Melodie Graves
Democratic Candidate for Potter County Commissioner, Precinct 4
Graves/Photo by Campaign
Question: What is your age?
Answer: 41
Q: What is your educational background? Please list any degrees or certificates earned and any institutions attended.
A: MA- Communication WTAMU, BS- Speech Communication WTAMU
Q: What is your occupation?
A: Associate Director of Academic Advising
Q: If you are a business owner, please list the business or businesses that you own. (If this question is not applicable, please note that below.)
A: n/a
Q: Please list any civic boards or commissions (non-profit, government, union, political, etc.) on which you have served as a board member or equivalent.
A: Amarillo United Citizens Forum, North Heights Advisory Association, Leaders Readers Network, Opportunity School, Friends of the Public Library, NAACP-Amarillo Branch
Q: Have you previously held or do you currently hold any elected office? If so, what office(s)?
A: No
Q: If your campaign has any online campaign resources where voters can learn more about you, such as social media accounts or a website, please list them below.
A: Website: www.melodiegraves.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelodieGraves40
Q: Why did you decide to run for this office in 2022?
A: I decided to run for office because after serving as an advocate for my community I know the importance of
Q: If elected, what will be your top three priorities in office?
A: Equitable Access to resources and social services.
Provide knowledge of and access to resources to the residents so they can utilize them to gain the maximum benefits.
Creating programs that enhance the quality of life for residents
Develop programs that will help residents get a GED or High School Diploma, Enroll and graduate with a college credential, and obtain a job making a living wage
Registering and educating residents about voting
Residents must know and understand the voting process
Q: What is an issue you believe has gone overlooked in your race and how will you address it if elected?
A: My precinct as a whole has been forgotten, neglected, and left voiceless. They deserve a voice in what happens in their areas and for their futures. We have got to take value in Precinct 4 and restore community value to the areas.
Q: Why are you the best candidate for voters to support for this position?
A: I have a heart for the people, and I want to be their voice as we push for the change we deserve. I'm a leader, a fighter, and an advocate for the voiceless.