Mayor

Name: Patricia Bell

Age: 61

Residence:  Birmingham

Political experience: Candidate for Birmingham mayor, 1995, 1999, 2011, 2013 and 2017; Alabama campaign staff, Rev. Jesse Jackson Campaign for President, 1984.

Professional experience: I Independent Marketing and Advertising Consultant; Social Security Administration, Birmingham Office, 1989-1993; AmSouth Bank, 1986-1989; Telephone Sales Representative, L.M. Berry Company; Radio Sales, Willis Broadcasting Company; WJLD 1400.

Education: Lincoln University; South Bay College of Business; Toro College, Early Childhood Education Studies; Grand Canyon University; Calumet High School.

Top contributors: None reported

Main issues: Bell said that, if elected, she would “take Birmingham to a new level.” She said she plans to reduce crime, improve education and generate new business and job development for Birmingham citizens, with proper management and equality for all.

Campaign: facebook.com/patriciabell2017

Updated with new information from the candidate, Aug. 14, 2017