The Experience to Lead...The Record to Prove It.
La experiencia para dirigir - La reputacion para probarlo
A Leader in Our Community
The Public Servant
- Councilman, City of Cleveland, 2006 - present
- Administrative Director, Business Trainer and Volunteer, US Peace Corps, Dominican Republic,
Latvia, Russia and Moldova, 1990 - 1999
The Proven Professional
- Executive Director, Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation, 2001 - 2004
- Editor and Publisher, Old Brooklyn News, 2001 - 2004
- Chief Financial Officer, Community Shelter Board, 2000 - 2001
- Associate Director, Cleveland International Program, 1993 - 1994
- Mutual Fund Specialist & Administrative Assistant, Trust Division, National City Bank, 1983 - 1989
The Coalition Builder
- Helped organize Friends of Harmody Park and Friends of Big Creek
- Working with local residents and block groups to promote stiffer penalties for noise during the holiday season and work more effectively with police
- Helping expand recreational opportunities through the Treadway Creek Trail and supporting Ohio City Bicycle Co-op, Lower Big Creek projects and Walk+Roll Cleveland.
- Working with more than 30 local groups—including the Brooklyn Centre Community Association, Southwest Citizens Area Council, Art House, Friends of Big Creek, Westside Industrial Retention and Expansion Network, Cleveland Municipal School District, Hispanic Business Association, Cleveland Restoration Society and American Indian Education Center.
- Fluent in Spanish from his Peace Corps years in the Dominican Republic…and talented musician
A Leader in Our Government
For jobs and economic development
- Winning 700 new jobs for the Metrohealth Senior Health & Wellness Center
- Supported the Medical Mart-Convention Facility, while challenging the process, a $495,000,000 million project that will create hundreds of new jobs and offer some hope for a change
- Facilitated a $500,000 loan for All Seasons’s Contracting, creating 65 new jobs
- Helping small businesses to facilitate growth and compliance with city laws, including Edgewood Village Childcare Center andTerrace Construction
For safer neighborhoods
- Initiated funding for security patrols for neighborhood commercial districts, parks and schools.
- Helped close 3 bars and 2 stores that were magnets for illegal activities
- Active in promoting resident block and civic associations and building stronger and successful relations with the Police
- Active Member, Second District Police Community Relations Committee
- Helped to keep Hook and Ladder Fire Station No. 42 open
For better neighborhoods and housing
- $11,000,000 million development of Denison Ave. senior housing, with NRP Group
- Active in passing City’s new curbside recycling program
- Winning funds to reduce brown fields in the area and $1,500,000 million in sewer improvements to fix chronic infrastructure problems
- Securing $550,000 for neighborhood planning including a land use study of W. 25th Street corridor from the West Side Market to Brookpark Road
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Endorsements
*UPDATED
- Robin Belcher,, State House Representative, District 10
- Sandra Williams, State House Representative, District 11
- Peter Lawson Jones, Cuyahoga County Board of Commissioners
- Cleveland City Council members - Anthony Brancatelli, Ward 12; Councilman Martin J. Keane, Ward 21; Councilman Kevin J. Kelley, Ward 16; Councilman Michael D. Polensek, Ward 11; and, Councilman Zachary Reed, Ward 3
- Mary Rose Oakar - former Congresswoman and longtime West Side resident
- Helen K. Smith - former Cleveland City Councilwoman, veteran activist, and nonprofit advisor
- Nelson Cintron, Jr. - former Cleveland City Councilman
- Moises Torres- 2009 Ward 14 Primary Election Candidate
- James D’Amico- 2009 Ward 14 Primary Election Candidate
- Cuyahoga County Democratic Party
- Green Party of Ohio
- Cleveland Stonewall Democrats
- Cleveland Police Patrolmen's Association
- The Fraternal Order of Police, Cleveland Lodge #8
- International Association of Firefighters - Local 93
- C.A.R.E./I.L.A., Local 1975 AFL-CIO (Cleveland, EMS)
- Boilermakers Union, Local Lodge 744 - "His experience, dedication, and professionalism on behalf of the citizens of the city of Cleveland is commendable...we support Brian Cummins in his endeavor and wish him the best"
- Teamsters OHIO D.R.I.V.E (Democrat Republican Independent Voter Education)
- United West Side Market Tenants Association - "...The UWMTA [Association] is comprised of approximately 100 small businesses within your neighboring ward. We share many of the same needs and goals. We applaud your...efforts and involvements..."
- Cleveland American Middle East Organization (C.A.M.E.O.)
- The Plain Dealer - "No one doubts his brains or his honesty...His background in the Peace Corps and community Development fits Ward 14's needs...Council surely needs members who ask hard questions...He's the clear choice..."
Testimonials
"Cummins...gran experiencia" " Me gusta que Brian haya trabajado en el extranjero en el Cuerpo de Paz y en el desarrollo de la comunidad aquí en Cleveland. El trabaja bien con diversidades de personas. El sabe habla español y ha demostrado su experiencia en organizar comunidades. El es lo que distrito 14 necesita. ¿No piensa que necesitamos una nueva dirección?"
-- "I like that Brian has worked overseas in the Peace Corps and in community development here in Cleveland. He knows how to work with a diversity of people. He speaks Spanish and has proven experience in organizing communities. He’s just what Ward 14 needs. Isn’t it time for new leadership?"
-- Juan (Tony) DeJesus, Woodbridge Avenue
“Cummins wins senior housing and tougher code enforcement” “I think it’s great that Councilman Cummins won $11 million for new housing for seniors and fought to enforce city codes and safety standards. And, he’s not done yet. We need to keep him as our independent voice on Council standing up for us. ” Don Martin, Senior Volunteer of the Year, 2009, Ward 15.
“Councilman Cummins beefs up security.” “Councilman Cummins took the bull by the horns when he beefed up security patrols in local commercial areas, parks and schools. And, he closed 3 bars and 2 stores that caused problems for the area. Cummins’ actions just make sense. So does keeping him as our Councilman.” -- Harry and Joan Samalot,, W. 23rd Street
"Cummins...serving our interests well" "Councilman Cummins is the most responsive and energetic leader Brooklyn Centre has had in the eleven years I've lived here. His actions and his caring are making our neighborhood a true community. We're safer, we're tackling the serious challenges we face, we're looking ahead, and we're becoming more connected to one another and the rest of the City. Cummins makes a real difference: let's vote to keep him right where he is - serving our interests on City Council." -- The Rev. Patricia Hanen, W. 33rd Street
- "Cummins helps small businesses grow" "As a small business owner at the Westside Market, I appreciate Councilman Cummins' interest in building off existing resources...like the Westside Market. Investing locally means more convenient shopping for all of us and more jobs for our neighbors. Keep it up, Councilman Cummins.” -- Roberto Rodriguez, Orale - Contemporary Mexican Cuisien & Catering, Westside Market
“Good neighbor. Great Councilman.”
"Brian has headed the Development Corporation…been Editor of the Local Newspaper…served on the 2nd District Police Community Relations Committee, to name a few. He’s worked with us, listened to us and learned from us. As ward councilman, Cummins puts our interests first. Let’s keep him doing just that. On September 8th vote to keep Councilman Cummins Ward Councilman."
-- Daryl Davis, W. 44th Street
Brian listens and then acts” “We had a serious problem with a vacant and abandoned house next to us. We worked with Brian, he identified the problem and helped find the solution. First he listens, and then he acts. Nothing will change when he's your Councilman. You'll like him as much as we do.” -- Janet Woyma, Marvin Avenue
Media Coverage
13 Cleveland City Council seats to be decided next week - 2 council members are running in redistricted wards, Friday, October 30, 2009. [AUDIO] WKSU's Kevin Niedermier reports, niedermier@wksu.org
Cleveland voters will decide 13 races next week for Cleveland's downsized City Council. Last year voters approved reducing council from 21 wards to 19. Contests in the two re-structured wards pit current council members against newcomers, including a pharmacist and a Communist. [Includes interview with Councilman Brian Cummins.]
The Sound of Ideas® Local Politics Roundup, [AUDIO] 90.3 WCPN, Host, Dan Moulthrop, October 14, 2009
Gloves are off in Cleveland's Ward 14 match between Brian Cummins and Rick Nagin By Henry J. Gomez, The Plain Dealer, October 14, 2009
Rick Nagin and Brian Cummins compete for political support in Cleveland's Ward 14 race By Henry J. Gomez, The Plain Dealer, October 07, 2009
Cleveland council candidate Rick Nagin eschews communist tag, By Henry J. Gomez, The Plain Dealer
September 28, 2009
Jeffrey Johnson, Zack Reed, Brian Cummins gain spots on Cleveland City Council ballot; Joe Santiago falls short, Posted by Henry Gomez and September 09, 2009
Cleveland city council race sees several upsets. Could mean changes in council leadership. [AUDIO], 89.7 WKSU (NPR), Karen Schaefer reports, Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Good night for Mayor Frank Jackson, Zack Reed and Brian Cummins, not so good for Joe Santiago, by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter, Wednesday September 09, 2009
Council chief has a lot at stake in election, by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter September 09, 2009
Primary vote means no Hispanic council member in Cleveland, [AUDIO], Tom Beres, wkyc.com, 9/9/2009
BREAKING : Staggering 83% of Cleveland Ward 14 Votes Santiago Out of a Job, by Anthony Fossaceca, ohiodailyblog.com, Tuesday, 09/08/2009
Cleveland's Ward 14 "Thunderdome" : Seven Men Enter, Two Men Leave, by Anthony Fossaceca, ohiodailyblog.com, Tuesday, 09/08/2009
Plain Press Ward 14 Candidate Questionnaires, *FEATURED INFORMATION, Detailed responses from candidates -- Primary Election Tuesday, September 8, 2009, six of seven candidates sent responses to the Questionnaire in time for the Online edition of the Plain Press, September 2009.
Packed Race for new Ward 14 City Council Seat,
By Arooj Ashraf, La Prensa Correspondent, Friday, August 28, 2009
The City Club of Cleveland, August 27, 2009, Cleveland City Council Debate, Ward 14, [Podcast] featuring Nelson Cintron, Jr., Councilman Brian Cummins, James D'Amico, Rick Nagin, Moises Torres.
Ward 14 hopefuls find the incumbent absent at debate, by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter,Friday, August 28, 2009
City Council candidates in Cleveland's Ward 14 call for new leadership in City Club debate, by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter, Thursday August 27, 2009
Cleveland City Councilman Joe Santiago to skip City Club debate with Ward 14 contenders , by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter, Monday August 17, 2009
Voters in Cleveland's Ward 14 should elect Brian Cummins to City Council-- editorial, by The editors, Plain Dealer, Saturday August 15, 2009
A Conversation with Councilman Cummins [VIDEO]
Written by Adam Harvey, Posted August 3, 2009 on www.www.blackheartcleveland.com, five-part, 45-minute video interview.
Stonewall Democrats endorse Brian Cummins, not Joe Santiago, in Cleveland City Council race
by Henry J. Gomez/Plain Dealer Reporter, Tuesday July 21, 2009
Cleveland: Council President's critics bear brunt of redistricting [VIDEO]
3/12/2009, Councilman Brian Cummins interview with Tom Beres (13:45 minutes), www.wkyc.com
Feagler & Friends, WVIZ/PBS. Newsmaker: Brian Cummins - Treadway Creek Trail & Greenway, [VIDEO] Friday, May 16, 2008
Brian on Blogs
Councilman Cummins' Campaign Blog
Citizens4Cummins Blog on realneo.us
George Nemeth · Councilman Cummins’ Restructuring Proposal - July 3rd, 2008; www.brewedfreshdaily.com/.../restructuring_council_bcummins_2008_july.pdf, Restructuring Cleveland City Council Opportunities and Impacts, Cleveland City Council Charter Review Proposal. July 3, 2008, PDF file of Charter Review Proposal
Contacting Councilman Brian Cummins
For new Ward 14 campaign issues and scheduling contact:
216-661-6821 or click to email
For current Ward 15 issues and scheduling contact:
216-459-8400 or click to email
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Voter Information
General Election - Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
Polls open 6:30 am - 7:30 pm
Map of the newly redistricted Ward 14:
Board of Elections New Ward 14 Map (PDF 448 KB)
November 3rd, 2009 Voting Schedule
- 09/29/2009 Absentee voting opens
- 10/05/2009 9:00 p.m. - Close of registration
- 10/31/2009 12:00 noon - Applications by mail for absentee ballot deadline
- 11/02/2009 4:30 p.m. - Absentee ballot voting in person at Board of Elections closes
- 11/02/2009 - All Vote by Mail ballots mailed anywhere in the U.S. must be postmarked on or before this date and received at the Board of Elections on or before September 18th in order to count
- 11/03/2009 - All Vote by Mail ballots returned in person must be received at the Board of Elections by 7:30 p.m. in order to count.
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