Minnesota and North Dakota Voter's Guide

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Owatonna City Council Member Ward 4

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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    Gordon Henricksen
    (NP)

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    Kevin Raney
    (NP)

Biographical Information

Why are you the best candidate for this position? (750 characters)

If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (500 characters)

How do you plan to engage with and represent all members of our diverse community?(500 characters)

What steps will you take to ensure transparency and accountability in city government? (500 characters)

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Contact Phone 4028700784
I can see the changes that can be made and will fight to make the changes, listen to the citizens of Owatonna and fight for the citizens
1) rent control - what most apartments charge here in Owatonna a lot of people cannot afford to rent or get denied because of the amount they make at work. 2) Funding - Look for other was to receive funding in Owatonna other than keep raising taxes such as grants or special funding. 3) accountability - the department heads need to be accountable for their actions and also help to receive funding in other ways.
i will listen to the citizens and complaints, I will be open and honest, explain what we could do to rectify the situation and help them fight for their issues
explain decisions fully and to do research on the subject, I will hold everyone accountable for their actions whether it is bad or good
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