Jaime Kinder

Mayor of Meadville | Candidate for Re-election | Advocate for a City That Works for Everyone

Jaime Kinder has served as Mayor of Meadville since 2021 and made history as the city’s first Black and first woman mayor. Under her leadership, Meadville has made real progress, especially for residents who rely on essential services, affordable housing, and fair city government.

Since taking office, Kinder has focused on getting things done for the people who live here. The city launched its first-ever public ambulance service, helping improve emergency response times and keeping people safer when every second matters. The city also added more police officers, expanded coverage to Vernon Township and Meadville Medical Center, and restored pensions for the department, supporting both public safety and city workers.

On housing, Kinder and Council established a rental safety inspection program after decades of inaction. They passed protections to prevent unfair treatment of tenants and adopted a plan to expand affordable housing across the city. These changes have already helped raise the standard of living for thousands of renters and made it possible for more people to call Meadville home.

Council also invested in community spaces like Huidekoper Park, passed a nondiscrimination resolution, and adopted a Climate Action Plan that lays the foundation for a healthier city. These are steps that help everyone, no matter where they live or how much they earn.

Importantly, all of these accomplishments came without raising taxes. Under Kinder’s leadership, the city erased annual deficits of over $1 million and passed two balanced budgets, proving that responsible leadership and progress can go hand in hand.

Mayor Kinder believes that everyone in Meadville deserves to feel safe, respected, and like they belong. She listens, brings people together, and takes action. Whether someone is a homeowner, a renter, a business owner, a retiree, or just getting started in life, Kinder wants them to know they matter — and that strengthening Meadville means making sure every resident has the tools and support to thrive.

When it is time to vote for the Meadville mayor in 2025, remember to cast your vote for Jaimie Kinder.

Mary Moody

Mary M

Candidate for Meadville City Council | Advocate for Families | Community Leader and Mentor

Mary Moody was born and raised in Meadville, growing up in the neighborhood known as the “Bottoms”, an area shaped by both hardship and resilience. Her early experiences opened her eyes to how many families face housing insecurity, job instability, and limited access to basic resources. She is now running for City Council to help make sure everyone in Meadville — no matter where they come from — has a real chance to succeed.

Moody brings more than 17 years of experience serving women and families facing trauma, poverty, substance use, teen pregnancy, and mental health struggles. She is a trained trauma practitioner and certified recovery coach, and the founder of I See U S.I.S. (Suffering in Silence), a mentorship ministry that empowers women to take back control of their lives and build stronger futures.

She holds a degree in counseling, psychology, and theological studies from Liberty University and has been a longtime missionary and evangelist at Beacon Liberty St. Temple. Through her work, she’s helped hundreds of women and families find housing, heal from trauma, and navigate life with dignity and support.

Moody is the youngest of nine children, a mother of seven, and a grandmother of eight. She knows firsthand that it takes a village, and that Meadville can be that village when city government works for everyone.

As a candidate, Moody is focused on revitalizing Meadville by investing in local businesses, expanding housing opportunities, and supporting the arts, education, and employment for youth and adults alike. She believes that our city’s greatest strength is its people, and that with the right leadership, Meadville can be a place where everyone thrives.

Her goal on City Council is to make sure that residents from every neighborhood feel seen, heard, and supported, and that city government leads with compassion, action, and consistency. She is proud to be a Meadville City Council candidate.

Andrew

Andrew Herbstritt

Candidate for Meadville City Council | Educator | Supporter of Smart Investment and Strong Services

Andrew Herbstritt has spent the past 17 years working closely with families across Meadville as a teacher, coach, and volunteer at Meadville Area Middle and Senior High Schools. His commitment to this community runs deep, and now he’s stepping up to serve on City Council so he can help make Meadville a stronger, safer, and more welcoming place for everyone.

Herbstritt believes that progress comes from working together. He supports partnerships that strengthen city services without wasting taxpayer dollars. He points to the shared police coverage agreement with Vernon Township and the creation of a public ambulance service as smart investments that keep people safe and make good use of public resources.

He also supports infrastructure improvements and believes the city should continue investing in roads, parks, public spaces, and buildings, but only when those investments serve a clear public need and do not add unnecessary debt. Herbstritt believes strongly in keeping the city budget balanced, because financial stability is the foundation for continued growth.

A proud Meadville resident, Herbstritt and his wife Shea are raising their son here. He understands the concerns of families working to make ends meet, seniors trying to stay in their homes, and small businesses trying to survive. On City Council, he will advocate for thoughtful decisions that reflect the everyday reality of the people who live here.

Herbstritt sees City Council not as a political stage, but as a place to solve problems with honesty, fairness, and humility. His focus is on creating more opportunity for all residents and building a stronger Meadville through teamwork and smart, steady leadership. He is proud to be a Meadville City Council candidate.

Making Meadville a Better Place for Everyone

Get to Know Our Meadville Democratic Candidates

Each candidate has walked a different path in this city, but they share one clear goal:

To strengthen Meadville by making it a place where every resident can live safely, affordably, and with dignity.

This Meadville city council team believes in practical progress, not politics. They have the trust of working families, longtime residents, young people, and small business owners alike because they listen, show up, and get the job done. Whether it’s fixing housing, keeping emergency services local, or making sure your tax dollars are spent wisely, Jaime, Andrew, and Mary are committed to decisions that make life better for everyone who calls Meadville home.