue.
Lead Paint Poisoning Prevention and Inspection Funding
Monroe County is granting $109,000 to the city over two years.
Fire Engine Replacements
$2,167,000 bond issuance
SAS Law Enforcement Intelligence Software
Not explicitly stated in debate
fire district dissolution
Tax bills and fire-service costs could shift as the district’s separate levy goes away, but the real bottom line depends on the replacement coverage deal.
Police Department Staffing Crisis and Attrition Projections
Budget allocations for police recruit classes, background investigations, and personnel compensation.
Civil Service Candidate Appeals and Eligibility
Directly impacts public safety staffing pipelines and recruitment timelines.
Firefighter Candidate Eligibility Appeal
None.
Daniel's Law Mental Health Pilot Program
Supported by a $2 million state grant.
Ethics Complaint C25-1 Review
School Police Services Agreement
Fully funded by RCSD budget allocations.
Proposed Staffing Reductions and Student Support Services
Involves millions of dollars in staffing allocations and external grant funds.
Bail Credit Card Service Fee Evaluation
Potential fee adjustments for individuals utilizing credit cards to post bail.
Homeland Security Grant Acceptances
Grant-funded public safety enhancements.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Evans was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Public Safety.