Columbus City Council candidate Kate Curry-Da-Souza joins the podcast to discuss her background, her work on the Near East Area Commission, and her ties to the Near East Side. She shares her thoughts on tackling food insecurity, housing, transportation and the city’s new district system. She also talks about her decision to run for council, her goals for accessibility and accountability, and why creative solutions are key to addressing Columbus' challenges.

00:00 Reflections on Education

02:21 Introducing Kate Curry-Da-Souza

04:11 Community Engagement and Neighborhood Bonds

05:28 Kate's Background and Upbringing

06:50 Housing and Community Stability

19:34 Running for City Council: Motivations and Vision

25:18 Kate's Near East Area Commission Experience and Impact

34:18 Decision-Making Dilemmas

35:16 Trust in Political Processes

37:12 Community Engagement and Representation

41:55 Creative Solutions for Local Issues

51:27 Transportation Challenges and Opportunities

55:49 Addressing the Housing Crisis

01:06:15 Commitment to Accountability

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Hosted by Tareya. Recorded and shot at Statehouse Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer and Taijuan Nichole Moorman.