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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    Matthew Johnson
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    Tim Jurgens
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    Curtis Lawson
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    Charlie Peterfeso
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    Brian Wermerskirchen
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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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Facebook (Full URL) http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592553595554
Campaign Email timjurgens@hotmail.com
I bring a unique blend of state, federal, military, and private-sector experience. I hold a BSc in Information Systems Management and an MBA. I am a business owner, homeowner, gun owner, and father. I served for just under 25 years, split between the Marines and the Navy, reaching SSgt and LCDR, respectively. I have been involved in Chambers of Commerce in Japan and locally.
I am a fiscal conservative, so I would evaluate each spending proposal with scrutiny. I will ask whether they need to be done, whether they need to be done now, and whether anything else could be done instead. I will always look to reduce spending while maintaining necessary infrastructure. I will remove barriers to the expression of property rights to maximize individual freedom.
I am and will continue to be an engaged member of our community. I attend various community events and meet many residents through my Karate Dojo and the American Legion, where I am a member. I am engaged online and in person and will continue to be available to anyone who would like to discuss proposals for our community.
I have been open about my views on limited government and will continue to lay out my decision-making process from a libertarian viewpoint, evaluating all options by how they affect individual freedoms.
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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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