“City government, when it’s working like ours, frees people from worries about the basics of city living so they can instead focus on pursuing opportunities that improve their lives and their family’s futures,” she said.
Mayor Gaylor Baird outlined accomplishments from her first two years in office, including expanded efforts on affordable housing and workforce development, new environmental initiatives, and success in leading the community towards recovery from the pandemic.
Approximately 73% of Lincoln residents 16 and older have been vaccinated, outpacing the rest of the state. The Mayor highlighted that the health department has undertaken significant efforts to reach out to Lincoln’s minority communities.
Mayor Gaylor Baird encouraged the community to come together as the pandemic continues.
“If you are feeling proud of our community, too, please take the time to spread the love,” she said. “Spread the love by doing something to take care of someone who needs support. Spread the love with a kind gesture, be it big or small. Of course, right now the most impactful gesture that shows you care for others is to get vaccinated.”
Watch Mayor Gaylor Baird’s full address here.
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