Friends of Barranda

10/09/2019

Tensions between City administration and the Fire Fighters are at an all time high. Michael worked with both sides to take important first steps towards repairing the fractured relationship. In the end his bill passed unanimously...no small accomplishment in this political climate.

Fort Wayne firefighters got some of what they've been urging.

04/19/2019

🎼Sign, sign, everywhere a sign...🎼

These will be available at the Open House next week. Or just shoot us a message and we'll get you one. Or a dozen. 🤣

02/09/2019

Yes, it's official, Michael is running for reelection. There's still work to do! http://www.journalgazette.net/news/local/20190209/council-field-fills-as-10-seek-election

11/29/2017

Michael voted in opposition to the City's acquisition of the North River property. However the bill passed. You can read MichaelBarranda's comments here.

Prior to the vote on the City’s proposed acquisition of the North River property, Michael wrote an op-ed for the Journal Gazette explaining the pending issue. Here is a link to the November 20th column.

11/20/2017

The Mayor's office wants City Council to approve an agreement for taxpayers to indemnify the sellers of the North River property for costs of all known and unknown environmental contamination. Has the administration earned that kind trust?

On Nov. 8, less than 24 hours before it became public, city officials met with me (and other council members) regarding a July 27 purchase agreement f ...

07/07/2017

In case you missed it Michael Barranda was a guest on the Pat Miller show yesterday. They discussed the upcoming proposal for the local income tax increase, and his amendments that he has proposed to the bill. https://www.wowo.com/michael-barranda/

Pat MillerWOWO On-DemandMichael BarrandaBy Caleb Hatch - July 6, 201703 Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter visit WOWO.com for more audio on demand SHARE Facebook Twitter Previous articleDr. Herb LondonCaleb Hatch

06/22/2017

There has been a lot of talk about the proposal to increase the Allen County Income Tax. Read Michael's thoughts on the subject, including his proposed amendment to the ordinance. http://www.journalgazette.net/opinion/columns/20170622/call-for-compromise

Last January, Councilman John Crawford led a public discussion regarding the fiscal policies of our community through a unique meeting of the Allen Co ...

03/16/2017

Two points to take away from Fort Wayne City Council's uneasiness over financing for The Landing project, redevelopment of Columbi ...

02/08/2017

It's time to work together to preserve this legacy. http://www.journalgazette.net/opinion/columns/Legacy-Fund-loan-proposal-would-prolong-valued-asset-17607495

As a city councilman, nothing draws more polarizing comments than a discussion about the Legacy Fund. A fund that isn't really a f ...

07/26/2016

Below is a link to Michael's statement in support of the approval of the next phase of riverfront development by the Riverworks team.
http://michaelbarranda.com/moving-forward-with-riverfront/

Today the City of Fort Wayne will take an important step in the continued development of our rivers. Many people in the community are very excited about riverfront development – including myself. However, it’s that very excitement that can lead to making imprudent decisions based on miscommunication...

06/08/2016

Last night City Council voted on the proposed Wheel Tax. You can read Michael's thoughts on the matter here. http://michaelbarranda.com/comprehensive-planning-a-road-less-traveled/

Last night the Council considered Bill No. G-16-05-27 which is an ordinance which created a Motor Vehicle Excise Surtax and Wheel Tax. The bill passed through committee with a 5-4 recommendation in favor. The proposal was advanced by some members of the Mayor’s Fiscal Policy Group which had apparent...

05/20/2016

Michael teamed with Dr. John Crawford to co-author a piece involving the impact of property tax caps on city growth. What are your thoughts? http://www.news-sentinel.com/opinion/your-voice/Yes--tax-caps-had-unintended-consequences

Last week a guest writer took exception to the use of the phrase “unintended consequences” as it was used by certain members of co ...