Reggie Hall
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My Blueprint for Change
Youth
How would you create more things for youth to do - including jobs and safe educational, fun places? Please be specific.
As Mayor, I would commence by implementing a more comprehensive approach to address this issue. Strengthening the city’s core values and fostering community trust will mark our first strides in the right direction. My office would shoulder the responsibility of establishing youth job programs and providing training for young adults to secure the job opportunities they desire. I’m placing significant emphasis on vocational training programs in high schools and resource centers for young individuals interested in advancing their skills in fields such as business development and management, thus helping them expedite their progress and enabling entrepreneurship through their own efforts.
Careers
What do you believe is the appropriate local investment in post-secondary training, internship and apprenticeship opportunities?
My office will conduct research and assessment to formulate recommendations, taking into account the demand for workers and skilled professionals in specific industries, as well as the imperative of allocating the requisite resources for achieving optimal success. I am committed to allocating the necessary resources and funds to foster the development of young professionals within the workforce, all while prudently considering the financial health of our city. Furthermore, my office will actively engage in collaborations with the private sector to expand opportunities for young professionals to enhance their skills and talents through a diverse array of measures.
Wages
How would you impact wages or working conditions for Memphians, especially young adults?
I will expand the current PILOT program and incentivize local businesses to invest in training and vocational education, thereby enabling them to provide competitive wages and benefits for young professionals in the workforce. My office will also tackle housing affordability issues, particularly in higher-cost, affluent neighborhoods, and address safety concerns in lower-income communities. These measures are essential to improving the quality of life for young people in our city.
Predatory Practices
How would you address companies that take advantage of poor people, for example slumlords and predatory financing companies?
I will advocate for state-level changes that target predatory practices unfairly impacting vulnerable individuals. I will support legislation aimed at increasing transparency and providing greater protection for disenfranchised communities. Additionally, I will champion financial literacy programs to offer more opportunities for people to learn about homeownership and various forms of financial planning that can benefit them in the long run.
