Minnesota and North Dakota Voter's Guide

Forum Communications Co., in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Minnesota and of North Dakota, is providing this voter guide to help keep you informed ahead of the 2024 election.

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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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    Elizabeth Augustus
    (NP)

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    William Layman
    (NP)

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    Jerry Martin
    (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 jlmartin@arvig.net
1. I have served on city councils for almost 12 years, served on Zoning, Planning, Human Rights and other Commissions. Attended many informative National and Minnesota League of cities conventions, Involved in city government and law enforcement for 40+ years. I believe I can continue to help resolve issues and improve our community and shape the future. Experience counts.
2. Minimize property taxes. Keeping and maintaining responsible and conservative budgeting over city expenditures and revenue sources.

Watching for state and federal Grant programs to supplement those limited revenue sources.

Maintaining Emergency Medical and Fire response services through proper equipment ensuring the safety of our brave volunteers. Additionally overseeing that our roads continue to be plowed and properly maintained.
I attend all council meetings and encourage input from citizens in this public forum. Attending community events and chatting with the public. Proudly served over 47 yrs. Lions Club engaging with the public. I will continue to be available for all citizens to ask questions, report issues and get clear responses.
Maintain an open budget so citizens can see how tax dollars are spent. Always keeping in mind what is best for the whole community and avoid blurring the professional lines over friendships. All meeting, records and decisions open to the public and the press.
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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.

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