In separate interviews with radio station WINA, Democrats Blake Caravati, Kevin Lynch, and Kendra Hamilton expressed reservations about implementing Rob Schilling’s proposal to study a mixed ward/at-large system of City Council elections.

Kendra Hamilton: “…In the case of ward and precinct elections, I’m not convinced that that’s what’s best for the city…” Listen to the full story

 Kevin Lynch: “…I don’t think it has a whole lot of merit…It’s trying to solve a problem that doesn’t exist…” Listen to the full story

 Blake Caravati #1: “…I happen to have a little problem with ward systems depending on how they’re structured…If there are citizens out there that really think that we should go forward, then of course I’d be willing to take a look at it…” Listen to the full story

 Blake Caravati #2: Caravati says he hasn’t seen a public demand for any sort of ward system. “…For me, elected mayor first…” Listen to the full story