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Elect Kim Wiggins City Council
Kim Wiggins is a devoted wife, loving mother of four, stepmother of two, and proud grandmother who resides in Mont Pleasant with her family. Her life is deeply rooted in faith and family values, which shape her unwavering commitment to service, compassion, and community.
With a heart for helping others, Kim has built a meaningful career as a certified private Personal Care Assistant. In this role, she provides exceptional care to seniors, ensuring they can remain in their homes with dignity after the loss of a spouse. Her firsthand experience has made her acutely aware of the challenges faced by seniors and their caregivers, including affordable housing shortages, limited transportation options, healthcare access issues, and the need for more engaging senior centers. These insights have fueled her passion for advocacy and her drive to find solutions that improve the quality of life for Schenectady’s senior citizens.
Kim is also an active community leader. As Treasurer of the Hamilton Hill Neighborhood Association, she oversees financial stewardship while fostering connections with neighbors, businesses, and local governments to enhance the quality of life in Schenectady. Additionally, she serves as a dedicated member of the Order of the Eastern Star, contributing to charitable initiatives that reflect her values of justice, equality, and service.
Now, as a candidate for Schenectady City Council, Kim is focused on addressing key issues that matter most to the community. She is committed to amplifying the voices of seniors by ensuring their concerns are heard and met with meaningful policy changes. Kim plans to strengthen communication by actively attending neighborhood meetings and bringing residents’ needs directly to the Council. She also prioritizes local economic growth by advocating for job opportunities and resources that help small businesses thrive.
Kim Wiggins is passionate about addressing the key challenges facing Schenectady and improving the quality of life for its residents. As a candidate for Schenectady City Council, she has outlined several priorities she will focus on if elected:
- Advocating for Seniors: Kim is committed to ensuring that the voices of seniors are heard. She aims to address issues such as affordable housing shortages, limited transportation options, healthcare access, and the need for more engaging senior centers.
- Strengthening Communication: By actively attending neighborhood meetings and fostering open dialogue, Kim plans to bring residents’ concerns directly to the City Council, ensuring that local voices drive meaningful policy changes.
- Supporting Local Economic Growth: Kim will advocate for job opportunities and resources that help small businesses thrive, contributing to a stronger local economy.
- Enhancing Community Engagement: Through her leadership roles in organizations like the Hamilton Hill Neighborhood Association, Kim plans to continue building connections between neighbors, businesses, and local governments to create a more inclusive and vibrant community.
Kim Wiggins is not just a candidate—she’s a trusted neighbor, tireless advocate, and fresh voice ready to build a stronger, more inclusive Schenectady for all generations. With deep roots in the community and firsthand understanding of its challenges, she is uniquely prepared to lead with compassion, integrity, and action.