Mayor Steven L. Reed - Democratic Mayors

Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed delivered his State of the City Address, reflecting on the past year’s accomplishments and his vision for the year ahead. Mayor Reed’s priorities for the year ahead are crime, the economy, and job creation.

During his speech, Mayor Reed discussed Montgomery’s record-breaking year for economic development, including $1.7 billion in capital investment and the creation of 2,000 new jobs. He also discussed plans for a new arena and convention center, renovating community centers across the city, and revitalizing residential and commercial corridors.

“I want what you want; and we want Montgomery to be the kind of place where we not only raise our children— but those children return because Montgomery offers opportunities – opportunities for fulfilling careers, excellent education and immersive cultural experiences,” said Mayor Reed.

Mayor Reed shared the Montgomery Police Department’s successes in reducing crime, which is marked by a downward trend in overall crime and the homicide rate. Additionally, last year Mayor Reed approved a 15% pay increase for police and is committed to working on recruitment efforts while prioritizing training and other strategies to prevent misconduct.

Watch Mayor Reed’s full address here.

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