Where Danny Stands.
A closer look at Danny's positions on the issues facing Roanoke.
HOUSING
We need more homes and more options.
Housing affordability and homelessness are growing challenges in Roanoke. Drawing on their experience working with unhoused residents and developing public health policy, Danny supports expanding housing opportunities, preventing displacement, and planning for the city's long-term needs.
Make affordable housing a priority
Work with Delegate Sam Rasoul on state legislation that would require a portion of new housing units to be reserved for lower-income residents.
Prevent evictions where possible
Support local homelessness prevention organizations that help residents facing eviction remain in their homes.
Plan for an accessible, climate-resilient city
Prioritize reliable public transportation and less car-dependent development while considering the effects of flooding, extreme heat, and other climate-related risks on lower-income neighborhoods.
Protect housing options
Preserve opportunities for additional residential development while addressing concerns about code enforcement, housing conditions, and landlord accountability.
EDUCATION
We need stable funding for stronger schools.
Public education plays a major role in the opportunities available to Roanoke's children and families. Danny supports predictable school funding, greater educator participation in budget decisions, and the preservation of vital wraparound services such as activity buses, teacher aides, and mental health support.
Restore the 40% funding formula
Return to the standard school-funding formula so Roanoke City Public Schools can plan ahead with more predictable resources rather than revisiting the same budget disputes each year.
Give educators a seat at the table
Support collective bargaining and educator involvement in budget discussions so decisions reflect classroom experience and student needs.
Protect essential student services
Maintain funding for activity buses, school meal programs, teacher aides, and mental health services that help students access the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
TRANSPARENCY
City Hall news should reach you.
City Council decisions shape Roanoke's neighborhoods, services, and future development. Although the city provides opportunities for public participation, many working residents cannot attend meetings or consistently follow council proceedings. Danny's approach focuses on making government communication more accessible and providing additional ways for residents to participate.
Information should be easy to access
Expand communication methods so residents can learn about upcoming proposals, council discussions, and decisions affecting their neighborhoods.
Listen to how neighbors want to communicate
Continue asking residents how they prefer to receive local government information instead of assuming one communication method works for everyone.
Create more two-way communication
Explore existing text-messaging platforms that could help residents receive updates and share their opinions about issues before City Council.
LOCAL ISSUES
Beyond the big three.
Danny has also taken positions on several specific questions involving privacy, environmental protection, and development in and around Roanoke.
Say no to Flock cameras
PRIVACY / PUBLIC SAFETY
Danny strongly opposes Flock surveillance cameras in Roanoke. They do not believe mass surveillance makes the community safer and have raised concerns about the company's data security. While respecting residents who support surveillance technology, Danny believes any proposed use should involve meaningful community input and examination of alternatives.
Protect our natural resources
DATA CENTERS / ENVIRONMENT
Danny opposes data center developments in Roanoke and surrounding communities when they threaten natural resources. They have specifically raised concerns about proposed development in Botetourt and Roanoke counties that could affect regional drinking-water supplies.
Develop with community input
ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT / GAINSBORO
Danny is open to considering a casino if the community supports it and the proposal provides jobs with good benefits. However, they believe Roanoke should explore multiple development options before making a decision. Any casino proposal should undergo competitive bidding and meaningful public review, particularly involving Gainsboro residents whose community has been affected by past urban renewal projects. Danny has also expressed a preference for alternatives such as mixed-use development or an athletic center, alongside tourism opportunities that build on Roanoke's music scene and outdoor recreation.
ELECTION INFO
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10/23
Registration & Mail Ballot Deadlines
Registration deadline: 11:59 PM
Mail ballot request deadline: 5 PM
10/31
Last Day of Early Voting
Early voting is available at the Roanoke City Office of Voter Registration and Elections, 317 Kimball Avenue NE.
11/03
Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls open 6 AM – 7 PM
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