Minnesota and North Dakota Voter's Guide

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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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    Geri L. Dahmes
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    Toby S. Giese
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    Bradley A. Howard
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    Tina Redepenning
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    David Streich
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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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I feel I'm extremely qualified. Being a business manager, I've learned truly listening to what the community asks for, then looking at the bigger picture, is the best way to make good decisions. I think communication is an absolute key to success as well as being logical and transparent on all decisions. Taking this role has to come with "no personal agenda". I am here to bring common sense and logic, along with the desire to make our city very desirable to live in. Not to get "pet projects" done like we have seen in the past. Everybody in this community matters to me and I will show them that with action. The city council is a place to bring their ideas, and find the best possible idea to make it reality, when possible. I'm here for them.
1st, I think being transparent with everything is a huge deal. Lots of thing get moved through here without the public noticing. 2nd, Being available for the citizens to talk to. Just coming to meetings is not enough Commnication. People want to be listened to and their ideas completely understood. 3rd, Find solutions to our ever-rising utility bills and constant raising of taxes. There is alternatives and they need to be considered.
Everyone in this community matters. And every one of them deserves to be heard. I will gladly give my phone number and address to anyone who has any concern for the future of our community. Call or knock on my door and I will listen to you. As a City of Kandiyohi firefighter, I've gotten to know many families in our city. Many from different cultures. No matter what your ethnicity is, You will have my attention. I am here for ALL of us.
I think Transparency is a major deal. The people of our city deserve to know exactly what is happening, planned, and talked about. I believe all the city meeting minutes should be published and posted. Emailed or in the town newsletter. Absolutely nothing should be hidden. I understand as an elected official, people put their trust in you to represent them. Decisions can be made, but the public should know all of what was discussed to come to that decision.
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