Tuscaloosa County NAACP Prez Enters District 6 Council Race

TUSCALOOSA, AL — Tuscaloosa County Branch NAACP President Lisa Young on Thursday formally announced her candidacy for the District 6 seat on the Tuscaloosa City Council.

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As Patch previously reported, qualifying closed on Tuesday, with Young set to appear on the ballot against challenger Eric Gaines and incumbent District 6 Councilor John Faile, who is running for a second term on the council.

Election day is set for Tuesday, March 4.

"As a mother of three and grandmother of seven, I am committed to ensuring that our city provides opportunities for our young people and aging population," she said. "We must address District 6’s eroding infrastructure, strengthen our educational system, and reduce crime and youth violence in a way that, while holding parents accountable, provides them with the resources they need. Families should be able to seek help without fear of judgment or punitive consequences."

Young is a lifelong resident of Tuscaloosa and cited her education at local institutions as giving her the foundation for her career of service.

A graduate of Tuscaloosa City Schools, Young also earned degrees from Shelton State Community College and The University of Alabama, going on to work at both UA and Athens State University.

Young is also a 2024 graduate of Leadership Tuscaloosa and UA's Leadership U.

"My vision for Tuscaloosa is one where the city thrives from within by retaining the talent produced by its colleges and universities and ensuring that city employees and residents alike are valued," she said. "I believe in working collaboratively with community stakeholders to build a safer, stronger, and more vibrant future for District 6 and the city as a whole. I want to lead District 6 toward a brighter future."

She is also involved in the following initiatives:

• President, The University of Alabama Professional Staff Assembly
• President, Central High School Booster’s Club
• Political Coordinator, Tuscaloosa Chapter of the Alabama Democratic Conference
• Member, Tuscaloosa County Democratic Executive Committee
• Member, The University of Alabama Black Faculty & Staff Association
• Member, Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
• Member, Junior League of Tuscaloosa
• Member, Benjamin Barnes Branch YMCA Advisory Committee
• Member, Shelton State Community College Business Office Management & Technology Advisory Committee.

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