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Walnut Grove 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 Mayor

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    Alan Anderson
    (NP)

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    Ronald Stubbe
    (NP)

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    Brandon Willard
    (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’m running because I believe Walnut Grove needs new energy, fresh ideas, and someone willing to put in the work. I’m not interested in maintaining the status quo just because “that’s how we’ve always done it.” I bring experience in business, construction, industry, and project management, along with the perspective of a younger family choosing to build our life here. I want to bring people together, move past the cliques and divisions that can hold a small town back, and focus on practical ways to make Walnut Grove a community where families want to stay, new residents want to move, and businesses see a future.
My priorities are growth, community involvement, and responsible city government. We need to attract and retain families and businesses so Walnut Grove has a strong future. We need more residents involved and more voices at the table, not just the same few people. And we need to make smart, practical decisions with taxpayer dollars while maintaining our infrastructure and essential services. My goal is progress that makes sense for the people who actually live here.
City government should never feel like an insiders’ club. Residents deserve to know what is being discussed, why decisions are being made, and how their money is being spent. I’ll support clear communication, open discussion, accessible public information, and decisions made in the best interest of the entire community. I’ll also hold myself to the same standard I expect from everyone else: be straightforward, own mistakes, follow the rules, and answer to the people we serve.
I want residents to feel comfortable speaking up whether they agree with me or not. I’ll make myself accessible, actively ask for input, use social media and other communication tools to keep people informed, and encourage more residents to attend meetings and participate. Walnut Grove is small enough that government should feel personal and approachable. You shouldn’t have to know the right person, belong to the right group, or share the “right” opinion for your voice to matter.
Public safety starts with strong relationships between residents, law enforcement, emergency services, and city leadership. I’ll support the people who keep our community safe while also expecting professionalism, fairness, and accountability. In a small town, communication and trust matter. I want Walnut Grove to be a place where families feel safe, residents look out for one another, and concerns are addressed before they become bigger problems.
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