Minnesota and North Dakota Voter's Guide

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Osseo City Council Member {_getChooseLabel(this.selections.length)}

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 CouncilA candidate forum for this race will be held on September 17, 2024, at 6:30 pm, at the Osseo City Hall and available for later viewing via CCX Media.

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    Mark J. Cook
    (NP)

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    Mike Danelius
    (NP)

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    Preston Kroska
    (NP)

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    Nick Torres
    (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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Campaign Website http://www.candidatenicktorres.com
Contact Phone (320) 270-6425
Campaign Email nick@candidatenicktorres.com
Nick Torres is the best candidate for Osseo City Council because of his skills, passion, and drive.

I believe in looking at the big picture. I believe in taking time, and asking the right questions, before making decisions, especially the ones that impact our friends and neighbors. I always try to be an active listener, thinking before speaking. I also believe that hard choices take thoughtful consideration before being made.

I believe in a sprit of civility and cooperation, especially when we may disagree. I am ready to work with our Mayor, council, and staff, along with the citizens and businesses of Osseo, into a bright future.

In the end, we all live in Osseo and we sink or swim together, I want to help be part of the solution.
First, insure that our budget is sound and taxes are maintained at reasonable levels, and finding opportunities for reductions where possible, through innovation and investment.

Next, assist in the responsible development of Osseo by seeking out new opportunities that provide for outside investment into our community.

My third priority is maintaining our high quality of life in Osseo. I see this happening through my strong support of public safety and support of our community's infrastructure.
I intend to make myself available to listen, keeping an open mind to all thoughts and opinions of our wonderfully diverse community. While some of those opinions may differ from my own, they are just as important and deserve the respect of being heard. My email and website are available. I can also meet in person.

The best thing about Osseo is the fact that we can all come from many different political stripes, cultures, and backgrounds, and still get along as a community in peace and civility.
I will do my part to ask the right questions that are needed during council meetings.

I will listen and bring forward the concerns of those who contact me. I will support the continued use of the Matter of the Floor council meeting agenda item, providing the public a chance to be heard.

I will support and require the use of documentation by presenters and the council to back up proposals and budgets, allowing the public insight into the operation of their government.
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