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Hoyt Lakes City Mayor

The mayor is usually the head of the city and may represent the city in front of other government bodies. They also can preside at council meetings and appoint city workers. A mayor usually has a role in proposing a city budget which influences services provided to residents and can veto ordinances proposed by the city council.Voting in local elections is important - learn more here: Why Vote for Mayor

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    Stuart Beauregard
    (NP)

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    Brennan Scott
    (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)

If elected, what strategies will you use to ensure transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in city government under your leadership? (500 characters)

How will you engage with residents to solicit feedback, involve them in decision-making processes, and ensure their voices are heard? (500 characters)

How will you approach public safety and community policing to ensure the well-being of all residents? (500 characters)

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Contact Phone 2189662225
Facebook (Full URL) http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567112481407
Campaign Email stuartbeauregard@gmail.com
I have spent the last two years understanding the inner workings of municipal governments and developing good working relationships with the Hoyt Lakes city staff. I was raised in Hoyt Lakes. Met my wife Amy (Skala) of 13 years while attending Mesabi East. We have two young children and recently purchased a house in Hoyt Lakes. I have assisted or coached youth soccer and baseball teams. As an Information Technology Specialist, I have experience solving problems and explaining complex issues in simple terms. Before my time on the council, I began writing grants for the Snowmobile and ATV Club in Hoyt Lakes. I have secured over $232,000 in grants to improve trails, promote youth training, and purchase equipment.
City water quality is an issue that effects every resident and business. It is a massive project and should be carefully considered for the future of Hoyt Lakes. Raising costs and stretching budgets is becoming more important with inflation, fewer residents, and less businesses. While some taxes are out of the city’s control, the council should do what they can to reduce the burden on the residents. The Boase school must be removed for the safety of Hoyt Lakes residents.
I have learned a great deal during my time on the council. If elected as Mayor, I would like to work with the city administrator to improve the audio quality of our council meeting recordings. Additionally, I would like to see more community posts on official city social media pages. The Hoyt Lakes city council will be facing a number of important issues in the near future. Public forums would be a good way to hear from residents before the vote is brought to the council.
I welcome community members to bring issues to myself, the council, or to the city staff. I have made myself available to staff and community members through meetings, instant messaging, email, and phone calls. The more information I can collect on any given issue, the better decision I can make on the council. I have also encouraged residents to speak on any issue during the public comment period of a council meeting.
Hoyt Lakes is blessed to have a fantastic police force. If elected, I will continue to be a part of the public safety board and further develop relationships with the department staff. After recent staffing changes, it will be important to work with the department to maintain and expand the community policing culture that has been established. I hope to see continued police involvement in community events and additional programs brought to the school and residents.
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