Shanetta 4 Durham

Team Burris, I want to express my gratitude to the 3,011 Durham residents who supported me in my bid for the Durham City Council. While my campaign was unsuccessful, I am grateful for your votes and support. I would also like to thank my campaign team, volunteers, friends, and family for their unwavering support.

My candidacy was not self-serving, but rather, it was people-centered. I vow to continue fighting for the community I love and addressing the issues that were raised during my candidacy. The primary election results did not make the problems disappear. I am still committed to creating sustainable housing opportunities for renters and homeowners, prioritizing the needs of all Durham residents, and providing recreational opportunities for our youth.

Although I have decided not to endorse any remaining candidates for Mayor or City Council, I strongly encourage you to research and choose candidates who share your values. It is essential to elect leaders who will prioritize the needs of Durham residents and work tirelessly to create a better future for all of us.

Team Burris‼️Don't forget to vote tomorrow, October 10th, for the 2023 Municipal Primary Election.

Shanetta has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to our community by consistently advocating for our residents over personal gain. Let's take charge and ensure that an unwavering champion for our community makes it to the ballot for the November General Election.

➡️Tomorrow, voters must vote in their assigned precinct. To check your precinct location, please visit https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/.

➡️Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

➡️Photo ID is required to vote.

✅UNBOUGHT ✅UNBOSSED ✅Standing up for Durham!!

I am honored to announce that our campaign has been endorsed by UE 150-Durham City Workers Union.

This endorsement is representative of my commitment to labor, our City employees, and building a community where ALL of us can thrive.

It's officially Fall AND the last Sunday during the Primary Election period. Polls are open from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM today. Let's have a wonderful Fall season with our friends and family and get out the vote. Don't forget you need your photo ID to vote!

Shanetta recently participated in an interview while taking a walk through Durham. The 9th Street Journal coordinated with IndyWeek to share local election info with voters. Check out Shanetta’s video! 🎬

A Stroll Through Durham with City Council Candidate Shanetta Burris 9th Street Journal reporter Charlotte Kramon interviews City Council candidate Shanetta Burris.Videography courtesy of Kevin Seifert, RTP.Studio.Video produc...

Have you checked out our events page? There is still time to meet candidates running for Durham City Council and learn about their views. Join us at the UE150 Candidate Forum at the Community Family Life & Recreation Center at Lyon Park.

https://www.shanetta4durham.com/events

Thank you to everyone who contributed and came out to celebrate Shanetta's birthday yesterday! We appreciate you!

Special Announcement! I am deeply honored to have received the endorsement of Antonio Jones, Former Chair of the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People. This endorsement is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing equity and justice in our community.

Don't forget! We're celebrating Shanetta's 36th Birthday this Sunday, September 24, at 6:00 PM. 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with food, laughter, and camaraderie!

RSVP here: https://ow.ly/PwLk50PN4hF

While tickets are FREE, we're encouraging those who can to donate $36, $136, or even $360 to mark this special occasion.

We'll see you there!

Early Voting for the October 10 Municipal Primary Election has started!

➡️ Early voting starts Thursday, September 21 and ends Saturday, October 7.

➡️ You can vote at any of the five early voting sites:
1. North Regional Library
2. East Regional Library
3. Durham County Main Library
4. NCCU Turner Law Building
5. South Regional Library.

➡️ Residents can also register to vote and cast a ballot on the same day!

➡️For more information on the early voting locations, hours, and dates, visit: https://www.dcovotes.com/.../sho.../39098/638233928770830000.

➡️ Voters will be asked to show a PHOTO ID for this election. For information on acceptable forms of identification, visit: https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id

📣ICYMI: Check out Shanetta's interview with WQTS Digital Broadcast about why she's running for Durham City Council: https://ow.ly/i1fs50PN4wY!

Shanetta Burris for Durham City Council Interview House chats with candidate for city council, Shanetta Burris and discusses her plans for Durham, NCTimestamp00:00 Why are you running01:36 Accountability and...

Team Burris,

We have some exciting news to share! Shanetta is turning 36, and we’re throwing a birthday celebration 🎉.

We invite you to join us for this special occasion by attending her birthday celebration! It's going to be an unforgettable evening filled with food, laughter, camaraderie!

While tickets are FREE, here's the birthday twist for those who are able: instead of traditional gifts, we're encouraging contributions to Shanetta 4 Durham. You can make a donation of $36, $136, or even $360 to mark this special occasion. Every dollar raised will go directly toward supporting voter outreach.

Let's make this birthday celebration not just about candles and cake but also about the positive change we can create together.

Please RSVP, and if you can, consider making a donation in honor of Shanetta’s 36th birthday. We look forward to celebrating with you!

To RSVP, please visit: https://www.shanetta4durham.com/events-1/shanettas-birthday-celebration

During the 2023-’24 budget process, issues regarding pay for Durham City employees should have and could have been addressed. Yet, the majority of members of our City Council failed to collectively achieve a compromise or take meaningful action. Yes, there were small pay increases included in the budget, however, they were not sufficient to address the financial sacrifices made by city employees during the pandemic.

It is deeply disturbing to witness elected officials who recently overlooked the pleas of city employees during the budget hearings, now stand in what I'll describe as “faux-solidarity" with sanitation workers during their stand down.

I wholeheartedly support the demands of our sanitation workers and it is my sincerest hope that our current governing body will act swiftly. Our city employees deserve to be adequately compensated!

Performative leadership is a perfect strategy for eroding public trust. This is a prime example of poor governance and our City deserves better leadership.

‼️Final Public Hearing for The Durham Comprehensive Plan‼️

A few weeks ago, I shared information on the city’s Comprehensive Plan. City staff have been working on the new Comprehensive Plan for the last three and a half years (please see the original post below).

➡️A special joint City Council and Board of County Commissioners hearing will be held TONIGHT at 7 pm. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers located in City Hall at 101 City Hall Plaza, Durham NC 27701.

➡️Participation will be possible in person or virtually through Zoom.
The agenda and details on how to join these meetings are available here: https://engagedurham.com/201/Adoption-Process.

➡️You can sign up to speak in person right before the meeting or register to speak online. Online speakers must register by 2 PM today. You can also watch the meeting on the City’s YouTube page.

After the joint City/County public hearing, the City Council and the Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the Comprehensive Plan at their respective regular meetings.

The City of Durham’s Comprehensive Plan outlines how we envision our growth and development, taking a long-range approach rather than focusing on the immediate concerns of today. Learn why I think your participation in this process is so important.

Learn More: https://mailchi.mp/a6de5f0484d0/compplan?e=e7e8990493

Make a plan to VOTE ✅

Team Burris, we are less than 30 days away from the start of early voting for the October 10th Municipal Primary Election.

➡️Early voting will begin on Thursday, September 21, 2023, and end on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

➡️This cycle, it is important that we show up in large numbers to ensure that our voices are heard! Our future council should represent the interests of ALL Durham residents! It is important that we mobilize and activate our networks by making a plan to get out the vote!

➡️You may vote at ANY of the five early voting locations in the city during the early voting period. Moreover, during early voting, residents may register to vote or update their voter registration and cast a ballot on the same day. For more information on the early voting locations, hours, and dates, please visit: https://www.dcovotes.com/home/showpublisheddocument/39098/638233928770830000.

➡️To check the status of your voter registration, please visit: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/

➡️As a reminder, voters will be asked to show a PHOTO ID for this election. For information on acceptable forms of identification, please visit: https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/voter-id

Many thanks to RNS Sports for allowing me to volunteer for the Community Day. I sincerely enjoyed the excitement of the children I met today.

Today, I had the opportunity to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for Dress for Success Triangle NC and take a tour of their new Durham location.

Dress for Success Triangle NC is an affiliate of Dress for Success Worldwide. Their mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help women thrive in work and life.

I had a wonderful time last night at the 88th Annual DCABP Founders’ Day Banquet.

🚨Endorsement Announcement 🚨

I am honored to share that our campaign has been endorsed by the Mayor of Durham and the Chair of the Durham County Board of Commissioners. These endorsements emphasize our commitment to serving the community.

Happening Today: Join Shanetta at the People's Alliance PAC Candidate Mixer. The event will be at the Motorco Music Hall (723 Rigsbee Ave) from 6-8 PM. It's free and open to the public.

The City of Durham’s Comprehensive Plan outlines how we envision our growth and development, taking a long-range approach rather than focusing on the immediate concerns of today. Learn why I think your participation in this process is so important.

Learn More: https://mailchi.mp/a6de5f0484d0/compplan?e=e7e8990493

Shanetta filed her candidacy for Durham City Council At-Large yesterday! 🎉💪🏾

If elected, she will uphold her campaign platform, focusing on accountability & respect, housing affordability, the environment, city infrastructure, and safety. She envisions a future where the city grows together, bridging divides and ensuring shared economic prosperity.

It’s official! Shanetta Burris filed for office today! 🎉🎉🎉

July 14, 2023 - Shanetta Burris filed for Durham City Council At-Large

Looking for ways to plug into our campaign? Join us for a fundraiser on July 13!

Tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/burrisfund

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Today is the last day to take advantage of our t-shirt fundraiser. Your contribution allows us to plan ahead and ensures we have the resources necessary to run an effective campaign. With your help, we can focus on what truly matters—empowering Durham residents and driving meaningful change. Donate today!

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/shanetta

My involvement in Durham politics has always been an act of altruism rather than self-interest. I’m running to serve as a responsive voice for the most marginalized in our community. I'm running to represent those forced to make tough financial decisions. As a grassroots candidate, I am relying on our community for support. Please consider making a donation and joining our campaign's financial backbone. With a $50 contribution, we'll send you a campaign t-shirt.

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/shanetta

Per the Durham County Board of Elections, there are four precinct adjustments that will be in effect for the upcoming Municipal Elections and beyond.

➡️Precinct 30-1 will be split into two new precincts. The new precincts will be 30-3 (Polling Place: East Regional Library) and 30-4 (Polling Place: Spring Valley Elementary School).

➡️Precinct 33 will be split into two new precincts. The new precincts will be 33-1 (Polling Place: Bethesda Elementary School) and 33-2 (Polling Place: Lowe’s Grove Baptist Church).

➡️Precinct 35.3 will be split into two new precincts. The precincts will be 35-4 (Polling Place: Lyon’s Farm Elementary School) and 35-5 (Polling Place: Zakat Foundation).

➡️Precincts 39 and 48 will be consolidated into one new precinct. The new precinct will be 56 (Polling Place: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church).

To check your registration status and polling location, please visit: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/

Have you received a yellow voter registration card in the mail? That means you have been affected by our new precinct adjustments. Your Election Day polling place might be closer to home! For details, click here -> https://dcovotes.com/voters/voting/polling-locations

True progressivism doesn’t consist of denying some city employees the right to upward mobility or denying them the right to live in the city where they serve and have established community.

Being a true progressive requires a heart in which you desire to see ALL people thrive and not being content with the plenty of us who are merely surviving.

Just because your immediate needs are satisfied doesn’t give you the right to ignore the plight of other people.

“If the inexpressible cruelties of slavery could not stop us, the opposition we now face will surely fail.”

-Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.