ELECT
ROBERT DAY
For Bowie City Council District 4
WHO IS ROBERT DAY?
My name is Robert W. Day Sr., and I am honored to serve as a public official for District 4 in Bowie. My wife and I moved to Bowie in April 2022, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have discovered such a wonderful community to raise our three sons and two mischievous dogs.
I was born in Washington, D.C., and spent my formative years in Silver Spring, MD. I attended Montgomery Blair High School and had the privilege of being part of the prestigious Howard University on a football scholarship. During my time at Howard, I also had the honor of being a member of the 1984 MEAC Champions Baseball team.
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PRIOR EXPERIENCE
As a public servant, and through my various roles on boards and committees, including my 10-year tenure as a council member in College Park, I have cultivated robust working relationships with government officials at all levels in our state and region. These connections are essential for driving positive change in Bowie, and I am committed to utilizing them effectively.
Here are some of the positions I currently hold or have held in the past:
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Chair of the Bowie Race Track Task Force
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Member of the Bowie Advisory Planning Board
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Chair of the College Park Academy Board
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Member of the Maryland Cybersecurity Council
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In addition to these roles, I have actively participated in numerous other organizations and initiatives aimed at improving our community. I served as the former Chair of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Metropolitan Washington Air Quality Committee (MWAQC), and I have been involved with the National League of Cities University Communities Council. Furthermore, I have contributed to Town-Gown Relations as a certified ITGA member.
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I have spent over 30 years in the information technology field. i have been a federal employee and a private contractor who continues to work alongside Federal, State, and Local government leaders. I have been a dedicated advocate, tirelessly representing the interests of residents and neighborhoods in order to improve the quality of life in our community and surrounding areas. Now, I am excited to continue this vital work here in Bowie District 4.
OUR VISION
A Better Bowie for All
My deep commitment lies in ensuring the integrity and progression of District 4. My goal is to bring all stakeholders together, building upon our collective voice to address the needs and desires of our community. I am not afraid to ask tough questions and to advocate for the best interests of the residents I represent.
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As we shape the future of Bowie, I will continue to be a strong advocate for a higher standard of quality-of-life solutions. This includes fostering community involvement in public safety and maintaining clear and open lines of communication with local law enforcement agencies.
Being an effective legislator requires active listening, translating constituents' concerns into actionable proposals, and building consensus among council members to implement these ideas. Your input is invaluable to me, and I cannot fulfill my duties without your involvement and openness. Together, we can work towards making Bowie an exceptional place to live, work, and thrive.