About Blake
Blake Smith is running for Waterloo City Council in Ward 4 to do more then just sit in on a council. He's ready to fight for the East Side and the general Waterloo Community. He believes in fixing roads, fixing taxes, and fixing up a better future.
With his parents divorcing, Blake grew up on both the East and West Sides of Waterloo. He attended West Side schools while living on both sides of the city. "I've seen the unequal state of our side of the city compared to the West, and I want to do something about it. The East Side deserves better."
Today, Blake lives on the East Side and believes the East should have leadership that fights for its neighborhoods, roads, businesses, recreation, and future.
Blake believes local government should work for the people, not for high taxes, wasteful spending, or one side of the city over another.
Key Issues
Lower Taxes
Waterloo residents face some of the highest taxes in Iowa. Blake supports cutting wasteful spending, improving efficiency, and responsibly lowering the burden on taxpayers — especially property taxes.
Fix Roads Properly
Road repairs should last. Blake supports affordable, durable repair solutions instead of repeated temporary patches that fail on busy roads, along with repainting road lines and improving street safety.
Support the East Side
The East Side deserves equal attention and investment. Blake supports improving recreation, housing, beautification, business growth, and economic opportunity throughout Ward 4.
Community Investment
Blake opposes decisions that weaken East Side recreation and identity, including replacing Gate’s Pool with a cement splash pad rather than preserving a stronger community destination for families.
Freedom of Speech
Did you know the City Council is considering getting rid of public comments at city council meetings? Blake believes the people should be able to openly and easily critique poor decision making and make recommendations without having to take extra steps to have their voices heard.
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Email: blakesmith4you@gmail.com