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Faribault 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. Learn more here: https://www.lwv.org/blog/voting-local-matters-why-vote-city-councilUse the MN Secretary of State’s Candidate Filing page (https://candidates.sos.mn.gov/) to find specific candidate contact information.

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    Jack A. Cluck
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    Thelma A. Estrada
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    Kameron Gustafson
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    Natalie Halverson
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    Katie Howard
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    Brett Pollard
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    Jacob Reed
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    John Rowan
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    Lexi Temple
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    Paul Wunderlich
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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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elect Elect 3
telephone 5074123751
I've spent my entire life in Faribault. I've seen our community grow, evolve, and overcome challenges. That perspective helps me understand that people have different priorities depending on where they are in life. I'm not interested in politics. I'm committed to serving the community that has always been home for myself and my family. I care deeply about preserving what makes Faribault special while preparing for the future.
1. Transparency - Residents deserve to know how decisions are made, how tax dollars are spent, and how they have a voice in shaping the future of Faribault. 2. Resources & Trust - Invest in resources for all resident types. 3. Economic growth - Support local businesses, attract investment, create opportunities while preserving character & quality of life. Make smart investments today to prevent bigger problems and higher costs for future generations.
I plan to actively seek input from residents with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. I want to meet residents where they are—at community events, neighborhood gatherings, local businesses, schools, and civic organizations. I don't believe every resident will agree on every issue, but everyone deserves to feel heard and respected before decisions are made.
My goal is to help build trust by ensuring residents know what's happening, why decisions are being made, and how they can participate in the process. Residents shouldn't have to attend every meeting to understand what's happening in their city. Transparency and accountability are about more than making information available—they're about making government understandable, accessible, and responsive to residents.
elect Elect 3
telephone 5078380961
I am deeply rooted in Faribault, where I have lived and served for 27 years. With nearly 30 years of experience in public health, healthcare, nonprofit leadership, and community health improvement, I have built trusted partnerships, managed complex budgets, and led successful strategic initiatives. My work has addressed critical issues including housing, education, food insecurity, mental health, healthcare access, substance use prevention, transportation, safety, and overall quality of life. I excel at understanding how these interconnected challenges affect residents and creating collaborative, effective solutions. I will bring this expertise, collaborative approach, and community health perspective to Faribault City Council.
1. Community Partnerships & Quality of Life: I will champion parks & recreation, youth & schools, downtown vitality, and health access

2. Smart Growth & Responsible Investment: I will promote responsible growth that builds a strong tax base, creates good-paying jobs, ensures accountability, and protects our natural resources

3. Stability, Affordability & Community Trust: I will focus on affordability, fair budgeting, and transparent leadership to keep Faribault livable and welcoming for all
As a City Council member, I will actively engage Faribault’s diverse communities by ensuring all voices are heard and respected. Drawing on my experience as a health educator and community engagement leader, I have built trusted relationships with cultural groups, nonprofits, and businesses not only in Faribault, but across the region. I will leverage these partnerships, prioritize inclusive outreach, and facilitate solutions that respect different perspectives.
I will champion transparency and accountability by leveraging my experience in local government and nonprofit program management. I will work to better understand current systems, measures of success, and opportunities for improvement. I support creating accessible channels for resident input and ensuring prompt, professional and courteous follow-through. I will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through clear expectations, performance evaluation, and tracking return on investment.
elect Elect 3
telephone 2534680751
I bring proven leadership experience and a strong record of delivering results in public service. As a senior leader with Hennepin County, I’ve led complex, often politically sensitive work by bringing people together, finding common ground, and following through. I approach decisions thoughtfully, with a focus on long-term impact and responsible use of taxpayer dollars. Just as important, my family chose Faribault as the place to call home, and I'm invested in this community. I will lead with integrity, listen to community members, and work hard to ensure city government is effective, responsive, and focused on what matters most.
My top priorities are responsible growth, strong infrastructure, and fiscal responsibility. Faribault must grow in a way that respects its history and character while also planning for the future. We need to invest in aging infrastructure and core services that impact daily life. Just as important, we must use taxpayer dollars wisely, focusing on long-term financial and operational stability - ensuring we meet essential needs before expanding into “nice-to-have” projects.
I believe it starts with showing up and listening. I want to hear from people early, not just after decisions are made. That means asking questions, being present in the community, and taking the time to understand different perspectives. Good representation is about making sure decisions reflect real needs, and I’ll work to ensure community members feel genuinely informed, heard, and part of the process.
Transparency means being clear and honest, especially when decisions are tough. I’ll make sure community members understand not just what decisions are made, but why. This includes communicating early and explaining trade-offs. Accountability means following through, using taxpayer dollars responsibly, and sharing updates so people can see how decisions are working out in reality.
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I don’t have experience in politics, but I do have experience in living out my core beliefs that basic human rights are a necessity and must be protected. Through my work in healthcare I have witnessed seniors unable to afford treatment, parents struggling to take off work or find childcare to get their kids to the doctor, and inaccessibility for those requiring interpretation or accommodation. As a council member, every decision I make will be through the lens of inclusion, accessibility, health and safety for all members of the Faribault community.
My top concerns are preventing Data Centers from being built in our community, making housing affordable for all, and meeting the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. Despite a large public resistance to Data Centers, the plans continue to move forward. The voices of our community must be heard and represented. Cost of living continues to rise, and housing instability is a threat to both personal safety and public economy. Every community member matters, and deserves our government's service.
I plan to platform diverse voices and learn from experiences that are different from my own. One of my favorite things about Faribault is it's diversity in people, foods, and cultures. I personally seek out diverse books, media, and content creators in order to better learn and increase my cultural humility. As a white person I cannot truly represent all of the community, but I plan to use my platform to allow the opportunity for all voices to be heard.
I will directly answer questions to the best of my ability. Stepping into politics will be a learning experience for me, and my own growth will be better fostered through genuine conversation. It is in my own best interest to operate with transparency and accountability, as this will improve my ability to understand the needs of the community. I hope that my disposition will inspire the same level of candor in others to create an open, honest environment in city government.
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The League of Women Voters of Minnesota and North Dakota crafted the questions sent to the candidates in the Spring of 2024. They reached out to candidates based on contact information in their public candidate filings. Candidates with email addresses were invited and reminded with emails. Candidates with only mailing addresses were sent a letter. Candidates with phone numbers received a phone call as well.

Candidate responses are published as they responded and have not been edited, except when responses were longer than the given character limit. In those cases, the responses are truncated.

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