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Forest Lake 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 MayorWatch a candidate forum for this race recorded on September 26, 2026.

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    Bruce R. Anderson
    (NP)

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    Blake M Roberts
    (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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I was on the Forest Lake Planning Commission for a year until I couldn’t stand it any longer. I think property owners should do whatever they want if 3 criteria are met: 1) can’t hurt the environment, 2) can’t harm your neighbors, 3) can’t do something unsightly or immoral. Lived in Forest Lake for 22 years and seen the same revolving cycle of wasting taxpayers' money. I majored in Economics at the University of Minnesota. NO EGO, NO POWER TRIP, COMMON SENSE. You could say like Sheriff Andy Taylor of The Andy Griffith Show. (If you are under 50 look it up on YouTube). 4) I support church life in Forest Lake. 5) I would have brought Chik-Fil-A or Raising Cane's to FL instead of cannabis. My slogan: I CHOOSE CHICKEN!
1) Abolish the Planning Commission, replace it with a streamlined process where decisions are made quickly-fairly. 2) Stop wasting money and start earning money. The money the city spent hiring a new city administrator was ridiculous. We’re not New York. Hire a sharp kid right out of college. Let’s make a city that MAKES MONEY to LOWER OUR TAXES. Municipal Liquor stores, start the first city owned Insurance company to provide reasonable Auto and Home insurance to Forest Lake residents.
Ethical conduct is a direct result of leadership. I want a drug free, wholesome, family-oriented community. I would lead by example. Ethical claims would be documented, investigated, and fairly decided by outside neutral parties. No "inside" jobs. The city belongs to its residents; they can question anytime they want. I also want ethical treatment of animals! Forest Lake will do more to support Northwoods Humane Society.
I'm the perfect person for this question. The "Whoop di doos" and "La di dahs" have always had friends in the city government. I'm an "average", laid back guy who will include ALL in having a friend. I'll invite anyone to talk. All city books will be open for public inspection. I'm for having a "city input" website where issues are discussed and have public opinion votes on issues. No more egos in my city government.
Have a “Must Comply” law. When you are pulled over you must put your hands on the steering wheel, answer questions appropriately without abusive language or face very stiff fines. Put up signs as you enter Forest Lake, “Forest Lake, A Must Comply City”. 2) I’d up the enforcement and penalties for selling drugs in our city. 3) I’d have laws enforced against foul language/print where children are present. The students protesting with neon F word signs this year should have been arrested.
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