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Northfield City Council Member Ward 3

As local legislators who sometimes have executive power, council members can propose ordinances, set administrative policy, and authorize the budget proposed by the mayor. They oversee all city activities, including city services, programs, licensing, and public safety. Mayoral appointments to city government typically require council approval.Voting in local elections is important - learn more here: Why Vote for City Council

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    Peter Dahlen
    (NP)

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What are the boundaries or constraints regarding the matters that can be addressed by this particular level of government?

How will you ensure that voices from all constituents will be heard/accessible?

How would you effectively communicate the purpose of property taxes, prioritize their use, and address community concerns about rising property taxes?

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Campaign Website http://electpeterdahlen.org
Campaign Email pdahlen@laborarb.com
There are two boundaries / constraints. First is state law. Second is our city charter.
I will hold periodic Town Meetings, encourage Ward 3 residents to email me, and walk the neighborhoods as often as I can.
This is a matter of planning. Some are primary, such as Streets, Water, Public Safety. Those have to be funded and kept up-to-date. And there are others which go to the qualify of life. Thoughtful office-holders will involve the community in where property taxes should be increased to meet those goals. The default should not always be an "increase." And modest increases are better. Reallocation or public-private partnerships are also possible.
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