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Robbinsdale City Council Member Ward 3

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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    Sofi Villena
    (NP)

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    Klaus Weber
    (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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I believe I am best positioned to be an ambassador for Robbinsdale. As a Carlson School graduate, 10+ year Target professional, and part-time entrepreneur, I understand what it takes to drive productive change and deliver results. During my 5+ years managing teams, I also learned the importance of seeking out perspectives that have not yet been heard, and that will remain central to how I serve.

On Council, I will also bring a focus on attracting new investment to West Broadway. I believe we have room to grow our tax base and bring new energy into our city. By pairing investment with fiscal responsibility, I believe I can help navigate our future.
My top three priorities will be fiscal responsibility, stronger community connections, and responsible growth. I will maximize the value of our core city services and be a collaborative partner in keeping levy increases manageable. I will champion the events and traditions that bring residents together and build belonging. Lastly, I will relentlessly advocate for investment in our city, especially along West Broadway.
At Target, a core tenet of our management philosophy when gathering perspectives was to be mindful of those whose voices we had not yet heard. I will bring that same approach to serving Robbinsdale by actively seeking perspectives different from my own. Every interaction should foster a sense of belonging. It is paramount that we treat everyone with dignity and respect regardless of your background.
I will build on our City Council’s strong record of transparency and accountability. Small but meaningful actions like timely responses, accessibility, and a willingness to discuss decisions can make a difference for residents. I will also participate in “Chat with a Councilmember” events and be present throughout our community. Just as importantly, I will be open about my thought process and the tradeoffs I consider when making decisions.
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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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