Worcester Candidate Profile: Bill Coleman For Mayor

WORCESTER, MA — Four people are running to be mayor of Worcester in 2019, including incumbent Joseph Petty, who is fighting to win a fifth term as mayor.

One of the people challenging Petty this year is Bill Coleman, a self-described community activist who believes public safety is the biggest issue facing Worcester. Coleman, 68, is pledging to "give the people a voice" — and is even handing out his home phone number to prove that he's accessible.

Like all candidates in the race, Patch asked Coleman to answer a few questions about why he's running. Here's how he answered the Patch candidate questionnaire:

The single most pressing issue facing our city is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Public Safety

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I am willing to suggest new Ideas and a funding source.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community?

Give the people a Voice

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform:

I am a community activist

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Long time educator....Worcester Citizens of Color Honor Roll.. Worcester Mosaic Project Great American Flag Project. Neighborhood Clean ups

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

Listen and act

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

They can call me direct bill coleman 508 826 1307

Note: Patch has not edited the candidate's answers for grammar, content, or length.