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.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.Watch a candidate forum for this race recorded on September 19, 2026.

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    Mark R. Azman
    (NP)

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    Riki Banerjee
    (NP)

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    Andrew Gaspard
    (NP)

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    Greg Peterson
    (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://markazmanforcitycouncil.com
Campaign Email mark.r.azman@gmail.com
With 40+ years in North Oaks, I know our culture and the important issues. On the NOHOA Brd (6 yrs, 4 as Pres.), we built the beach bathroom, the West Rec center, and commissioned a Roads and Asset Study. On the Planning Commission (4 yrs, incl as Chair), we handled many complex development projects, successfully engage the public, analyzed environmental impacts, contract obligations, and developed comprehensive recommendations to the City Council. We finalized the current Comprehensive Plan. On City Council, we created a Financial Mgmt Plan, negotiated a long-term water supply contract, built a new fire station (on time/under budget), stood up a public works dept, and began an infrastructure study, and built a better relationship w/ NOHOA.
1. Finalize a long-term solution for the location of City Hall (shared with NOHOA). 2.We are running out of space for replacement of aging and noncompliant septic systems and face water management issues. I intend to finalize our study to address conservative long-term solutions for these issues, incl. local control 3. Safety and security is also a primary concern. I will continue to engage our police and fire partners, for effective and meaningful community policing, trespassing and speeding.
The City won an Age Friendly Grant, to promote resident engagement, identify improvements and programs to be more age friendly and inclusive. I will engage residents by listening openly, communicating transparently, and being present in our neighborhoods. I will seek input from long‑time and new residents alike, work collaboratively with community groups, and ensure decisions reflect varied perspectives. My goal is to build trust, encourage participation, and represent fairly and w/ respect.
I will ensure transparency by sharing clear, timely information and making city decisions easy to understand. I’ll support accessible public meetings, open communication, and regular updates on projects and finances. For accountability, I’ll rely on data‑driven decisions, follow established policies, and welcome resident feedback to strengthen trust and improve how we serve the community.
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