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(Mayor Jane Campbell has donated one hour of her time to the winning bidder)

Mayor Jane L. Campbell's political career began at a young age: she ran for student council in elementary school. A tough race ended in a tie, with the victory being handed to her young male opponent. "They gave it to him because, I was told, boys needed to develop their leadership skills," the Mayor recalls. "I didn't think about it much then, but it resonates with me now."

That early brush with discrimination didn't stop Mayor Jane from pressing forward. In fact, she developed a strong desire to help women overcome their circumstances and excel at every level, which is evident in the work she has done on behalf of our communities.

After graduating from high school where she was involved in her church youth group and was an all-around athlete --"I participated in field hockey, volleyball, basketball, and swimming" -- Mayor Jane attended her parents' alma mater, the University of Michigan, where she graduated with honors.

A thirst for adventure, coupled with her desire to give back to her community, led Mayor Jane to apply to the VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America) program. After serving in Racine, Wisconsin, she returned to Cleveland, where her heart is.

Mayor Jane opened her heart and rolled up her sleeves to make a difference in the lives of those around her. She spearheaded and managed WomenSpace, the coalition of women's groups whose mantra was "social change for the betterment of women." There she helped create the first shelter for battered women in Ohio and worked to engage women in community decision-making.

Under her leadership, WomenSpace worked with state legislators to establish domestic violence as a crime. Additionally, Mayor Jane worked to pass the Equal Rights Amendment nationally.

As executive director of the Friends of Shaker Square, Mayor Jane concentrated on three particular areas of the Shaker Square neighborhoods: apartment renovation, commercial renovation, and security. It's no wonder that one of her top goals as Mayor is to build 1,500 housing units a year.

Mayor Jane began her career as an elected official in the Ohio House of Representatives. There she concentrated her legislative efforts on issues of particular interest to children, families, and senior citizens, as well as economic development. "I believe that we have a responsibility to the members of our community who are most vulnerable, especially children and seniors," the Mayor stated. "They need our protection."

She co-sponsored a movement to expose individuals who fail to pay child support. Additionally, Mayor Jane was the primary sponsor for all of the laws allowing the financing of Gateway and the Browns Stadium. She also created new tools for neighborhood investment.

In 1996, she was elected Cuyahoga County Commissioner after waging a tough campaign against the Republican incumbent. "He had more money, but I had more heart," the Mayor said with a smile.

It was her heart that led her to chair the Welfare Reform: Next Step Task Force for the National Association of Counties and the Human and Youth Committee while a county commissioner, thus continuing her focus on children and families.

Already in 2003, the City of Cleveland has initiated Core Cities, a $27 million bond-financing project to fund $9 million in housing development and $18 million in economic development, as well as a tax increment financing plan to expand the success of Euclid Avenue and East Fourth Street entertainment district. A $4 million grant from Oracle will enhance high school students' computer skills. Further, the City is building economically vibrant neighborhoods with strong services, including obtaining funding to change the pattern of community re-entry. This is only the beginning of great progress in the City of Cleveland.

A resident of this fine City, Mayor Jane is married to former City Planner Hunter Morrison, who is now redesigning Youngstown. They have two teenage daughters, Jessica and Katie.

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(Mayor Jane Campbell has donated one hour of her time to the winning bidder)

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