Jamie Mayo

Mayo’s “I Want Jamie Back” campaign slogan focuses on his administration’s accomplishments and achievements as mayor from 2001-2020. His platform lists his solutions for combating crime, poverty and unemployment. 

 As part of his campaign, Mayo released a detailed public safety plan. He proposes the implementation of a community policing program. This new program features initiatives such as “Adopt a Block.” Neighbors, churches and city agencies will work together to identify social factors and issues contributing to high crime rates. These organizations will then help police properly address neighborhood problems. 

Mayo argues that “Monroe is in need of a new direction.” He believes the return of businesses like Lumen and United Airlines will revive Monroe’s economy. One of his goals is to collaborate with United Airlines to establish a flight from Monroe to Houston. According to Mayo, the partnership between the City of Monroe and these businesses will lead to a jump in employment rates. 

Mayo also focuses on uplifting minority-owned businesses through a partnership with the Monroe Regional Black Chamber of Commerce. Through this partnership, Mayo would institute programs, such as mentorships, that elevate disadvantaged businesses. These programs would focus on eliminating racial disparity in companies and offer employment opportunities to entrepreneurs.