Decision Maker

Brandon Johnson

Former Wichita City Council - District 1

District 1, Kansas

Brandon Johnson is an elected official serving as the Council Member for District 1 on the Wichita City Council. Elected in 2017, Johnson has been a tireless advocate for economic development, youth employment, and community engagement in Wichita's northeast neighborhoods. He founded the nonprofit organization Community Operations Recovery Empowerment (CORE) in 2011, focusing on community engagement and leadership development1. Johnson has served on various advisory boards, including the Heartland Wichita Black Chamber of Commerce and the Kansas Advisory Board for Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. His dedication to public service and his proactive approach to addressing local issues make him a respected leader in the community