Two potential mayoral candidates spoke to the BNAR’s Government Affairs Committee Thursday

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 Before a packed room, two potential mayoral candidates spoke to the BNAR’s Government Affairs Committee Thursday. Erie County Clerk Mickey Kearns spoke about zombie homes, repayment plans for to help people stay in their homes, and the onerous homeowner’s arrears interest rates , and improvements at the County Auto Bureau. Later, Garnell Whitfield, Jr. discussed the legacy of his late mother, Ruth, who was killed in the 5/14 Tops massacre on Jefferson Ave. He termed it a “clarion call to action,”  noting how educating and empowering others will move the community forward. As a lifelong public servant, Whitfield has now become involved in nationwide initiatives. He has seen more progress in other cities housing and social issues than in WNY but took responsibility for not being more proactive himself.

Both Whitfield and Kearns said they are mulling runs for Buffalo’s top job.


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