By Tony Martin on
2/24/2010 8:45 PM
Believe it or not, spring is on its way and the street campaign, or canvass, is just around the corner. Within the next four to six weeks I will begin walking the city, going door to door in every ward and every neighborhood...
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By Tony Martin on
2/4/2010 11:02 PM
This video features my plea to the Mayor and Common Council to respect the wishes of Beckley's voters
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By Tony Martin on
2/1/2010 12:48 AM
Open Letter to the Honorable Mayor Emmett S. Pugh, III and Members of Beckley Common Council Objecting to Proposed Ordinance Amending City of Beckley Charter Section 10 to Eliminate Primary Elections.
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By Tony Martin on
1/30/2010 2:36 PM
Despite strong public opposition, all but two members of Beckley Common Council voted to move another step closer to eliminating the city’s primary elections during Tuesday night’s public hearing. What is even more confusing about council’s vote to move the proposed plan forward is that it appears all sides are in agreement about the fact that a better alternative would be to align city elections with the state’s off-year election cycle.
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By Tony Martin on
1/24/2010 6:50 PM
The decision to change the city's election procedure would appear to be an important opportunity for meaningful citizen participation. Yet on an issue that is as public as it gets, our city leaders have made little or no effort, beyond what is required by law, to inform the public on their decision, let alone make an effort to involve us in the decision making process.
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By Tony Martin on
1/21/2010 7:06 PM
This is your opportunity to be the change that Beckley needs. Please attend the public hearing on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 7:30pm at City Hall. Get informed, get involved and help us spread the word by sharing this information, and encouraging your friends and family to get involved as well.
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By Tony Martin on
1/13/2010 12:09 PM
The Mayor and Beckley Common Council are proposing to change Beckley's election cycle in an effort to save money and increase voter turnout.
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By Tony Martin on
12/31/2009 10:59 AM
I believe the key to restoring life to downtown Beckley is dependent on us...
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By Tony Martin on
12/23/2009 11:17 PM
To the ones who see things differently...
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By Tony Martin on
12/19/2009 5:09 PM
I believe I have the opportunity, and can provide the opportunity to look at things differently. I want to see Beckley take its rightful place as a model city and one of the most livable and vibrant cities in West Virginia.
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By Tony Martin on
12/7/2009 10:24 PM
Ben Bolen decided he would celebrate his birthday this year by giving Christmas to others. It was for this reason the TONY|2011 Campaign selected Ben Bolen to be the first recipient of the TONY|2011 Star Citizen Award.
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By Tony Martin on
12/6/2009 1:53 PM
It was snowing and it was cold, but the parade was still on. Watch as Tony|TV follows me through the parade route during Beckley's Annual Christmas Parade.
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By Tony Martin on
12/5/2009 4:42 PM
Team members worked late into the night preparing for Beckley's Christmas Parade.
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By Tony Martin on
12/2/2009 6:24 PM
Today I had lunch with the parents of a remarkable young man. His name is Ben, he will turning 11 years old on Monday, December 7th. Beyond being one of my biggest campaign supporters, young Ben has decided he wants to give his birthday to children less fortunate for Christmas.
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By Tony Martin on
10/31/2009 11:53 AM
Turning talent into jobs was the subject of discussion during a lunch meeting I had on Wednesday with Sally Barton, Executive Director of the Tamarack Foundation.
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By Tony Martin on
10/17/2009 4:37 PM
A diverse community of West Virginians come together to create a West Virginia that thrives on innovation, artistic vision, connectivity, diversity, entrepreneurship, technology and growth.
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By Tony Martin on
10/12/2009 9:15 PM
Beckley, West Virginia – October 12, 2009 - Tony Martin, candidate for Beckley mayor, has expressed his support for citizens’ efforts to establish an off-leash dog park in Beckley West Virginia.
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By Tony Martin on
10/9/2009 8:36 AM
Since the kickoff I've received a lot of positive feedback on NewBeckley.com. Along with all of the words of encouragement and vows of support, I've also received feedback asking for more on my plan, my story and what qualifies me to be mayor.
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By Tony Martin on
9/30/2009 5:00 PM
A group of area residents have formed a committee to explore the idea of developing a dog park in Beckley.
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By Tony Martin on
9/28/2009 11:15 AM
Beckley, West Virginia – September 28, 2009-During a press conference and campaign kickoff event being held at Country Inns and Suites, Mountaineer Conference Center, Beckley businessman Tony Martin will formally announce his candidacy for Mayor of Beckley on Friday, October 2, 2009.
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