At-large challenger Devin B Byrnes: Rebuild underused commercial space, build bonds between fishing and offshore wind

Work/experience

Chef and owner-operator of Destination Soups in downtown New Bedford

Two-time mentor and judge for E for All business program

Started and ran Cocoa at the Common (free hot cocoa program at Clasky Common Park)

Worked with numerous other non-profit groups

Introduction

I am deeply committed to making New Bedford a better place for everyone. It’s time that we welcome new ideas, pragmatic outlooks and collaboration in city government to better serve the citizens of this city. Recent developments in the council have proved that the status quo is no longer working. We need elected officials to be responsive, reasonable, accessible and accountable to the folks that elect them. When I take office, I will be that leader. I have proved that I possess…