Minnesota and North Dakota Voter's Guide

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St. Francis City Mayor

The role of city mayor can vary from city to city. However, the mayor is usually the head of the city and may represent the city in front of other government bodies. A mayor also usually has a role in proposing a city budget that is approved by the city council. The budget influences the services the city provides to its residents. Mayors sometimes are voting members of city council, and in some cities the mayor is in charge of city council meetings.

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    Marc J Segelstrom
    (NP)

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    Mark Vogel
    (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 651-261-3932
I have lived in St. Francis for 25 years with my wife and family. As a long-term resident of St. Francis, I pride myself in staying informed about what is going on in our community. I have had the privilege of serving four years on the St. Francis ISD 15 School Board. I am active and engaged in my community and interact with a wide variety of people. I believe that people should have a voice in what happens in their community and everyone should be treated with respect.
1) Keep city taxes reasonable. The city of St. Francis is increasing its debt which has consequences. 2) Hwy 47 is a main artery in St. Francis and has safety and traffic control issues. Explore connecting Bridge St. to Hwy 47 to increase accessibility to downtown businesses. 3) The city should provide the framework for organized growth. I don't support tools such as tax abatements and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). The approval process should be simplified to assist businesses and developers.
City government documents must be made easily available to the public. City government must be held accountable for their actions and abide by ethical conduct. Unethical conduct must be addressed immediately and decisively.
I will remain active in the community. I pride myself in providing timely and respectful responses to communications. There is a big difference between hearing and listening. I value and welcome the opinions of others and intend to listen to and consider their point of view in the decision-making process.
I believe public safety is one of the main functions of government. Part of my career was spent in public safety including a stint as a volunteer deputy. Appropriate funding and support are vital to the operation and continued training and education of our police and fire departments. The men and women who support us in these roles are to be commended and need our support.
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