Rashaad Bates for Norristown Municipal Council - District 1

Rashaad Bates for Norristown Municipal Council - District 1 I am honored to announce that I, Rashaad Bates, will be running for a 2nd term for Norristown Municipal Council’s seat for District 1.

Rashaad Bates has been a Norristown resident for over 20 years and attended Stewart Middle School and Norristown High. He was the quiet kid, with a tight circle, pocket full of trading cards and the newest PDA that always lent a helping hand to anyone who needed it. With the positive feedback from peers and strangers over the years his passion for technology and altruism grew stronger. He has been

in the IT field for over a decade and has worked in retail management, corporate, aerospace and currently a small business owner in the field. When it comes to altruism, Rashaad has always been at service for his community. Over the last several years Rashaad has volunteered and served on the Norristown Planning Commission, Keep Norristown Beautiful (KNB), a certified PHS Tree Tender, Design Review Board, Storm Water Advisory Board, computer coach for the Norristown Library and an executive member of the Norristown NAACP chapter. Rashaad has also completed and received recognition from the Norristown’s Citizens Leadership Academy, Norristown’s Citizens Police Academy and the Montgomery County Planning Board of Commissioners. I am running for Norristown Council’s 1st district to improve the quality of life in the community and to continue facilitating the development of our city. I am also committed to making local government more transparent, accountable, and accessible to all the residents. If elected, I would use the experience, knowledge, and leadership skills I have gained to focus on:

- Beautification. I believe all residents want to live in a greener and litter free community and by working with KNB we can continue to host cleanup events, create & save green spaces and help promote the community garden. Also, by working with the Norristown Citizens in Action team we can help residents find programs that can assist them with blighted property issues.

- Assisting organizations with helping the homeless, underserved, and at-risk residents in our community find shelters, homes, and employment.

- Encouraging residents and local organizations to work and engage more with our Local Police and Fire Departments. Public safety awareness is essential to improving the quality of life and were also in a time where we need to continue to build trust between law enforcement and the community it serves.

- Constituency services are my top priority. I have ideas of what I want to focus on, but that may not be your issue at that moment, and I will always do my best to be available to listen and serve the residents of my community. I want to give your voice power. I support the idea that a public utility or large-scale property should not be sold unless the residents get an opportunity to vote on it. Norristown is an unparalleled and diverse community with many different needs and with my background, dedication, and loyalty, I firmly believe that I can be a positive voice and a strong leader for tomorrow. Thank you for your time and I hope that I have your support! Donations are needed and will be very appreciated! Please send me a message if you do NOT want to donate online. Donation link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/friends-of-rashaad-bates-1

10/08/2025

We went a little over the clock tonight, but it was all buzz-worthy 🐝 Lots of good stuff happening across Norristown!

Closing out the summer with a look back at some of the moments and places I was grateful to be a part of, and actually r...
09/29/2025

Closing out the summer with a look back at some of the moments and places I was grateful to be a part of, and actually remembered to snap a photo! (Still working on getting better at that 😅)

*Photos are in order by date.

May 3, 2025 - Rotaract Event @ Friends Meeting house .
May 9, 2025 - Visited Theater Horizon for the Penelope play.
May 13, 2025 - “Lagers for Literacy” - Literacy Council of Norristown Event @ VonC.
May 17, 2025 - Designer Bag Bingo @ George Washington Carver Community Center.
May 24, 2025 - Councilman Queenan’s fresh food drive .
May 31, 2025 - Norristown Chamber Mixer @ Centre Theater.
June 8, 2025 - GWCCC 65th Anniversary Celebration .
June 10, 2025 - Norristown Library’s “June Jazz” event @ VonC.
June 14, 2025 - No Kings rally @ Montgomery County Court House.
June 18, 2025 - Raising Juneteenth flag @ Municipal Hall.
June 29, 2025 - Summer Concert Series @ Elmwood Park.
July 4, 2025 - July 4th Parade @ Elmwood Park.
July 28, 2025 - Water Ice with a cop.
August 6, 2025 - National Night Out.
August 9, 2025 - Clean up event with Christine Perry.
August 15, 2025 - Joanna McClinton’s “Summer Soire”.
August 16, 2025 - Norristown Library “Grand Reopening” @ Logan Square.
August 16, 2025 - M.S.S. Feast @ Holy Savior Club.
May 2025 - Monthly visits to the Montco SAAC Center talking about technology and other constituent issues.

07/28/2025

For the first time ever, we beat the clock! 🙌 Catch the latest Clock the Buzz recap of our July 15th Council Meeting!

06/07/2025
Thank You, Norristown!I’m incredibly honored and humbled to share that I’ve won the primary election. From the bottom of...
05/22/2025

Thank You, Norristown!

I’m incredibly honored and humbled to share that I’ve won the primary election. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to the residents who came out and voted, believed in our vision, and stood with me throughout this journey. Your trust means everything.

To my family, friends, volunteers, and supporters—thank you for the countless hours, energy and encouragement. This victory belongs to all of us.

I also want to acknowledge my opponent, who brought fresh energy and new ideas to the race. They gave me a run for my money and I’ve already reached out to them about working together. For anyone else who was in the race and didn’t receive the results they hoped for—please don’t hesitate to reach out. Every voice matters, and there are many ways you can still contribute to building a better Norristown.

Now, it’s time to get back to work!

With gratitude,

Rashaad Bates

05/22/2025
Here are some of Councilman Rashaad Bates’ proudest accomplishments while serving on Norristown’s Municipal Council — ma...
05/16/2025

Here are some of Councilman Rashaad Bates’ proudest accomplishments while serving on Norristown’s Municipal Council — making a difference you can see, feel, and believe in. 💪🏽🌟

Vote for Rashaad Bates Tuesday, May 20th!

🏙️ Did You Know?Rashaad Bates has served on at least 8 Norristown boards and commissions, including the Norristown Plann...
05/15/2025

🏙️ Did You Know?

Rashaad Bates has served on at least 8 Norristown boards and commissions, including the Norristown Planning Commission, Stormwater Advisory Board, Design Review Board, Blighted Property Board, Recreation Masterplan Advisory Committee, Shade Tree Commission, Keep Norristown Beautiful & Norristown Citizens in Action. He is also an executive board member of the Literacy Council of Norristown and NAACP.

In addition, Rashaad also sits on the PA State Geospatial Coordinating Board - helping shape statewide infrastructure and technology decisions among Federal, State and local government agencies.

He’s been behind the scenes, making smart, informed decisions for Norristown’s future.

🖥️ Did You Know?Rashaad puts the "IT" in community!He’s led over 20 tech literacy workshops for both seniors and student...
05/14/2025

🖥️ Did You Know?

Rashaad puts the "IT" in community!

He’s led over 20 tech literacy workshops for both seniors and students with the Norristown Library, Shiloh Baptist Church, Literacy Council of Norristown, George Washington Carver Community Center, Montco S.A.A.C and others, making sure everyone in Norristown can thrive in a digital world.

Vote for Rashaad Bates Tuesday, May 20th!

🧹 Did You Know?Rashaad Bates has helped organize, hosted and partnered with over 30 community cleanups across Norristown...
05/13/2025

🧹 Did You Know?

Rashaad Bates has helped organize, hosted and partnered with over 30 community cleanups across Norristown? From picking up litter, collecting e-waste, to planting trees—he’s been working to Keep Norristown Beautiful and green one block at a time.

He is also a certified PHS Tree Tender! 💪🌳

Vote for Rashaad Bates Tuesday, May 20th!

🎓 Did You Know? Rashaad completed both the Norristown Citizens Police Academy & Norristown Leadership Academy and was ch...
05/12/2025

🎓 Did You Know?

Rashaad completed both the Norristown Citizens Police Academy & Norristown Leadership Academy and was chosen by his colleagues to be the group representer to speak to the community on what they learned. He also completed 4 three week courses on planning and land development through the Montgomery County Planning Commission to better understand how our town works—and how to lead it.

Vote for Rashaad Bates Tuesday May 20th!

I had the privilege of speaking with the Unides Para Servir Norristown Leadership students about running for office, joi...
03/07/2025

I had the privilege of speaking with the Unides Para Servir Norristown Leadership students about running for office, joining committees, and other impactful ways to serve our community.

It was an engaging and productive conversation—thank you for having me!

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