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.

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    Andrew Duke
    (NP)

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    Paula K. Kampa
    (NP)

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    Kenneth Nodo
    (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 Email andyduke93@gmail.com
I have lived in Rice for over 6 years after being born and raised in St. Cloud. Leaving the “Big City” and becoming part of this small community has shown me how special a place can be when you truly feel connected to the people and the community around you.

I have been considering running for City Council for over a year now. I am not a politician, nor do I have any platform or ulterior motive in doing this. I just have the desire to serve and hopefully make a positive impact.

I have over 20 years of experience in leadership, management, and business. First in manufacturing and now in technology. I believe in putting in the work to learn, grow, and adapt, to get things done correctly and efficiently.
Growing as a new Council. I believe in any new job the best way to start is to immerse yourself in as many aspects as possible. To learn, understand how things affect each other, and to grow to be the best I can. Community growth. Preparing, planning and addressing the things that come with growth in the correct way to preserve our small town feel and values. Water. The city has been working on a solution for years. I will do whatever I can to continue this in the best and fastest way possible.
By watching, listening, learning, researching and communicating. Continuing to be a part of my neighborhood and my community. Working with, and considering all members of the Council, the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Parks Board, the City Engineer, the public works, Police, Fire, businesses, churches, schools, and most importantly, all the people that live here. Any discussion, planning, or decisions need to be in the best interest of all members of the community.
The easiest thing we can do these days is utilize all the amazing tools, information, technology and communication methods that are available to be transparent, open and get more community involvement.
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