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VOTERS GUIDE

October 22, 2010

In this guide you’ll fi nd questionnaires completed by candidates from all city, school, county and state races within the

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Farmington/Lakeville

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Age: 52Occupation: BartenderAddress: 714 8th St.Family: Two sons, 19 and 16Qualifications: This is my first attempt in the political ring, but I have fresh ideas. I was the past commander with

the Sons of the American Le-gions, served as a treasurer with Farmington VFW Men’s Auxiliary, and was a former steward and vice president of contract bargaining com-mittee member with a local union. Why are you running for a seat on the Farmington City Council? As a tax-paying resi-

dent of the city of Farming-ton, I am concerned for low-income people, such as myself, and the high foreclosure rates that are occurring. We need to be more careful with spending and make better decisions on properties we own. What are the most impor-tant issues facing Farmington and how would you address

them? I think properties like the liquor stores and the ice arena need to be seriously considered. These properties may be better financed and managed by private business. We must get creative with try-ing to generate new business in the Vermillion River Crossing business district. This is cost-ing taxpayers a considerable

amount. I hear of no future plans. The council needs to communicate with the public better. Possibly, the city could hold “off city premise” meet-ings once a year at a more informal setting for people to communicate their concerns. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-tract more business and indus-

try to the city? The city needs to look for new ways to attract new business. We need to find ways to make Farmington a good business community. Furthermore, we need to make sure existing businesses stay local. We need to make this a business-friendly com-munity.

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Age: 36Address: 19630 Estes Path Farmington, MN 55024Family: Married to wife Jenni-fer in 2001, two children, Mad-elynn and Ethan.Qualifications: A Marine Corps veteran, St. Cloud State University alumnus, doctoral student, Target’s Business Col-lege graduate, and an experi-

enced busi-ness executive with many multi-national corporations. P ro f e s s i o n -ally, I have led teams on projects to

reduce waste and improve or-ganizational efficiencies. Jason volunteers with many organi-zations like Burnsville Youth Hockey Program, Minnetonka Police Department, and Civil Air Patrol.

Why are you running for a seat on the Farmington City Council? I am running for Farmington City Council in order to restore fiscal respon-sibility to the city’s budget and to align our community’s plan-ning to encourage business in-vestment. Direct goals I have for my term in office is reduce our cost of servicing debt by increasing our credit rating and deleveraging from high interest bonds. I am also seeking to increase commercial develop-ment of vacant land owned by

the city. This will increase our tax base and reduce the burden on our current residents. I will be a champion for the residents of Farmington and an ally of the taxpayer. What are the most important issues facing Farmington and how would you address them? The most important strategic goal our city leadership will need to pursue is to position the city to be a desirable loca-tion for external investment. As our economy begins to im-prove, companies will seek to

expand. It is the job of our city leaders to ensure Farmington is in the best position to at-tract this investment. If we are successful in creating an ideal environment for businesses to expand operations to our city, property values, job opportu-nities, and quality of life for our residents will improve at a greater rate than a normal re-bound from a bad recession. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-tract more business and industry to the city? I want to improve

commercial zoning and our tax structure to be more ideal than alternative communities in our area. We can create a program for businesses to develop city-owned land at minimal acqui-sition cost and give preferen-tial property tax treatment for companies that increase ad-ditional business development by their presence. City leaders need to seek out companies that are looking to expand and work with their leaders to align Farmington with their needs.

Jason Bartholomay

Age: 40Occupation: Dental hygienistAddress: 18946 Excalibur Trail, Farmington, MN 55024Family: Husband Steve, and children, Ashley, 15, Jack, 13, and Thomas, 11.Qualifications: Dental Hygien-ist; A.S., Normandale Commu-nity College, B.S., Metropoli-tan State University, Advanced Dental Therapy master’s degree expected May 2011;

member of Far mington City Council; board mem-ber of Board of Water and Soil Resourc-es (Metro Cit-ies); and chair

for Farmington Economic De-velopment Authority; member of All Saints Church. Why are you running for a seat on the Farmington City Council? In the last eight years I have seen several changes in the city of Farmington and have been fortunate enough to play a role in some of those changes. I would like to remain on the council for many rea-

sons, but highest on the list is a desire to serve the community and continue to improve the place we all call home. I also would like to see more long-term planning. In the last sev-eral years long-term plans have been implemented but a few ar-eas still need these plans, most notably permanent funding for the park improvement fund. What are the most important issues facing Farmington and how would you address them? Economic development is still the most important issue fac-ing Farmington. As the chair of the Economic Develop-ment Authority (EDA), I have worked to make Farmington a business-friendly community.

The EDA has utilized federal monies to create a grant pro-gram for local businesses, help-ing them to enter or expand within the city. A new stream-lined process has been created to expedite businesses com-ing to city, continuing to spur economic development. Efforts like this will ensure we can con-tinue to welcome new business such as CVS, Blondie’s, and R&L Trucking, and the expan-sion of businesses such as An-na’s Bananas, Vinge Tile, and Trinity Care Center. Commu-nication with residents is an-other issue. The city’s website has been redesigned to make it more user-friendly. In addi-tion, we now stream all council

meetings online. Live and past meetings can be watched any-time online. While these are great strides, more can be done. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-tract more business and indus-try to the city? Many things can and are being done to at-tract new businesses to Farm-ington, and it’s working. Just slower than most would like. We are not alone in seeing slow economic growth, but in some ways we’re doing better than other communities be-cause residential development continues to grow that affects business growth. It’s impor-tant to know in the last eight years Farmington has acquired

more than 50 new businesses. This will surprise many people. Just because large “big boxes” haven’t come yet doesn’t mean we aren’t growing. This has been in part because of good planning and zoning. In addi-tion, we have had many exist-ing business owners expand their businesses. The best “ad-vertising” the city can do to at-tract new businesses is make an environment where our current businesses can thrive and suc-ceed. Working with these busi-nesses and listening to them is how we continue to attract new businesses.

Christy Jo Fogarty (incumbent)

Age: 60Occupation: City parks special-istAddress: 18890 English Ave, Farmington, MNFamily: Married 35 years to Judy; daughters Gretchen, married to Ryan Place who live Farmington, and daughter April is in collegeQualifications: I have worked for the city of Farmington for

29-plus years. I worked with and on the Dew Days c o m m i t t e e for 20 years plus. I’m a disabled Viet-nam veteran.

It is time to retire and use my years of experience to help the city work through these tough economic times. Why are you running for a seat on the Farmington City

Council? If elected, I feel I can use my 37 years of experience to work for the state and feder-al government to help council members and the public. I have insight into to how decisions impact the city and really play out at city staff levels. I think there needs to be more long-term thinking and sticking to decisions to solve long-term fi-nancial shortfalls, while doing this with more input from the public. What are the most important

issues facing Farmington and how would you address them? Our budget has been cut by the state LGA (Local Govern-ment Aid) a few years ago, and that has hurt our building per-mits that relied too heavily on construction. We need to find a way to fund our needed ser-vices and prioritize our needs, instead of waiting until June to start budget talks. I think we should have public input like an open forum, cottage meet-ings, or a phone or letter sur-

vey in January or February to ask for public input on the city budget. Then, we could priori-tize how much money to spend, and take that information to a group of citizens to mold it into a lose budget package. That information would go be-fore city council to turn into a city budget package. That way, the public is constructing what they want tax dollars to go for, and then staff and the council can construct a working bud-get.

How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-tract more business and in-dustry to the city? I think our EDA (Economic Development Authority) has been proactive. But new business is hard to start up at this time. We can keep talking to any interested companies or entrepreneurs to assist them in coming to Farmington and offer some in-centives. I need to learn more about attracting business.

Don Hayes


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Occupation: Business ownerAddress: FarmingtonQualifications: I am a life-long Farmington resident. I served as Farmington’s mayor from 1996 to 2004, and on the City Council from 1992 to 1996. I elected not to run for a fourth term at that time.

The city had a balanced budget in those years and a great credit score. Why are you running for a seat on

the Farmington City Coun-cil? I have the experience, the integrity and the ability to move Farmington forward. In my opinion, after look-

ing at the preliminary budget and attending meetings and workshops the city finances and the budget are out of control. I also feel that we are lacking leadership. I have proven that I can provide that leadership. Questions asked of some board members at meetings cannot be answered. I also feel it is time to have new members on the coun-cil. We cannot continue to raise taxes and add new fees.

The city needs to live within its means like a business and a homeowner. The council should not continue to tax or impose new fees to cur-rent residents and businesses in Farmington. Per Dakota County, Farmington has the highest percent of city dollars levied against the homes for the city’s portion of our prop-erty taxes. What are the most impor-tant issues facing Farmington

and how would you address them? The most important issues that I see facing Farm-ington are the taxes and as-sessments, and an overspent budget. We need to eliminate unnecessary spending. Coun-cil members and mayor need to understand their job and be professional at it. They should work to represent and be a voice for the residents. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-

tract more business and in-dustry to the city? I will work to bring more commercial businesses to Farmington as I had done in the past. I will continue to work on the Spruce Street Extension for commercial businesses. I will also work to keep the busi-nesses that we have. This can be done by advertising and being proactive in attract-ing new business to come to Farmington.

Jerry ‘Digger’ Ristow

Age: 47Occupation: Self-employed in the window business and resi-dential constructionAddress: 20255 Akin RoadFamily: UnmarriedQualifications: Farmington City Council Member from 2004-2008, volunteer with Mountain Dew Days, and served as a volunteer with the Rambling River Center reno-

vation. Why are you running for a seat on the Farm-ington City Council? I am running to represent

our citizen taxpayers. The excessive spending decisions made by current council re-flect how out of touch they are with the citizens who elected them.When I moved here 17 years ago it was an affordable place to live. Now

with our taxes increasing while property values de-crease, a street light utility fee and plans for a gas and electric franchise fee is more than many people can afford. When citizens try to express their frustrations to council they do not respond, but di-rect unelected city staff mem-bers to follow up instead. This has to change. What are the most impor-tant issues facing Farmington and how would you address them? 1. Lack of fiscal re-sponsibility. I want to curb

wasteful spending that has occurred the past two years, such as a $129,000 for a trail extension. We cannot afford to maintain the trails that we already have. We spent $14,000 for a park and recre-ation survey which revealed taxpayers’ first priority was to maintain our parks and trails. We spent $7,000 for a soil boring test to explore a second sheet of ice, an ex-pense which failed to rank as a priority in the survey. 2. Increased taxes and fees. Re-duce the levy amount so taxes

can at least stay the same as previous year. Remove street light utility fee and reject any franchise fees on gas and electric bills. 3. Facilities and park and recreation. Main-tain aging equipment, facili-ties, parks and trails. Create accounts to save money for repairs rather than asking voters for more money. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to at-tract more business and indus-try to the city? Join websites that list business opportuni-ties and partner with groups

that promote the city of Farmington and get our in-formation into their hands. Ensure Farmington is on the map and make all of our op-portunities we have for both commercial and industrial business. Sell all unused city-owned buildings to expand business opportunities and get the properties back on the tax roll. Address the issue of development and utility fees to make sure we are more competitive with surrounding cities.

David Pritzlaff

Age: 41Occupation: Account man-ager at HealthPartners in Bloomington.Address: 5342 203rd St. W., FarmingtonFamily: Married to Andrea for 12 years; 3 children, Josh, 10, Ben, 8, and Elizabeth, 4.Qualifications: Earned a bachelor of science degree from the University of Min-nesota Twin Cities. Cub Scout Leader for Pack 120 in Farmington, coach for FYAA baseball, basketball and soc-

cer. Hosanna Church mem-ber. Avid run-ner and I have completed 12 marathons. I am involved in many Far mington

civic activities throughout the year. Why are you running for a seat on the Farmington City Council? I truly enjoy serving Farmington as your council member and believe I am an advocate for your tax dol-lars. As an example, I voted against the council pay in-crease two years ago. I bring a hard-working, common sense approach to the challenges that Farmington is facing.

The City has faced significant revenue reductions over the past few years. I have advo-cated for spending reductions and prioritizing of essential services during every budget cycle. I bring a fair-minded perspective and welcome resi-dent suggestions. I bring a positive attitude of service to Farmington, and most impor-tantly, I advocate for effective use of your tax dollars. What are the most impor-tant issues facing Farmington and how would you address them? The most significant is-sues Farmington faces is our tax burden along with retail, commercial and industrial development. On the issue of taxes, the city has seen signifi-cant revenue reductions from

state funding and construc-tion decreases. While these cuts have put Farmington in a tough position, I have repeat-edly advocated for reduced city spending and long-range planning to manage our bud-get. When your family income declines, your budget is repri-oritized to meet these chal-lenges and the city should be no different. With economic development, Farmington has seen a number of suc-cess stories over the past few years that I am very proud of. The city has provided busi-ness incentive grants to bring a variety of new businesses throughout the community, particularly new small busi-ness. In addition, I will con-tinue to advocate for a Farm-

ington Veterans Memorial, and I also believe we need a volunteer-operated teen cen-ter to fulfill an unmet need in Farmington. How can the city of Farm-ington better reach out to attract more business and industry to the city? I am proud of the fact that Farm-ington has developed a solid comprehensive plan which is zoned and ready for new re-tail, commercial and indus-trial businesses to come here, while at the same time pro-tecting our farming way of life and heritage. Farmington is proactively working with the Downtown Business As-sociation, chamber of com-merce and business owners directly to communicate the

value proposition Farming-ton offers. High taxes are a burden to new business devel-opment. I have voted against higher development fees and advocated for a simplified and streamlined develop-ment process. A downtown business owner recently com-mented to me the relation-ship between the city and the business community has im-proved significantly. This has not come about overnight. It takes a positive attitude and a willingness to partner with current and new businesses to help them succeed. I will con-tinue to advocate for a posi-tive, team approach as we re-fine our long-range planning for continued success.

Steven Wilson (incumbent)


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Name: Dan Athmann (Ott-mun)Age: 43Occupation: Police sergeant, Burnsville Police DepartmentFamily: Wife, Jackie, and three school-aged childrenQualifications: Police ser-geant with 21-years of di-versified law enforcement experience. Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, St. Cloud State University. Master’s degree in public safety educa-tion and administration, Uni-versity of St. Thomas. North-western University (Illinois) and FBI leadership trained. FOP member. Ex-vice presi-dent of SOTA. Youth coach

for LBA, YMCA and more.Why are you the best can-didate for this office? Based on the 2010 L a k e v i l l e

citizen survey, maintaining public safety services is over-whelmingly the single most important priority for the citizens of Lakeville. As such, my 21 years of law enforce-ment experience will enable me to provide great wisdom, insight, and guidance to the council and city staff on fu-ture policy issues. Having an elected official at the policy-making level with my unique experiences and qualifica-

tions is an opportunity not many cities are afforded, and doing so will greatly benefit the citizens of Lakeville. I will ensure the city’s priorities remain focused on those core services identified by the citi-zens as being most important to them. This is why I am the best candidate for the job. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the bud-get has been handled? What would you have changed? I am very satisfied how Lakev-ille leadership has handled the budget over the past sev-eral years. Scaling back bud-gets, identifying the services that were eliminated was not easy. Lakeville leadership has

taken great steps to include citizen input into this process and they have prioritized ser-vice delivery to those areas identified as most important to the citizens. In fact, of the 50 largest cities in Minne-sota, Lakeville ranks last in the number of employees per capita and last in per capita spending; all while maintain-ing great service delivery to the community. Are taxes too high in Lakeville? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be priorities for scaling back?Lakeville’s tax rate is very low when compared to other communities. In no way do I hold a pro-tax position and I firmly believe less is more when it comes to government.

That said, I do take a real-istic approach to taxation. Government entities exist to provide basic, yet essential core services. Unfortunately doing so costs money; money gained through taxes. As a gatekeeper of the communi-ty’s money, I will ensure that taxes remain as low as possi-ble, and that tax payer money is not frivolously spent. I will ensure tax payers get value for what they pay for. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? Main-taining safe, well-planned and well-designed neighbor-hoods. Ensuring transpor-tation needs are taken care of. Improving roadways to increase safety. Develop a

funding strategy for roadway infrastructure replacement. Continue to make youth/school district partnerships a priority. Lakeville schools help define the great quality of life we all enjoy and main-taining these relationships is critical. Environmentally, we need to develop a com-prehensive water manage-ment policy and subsequent funding sources. Take steps to improve the storm water infrastructure so future home flooding can be avoided. Support the current business-es that call Lakeville home and promote business expan-sion and development.

Dan Athmann

Name: Marc BourdeauxAge: 42Occupation: EntrepreneurAddress: 20116 Home Fire Way, LakevilleFamily: Wife Julie, children, Luke, Lance, Chris, KateQualifications: Broad Minne-sota state legislative contacts as a lobbyist for a non-parti-san, non-profit organization. Persuasive and convincing; highest sales in a large orga-nization; started, built and managed a successful small business. Leadership in sell-ing and managing people, re-lationships and projects with

prime talent in access-ing decision makers and authorities. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? I built

my first business with no as-sistance, resources, and have been an entrepreneur since 1992; further, providing jobs for others as well as products and services that people can use. My real-world knowl-edge has given me critical thinking skills, management acumen, and practical tools that will help me address the current issues facing our city while planning. I have substantial knowledge of the internal mechanisms

of a business model includ-ing marketing, management strategy, and the implemen-tation of human capital. It is time for us to elect some-one who understands what it takes to run an organization. We need city leaders who know how to balance a bud-get, and can grasp the short and long-term ramifications of public policy decisions. I believe in my ability to serve Lakeville as a strong leader. I am ready to apply my back-ground in business, entre-preneurship, markets, and management for the benefit of the community as a whole. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the bud-get has been handled? What

would you have changed? I am not happy with how the bud-get has been handled. The city is purposing to increase spending by $8 million, yet no one is addressing spend-ing; only that we either have to cut services or raise taxes. We need to look at needs ver-sus wants. We need to start with what we have, not with what we don’t have. Govern-ment spending continues to increase at a time when busi-ness and homeowners are losing their homes and busi-ness. We need to be proactive with business development, and ask business what we can do for them to help them prosper. Are taxes too high in Lakeville? If so, would you cut them, and what services would

be priorities for scaling back? Some taxes are being held in check while water and sewer rates are being increased to make up revenue. In order for the city government to be more successful, it needs to create a strategic plan that will position the community for growth and competitive-ness in the current environ-ment. With new housing and taxes being the main source of revenue, and that revenue source on the decline, other sources of revenue need to be generated, that does not put an undue burden on the tax-payers. Some assets may need to be sold while others pur-chased to be more efficient for our current situation. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-

tions do you propose? Keep-ing taxes low, while preserv-ing our city’s solvency and maintaining the necessary services the city provides. Attracting new business to our community, this will en-courage community growth, and make commodities more competitive, driving down the price of food, clothing, fuel, and making commuter time shorter for its residents. The city must keep a realistic budget that address the needs and not necessarily wants of city management. Encourag-ing ideas of our residents, and knowledgeable business leaders, while creating open communication.

Marc Bourdeaux

Name: Joseph CrawfordAge: Not givenFamily: Wife, Monica, two childrenAddress: Not given

Occupation: Community Associat ion ManagerQ u a l i f i c a -tions: Com-munity/civic organizations

involvement: Community As-sociation Institute, vice chair, Legislative Action Commit-tee; education: B.S., Human Resource Development Why are you the best can-didate for this office? As a longtime resident of Lakev-

ille, I care about preserving Lakeville’s long history and future. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would

you have changed? No reply.Are taxes too high in Lakev-ille? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be priorities for scaling back?No reply. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-

tions do you propose? No re-ply.Joe Crawford


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Name: Karl DrotningAge: Not givenOccupation: Not givenAddress: 17265 Jasper Trail, LakevilleFamily: Wife, Vickie; children, Scot and Charla; six grandchil-drenQualifications: Founder, presi-dent and CEO of Crystal Lake Automotive Inc. Accredited Automotive Manager (AAM).Senior member, Lakeville Planning Commission, over 12 years of service. District 16 representative, Metropolitan Council Land Use Advisory

C o m m i t t e e (LUAC).Par-ticipant, 1992 and 1998 Lakeville Stra-tegic Growth Task Force Study Group. Part ic ipant,

2000 and 2010 Comprehensive Plan update. Why are you the best candi-date for this office? Our com-munity will continue to grow. We can expect another 40,000 residents to join us when Lakeville is fully developed. We need leaders that are en-gaged and will make reasoned decisions to both control and

manage that growth. Every de-velopment decision we make today will have long term con-sequences. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you have changed? Lakeville has adhered to the “Do more with less” mantra for many years. Compared to many cities we are in fairly good shape, in spite of state funding policies that are unreasonable. These policies penalize growing communities to the benefit of many others. Call it the “Robin Hood” syndrome. Our leaders

have listened to the local tax-payers and put forth a 2011 budget that reflects the input of many. As 2011 unfolds, we will continue to search for cost savings and find more ef-ficiency. I would prefer to bring a final 2012 budget that has no levy increase. Are taxes too high in Lakev-ille? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be pri-orities for scaling back? Let’s keep city taxes in perspective. Look at your tax statement for the breakdown of jurisdictions. The amount shown for Lakev-ille allows us to provide the following services: police, fire, parks, streets, water, sanitary

sewer, and storm water systems. Other services include manag-ing development, permits, re-cords management, senior cen-ter and the arts center. There are many others not listed. In order to maintain one of the lowest tax levies in the state, we will prioritize services from top to bottom. Those least impor-tant to public safety and qual-ity of life will be the first to be eliminated or reduced. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? The con-cept of small government is not new to Lakeville. We have the lowest number of employ-ees per capita in the metro

area. To continue this, we will embrace technology, pursue cost sharing with neighbor-ing governmental units, and search for opportunities to privatize services where pos-sible. In the near term we are reducing some fund balances. As the economic environment improves, we must have a plan in place to restore those bal-ances. Our municipal liquor operation delivers over $1 mil-lion annually to Lakeville. Its continued growth and health is an important revenue stream to our community.

Karl Drotning

Name: Jack EvansAge: 39Occupation: Landscaper/inves-torAddress: 8459 173rd St. W., LakevilleFamily: Wife, Rhonda; two children, Jake and ColeQualifications: Jack holds an MBA from the University of St. Thomas. Jack Evans has founded and runs three busi-nesses in Lakeville, including a landscape company. A resident since 1996, Jack would like to be part of conservative change to help Lakeville to become the premier business and govern-

ment model. Why are you the best candi-date for this office? I am running for Lakeville resi-dents who are being asked,

time and again, for more and more, but who consistently get less and less from our city. I am running to allow everyday citi-zens to keep more of what they earn, so they can spend more time with those who are truly important, their families. I am running because our city has a great plan to keep extending and expanding our long term debt, but who has no action

plan for business promotion and relocation to Lakeville to help to settle that tab.I am run-ning because Lakeville needs to launch its own economic im-provement plan – waiting for another housing boom is not a solution to meet our debt obli-gations. I am running because if I don’t stand up for my chil-dren’s opportunities to dream and start their own businesses, who will?Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you have changed? The bud-get needs to better empower department heads to find ef-

ficiencies and make cuts that they know they can sustain. By allowing those heads to work with the council, we’ll find new opportunities and ways to cut waste, instead of insulat-ing budgets for departmental self-preservation. Allowing our future debt to pile up, as we plan to do, we need a plan to pay if down, which we do not have. Lakeville needs to launch its own economic improvement plan, grounded in growing our business base now – ahead of the upcoming economic recov-ery. Waiting for another hous-ing boom is not a solution. Are taxes too high in Lakev-ille? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be pri-

orities for scaling back? As with any family or business budget, it needs to balance out. Natu-rally, spending needs to occur, which it does, but sometimes we need to sacrifice in the short run for success long term. First, efficiency is paramount, even if it means freezing top city staff salaries and possible temporary cuts to those top wage-earning staffers. Also, options like out-sourcing some services must be considered, where most frugal. Lastly, a logical sales plan to entice business to remain and move to Lakeville must be im-plemented. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? First, as

I said, a logical sales plan to entice business to remain and move to Lakeville must be im-plemented. As we fail to plan and act, we offset the tax bur-den everyday more and more on homeowners. Our lack of a business attraction plan is part of the reason why our home taxes are rising. Second, it’s time that our top city offi-cials, some more than others, are more in tune with the citi-zen’s needs. The City Council, by largely leaning to the liberal and moderate side of econom-ics, allows the city’s managers to dictate to them their agen-das and priorities a bit too fre-quently.

Jack Evans

Name: Matt LittleAge: 25Occupation: Tutor, English as a Second LanguageAddress: 16162 Fairgreen Ave., LakevilleFamily: Two niecesQualifications: University of Minnesota-Morris, B.A. in po-litical science. Member of the Lakeville Lions; Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor; Lakeville and Eagan Resource Center’s Development Committee- member; high school policy debate coach. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? This is where I’m from and where I

plan to stay. Through vol-unteerism and service I’ve been working to better our community. I view this cam-paign as an

extension of my service. More-over, I have the energy and drive to deliver on the policy proposals I support. I support keeping property taxes low. Am the only candidate who offered additional cuts to the 2011 budget during the Sept. 20 council meeting. I am com-mitted to ensuring our public safety departments have the resources they need to oper-ate effectively in a continually

growing city. I will not tolerate more cuts to our public safety departments. Also, I will seek to create programs to get more youth involved in our com-munity. If elected, I will work hard every day to ensure these goals are achieved. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you have changed? The primary reason I entered this race was the mishandling of the budget in the past few years. Police department personnel have been laid off and street main-tenance was pushed back. This was short-term planning. Residential burglaries rose 41

percent and commercial bur-glaries rose approximately 30 percent over this same period. The streets are now in worse condition than they were a few years ago with nearly a third of our roads in need of repair. Spreading theses expenses over the past few years would have helped to limit the impact of tax volatility and special as-sessments on taxpayers. Are taxes too high in Lakeville? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be priorities for scaling back? Taxes in Lakeville are not high in comparison to other metro area cities but we must be vigi-lant about spending in future years so we can maintain and possibly lower our tax rates in

the long term. Small increases such as the projected 2.7 per-cent hike in 2012 will have only a light impact on most taxpay-ers in the short term. It is the effect of consistent and yearly increases that will have a cu-mulative and negative effect on homeowners and businesses. As a Councilman, I will act as a watchdog for taxpayers on municipal spending to guar-antee it prioritizes our core services of public safety and infrastructure maintenance. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? My top three goals are to maintain low property taxes, priori-tize public safety, and engage the youth of the community.

Outside of these priorities, building trust in government is our next challenge. People feel their government isn’t ac-cessible and doesn’t listen to them. I will continue to ask advice from citizens even af-ter the election. Additionally, we need to post meetings live online, extend the time con-straints on citizens’ comments, and allow questions to be asked via e-mail during meet-ings. This will permit citizens to participate who do not have cable or can’t physically attend the meeting.

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Name: Kevin MillerAge: 54Occupation: Senior vice presi-dent, U.S. Bank, operations executiveAddress: 18673 Irenic Ave, LakevilleFamily: Wife, Rhonda; daughter, Heather; grandchil-dren Zachery, Ashley; son, Ryan, wife Andrea, daughter Lauren, son, Nathan, wife, JessicaQualifications: Resident for 19 years and have been ac-tive serving the community in various leadership posi-

tions includ-ing; scouting organization, L a k e v i l l e Veterans Me-morial com-mittee, and the Lakeville Boys Basket-

ball Association, Lakeville Parks and Recreation, Natu-ral Resources committee and chaired for four years. In 2009 was appointed to the City Council. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? I am running for office because I am proud of this community and I want it to continue to prosper and be a great place for families to live and grow.

I believe that strong neigh-borhoods are built on qual-ity services that meet the expectations of the commu-nity. My volunteer activity in the community and work with city staff have allowed me to develop partnerships that I think are critical as a candidate. I have leadership experience running large or-ganizations, establishing stra-tegic direction and develop-ing teams that are responsive to customer service. I have a proven ability to establish and manage financial and busi-ness long-range objectives for growth and profitability which are all critical skills as a member of council. Lakeville has faced budget

woes like many communities in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you have changed? The current economic conditions have re-quired that the city re-look at every service and program we have. The recent citizen and business survey stated that residents don’t want to lose the services the city provides but they also are resistant to tax increases. As a member of council we set the prelimi-nary tax increase for 2011 and were able to hold taxes at no increase. Finding efficiencies has been a way of business for the council and staff as we have had to respond to the current market conditions.

Are taxes too high in Lakeville? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be priorities for scaling back? Lakeville boasts the lowest spending and number of per-sonnel per capita among the 50 largest cities in the metro area and is 43rd out of 50 cit-ies when compared on a per household basis. The City Council has, over the past three years, reduced services and lowered the number of employees to the level they were in 2001. When we set the preliminary tax increase for 2011 and 2012 we were able to hold taxes at no increase for 2011 and a preliminary operating levy of less than 1 percent for 2012.

What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? We must maintain a long-term vision for the needs of this growing community and find ways to maintain the city’s streets, utilities, trails and parks so that we do not have to spend exorbitant amounts in the future. We need to become more aggressive in our eco-nomic development efforts to attract more companies like Malt-O-Meal, Image Trend, Con Agra, and Ryt Way who have continued to grow in Lakeville despite the econo-my. Finally we need to pri-oritize spending decisions in critical areas such as police, fire, EMS, streets and parks.

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Name: Colleen J. Ratzlaff LaBeauAge: 48Occupation: President/ own-er of Ratzlaff Homes Inc., licensed realtor with ReMax Advantage Plus of LakevilleAddress: 8356 190th St., LakevilleFamily: Husband, Tom LaBeau; step-son Jeremy LaBeau and wife Melissa LaBeau; granddaughter, Isa-belle RoseQualifications: Licensed re-altor since March 1985 sell-

ing homes in Lakeville and s u r r o u n d -ing commu-nities, plus r e s i d e n t i a l home builder since 1986.Very knowl-

edgeable in homeownership and the importance of it for making a better community. Very active in state and local public policy. Past president of the Realtors Association Board of Directors many years. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? I would bring an important com-ponent currently not repre-sented on the council. I have 25 years of cutting a payroll, plus nearly 30 years of man-

aging employees. Very knowl-edgeable on budgets, making do on what you have to work with and keeping high service levels. Honesty, integrity and servicing others how I expect to be treated. Listening to the client (our citizens and busi-nesses) and working toward meeting their needs within reason. I stand behind my be-liefs and vote what is best for the masses not my own self interest. I’ve served many years on executive commit-tees, and as a director on lo-cal and state boards, as well as various committees at my church. Not afraid to dig in and put in the extra work the commitment at hand is call-ing for. Lakeville has faced budget woes like many communities

in the state and nation. Are you happy with how the bud-get has been handled? What would you have changed? Last year a group of busi-ness people gathered to help study and guide the city in a way that we have had to op-erate our businesses. It was even suggested by a council member that the city is not a business, it is government. That in itself needs to be cor-rected. Although Lakeville sits better off then some oth-er communities, there is al-ways room for improvement and it’s never to late to look at putting a lid on costs and balancing the budget to zero. I would disclose all facts and lay it out as a business lays out their budgets. Are taxes too high in

Lakeville? If so, would you cut them, and what services would be priorities for scaling back? Realtors know that Lakev-ille has maintained a good tax level compared to some neighboring communities. However, with uncollected funds due to the state’s short-fall to us, home values down approximately 30 percent, the future could hold heavy increases if we don’t live with our means. We have prepare for the future to be grim as all facets of government are looking for the same piece of pie, yet the taxpayer gets hit with it. I believe it is the duty of the council to make sure we have open educated dia-logue on a continuous bases so we don’t lose sight. What are other key issues

facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? One key issue is many businesses are suffering, and loss of employ-ees doesn’t help the situation. The city needs to take a bet-ter look at how to attract and retain the ones that are here, even if that means reviewing some of the current policies in place. Lakeville needs an overall review to confirm we have the right employees in the right jobs the meet the needs the citizens expect for services. Additionally, attain-able housing needs to grow the city is due to be reviewed and what we can offer other cities don’t.

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Name: Mark BellowsAge: 56Occupation: Pastor, marriage and family therapist, director of Lakeville Police Chaplain-cy ServicesAddress: 16349 Greenbriar Court, LakevilleFamily: Married with 6 chil-drenQualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commu-nication, master of Divinity degree. Occupation: Pastor at Hope Community, licensed marriage and family therapist at Hope Counseling LLC, director of Lakeville Police Chaplaincy Services. Com-munity involvement: former police reserve officer, police

chaplain. O f f i c e s held: City C o u n c i l member since 2000 with nu-merous relat-ed committee assignments.

Why are you the best can-didate for this office? I have 10 years of experience on the City Council, 20-plus years of involvement with the pub-lic safety sector of Lakeville, and the interpersonal skills and leadership abilities need-ed to be mayor. I have cho-sen the following summary words for my campaign: Val-ues – Personal character val-ues of integrity and honesty, and politically conservative fiscal values that reflect the

values held by the majority of Lakeville residents. I am the most fiscally conserva-tive member of the council and the only council member who voted against last year’s tax increase. Vision – Leaner, more efficient and less intru-sive government that enhanc-es opportunities for a safe and prosperous life in Lakev-ille. Valor - Courage to take a stand, to lead, and to make the decisions needed for these challenging economic times. Lakeville has faced bud-get woes like many communi-ties. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you change? The city claims to have a 0 percent tax levy increase for 2011, however, $665,000 of debt for expenditures has been pushed

into the future (the equivalent of a 2.7 percent levy increase). I believe this is a disingenuous shell game. I believe the coun-cil has failed to render due diligence in their fiduciary responsibility in scrutinizing the budget. We need greater input in reviewing the budget from the Economic Develop-ment Commission and the brightest business and finan-cial minds in Lakeville in or-der to achieve greater fiscal efficiency, prudent expendi-tures, and a lower tax burden for our tax payers. What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? The bud-get priority is to give the tax payer the greatest possible re-

turn in services for the taxes they pay. Therefore, the goal is to provide those services in the most efficient manner possible. This does not neces-sitate service reductions but it mandates efficiency improve-ments. The business commu-nity has learned to operate more efficiently while increas-ing their customer service. Government must follow suit. In establishing budget priori-ties the council must first de-fine and come to agreement on what core, essential servic-es are. I believe local govern-ment can become leaner and more efficient without reduc-ing services. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? Local government is not perceived

as being “business friendly.” I will create avenues for, and a culture within city govern-ment that not only receives concerns from residents and business owners in a respect-ful and inviting manner, but one that also seeks their in-put. I will develop business-friendly policies that foster business retention and expan-sion. We need to proactively address declining residential construction and commercial development by holding a housing summit with build-ers and developers to listen to their concerns, by creating a more “customer friendly” and expedient service envi-ronment in planning, inspec-tions, and engineering, and by re-evaluating our fees.

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Name: Holly DahlAge: 54 Occupation: General manager for Frontier Communications Address: 18698 Kanabec Ct., LakevilleFamily: Husband Kevin, three grown children, all of whom graduated from Lakeville High School, and one grand-sonQualifications: General man-ager, Fortune 500 Telecom. B.A., University of Minne-sota-Duluth; extensive back-ground in business, manage-ment, strategic planning and implementation, quality and process improvement; past

chair of ISD 194 School Board/board m e m b e r e i g h t - p l u s years; wide array of lead-ership roles in county, re-

gional and state-wide organi-zations; national speaker; vol-unteer for the arts/community. Why are you the best candi-date for this office? Lakeville has navigated the economic downturn by prioritizing ser-vices and keeping a sharp eye on spending. We have reduced city staff, frozen salaries, re-quired furloughs and next year we will not be increasing our tax levy. The majority of the City Council and our entire staff are committed to main-

taining both core services such as police, fire and public works along with quality of life ame-nities that Lakeville residents expect. The mayor plays an important role in shaping community identity both within the city and throughout the region and state. This elec-tion will determine if Lakev-ille continues to be the pro-gressive, attractive desirable community it is today, or if we become fixated on low taxes and service cuts at the expense of community expectations. There will be a clear choice for voters between maintaining a professional, progressive, bal-anced approach for Lakeville or something less than that in this election. Lakeville has faced bud-get woes like many communi-

ties. Are you happy with how the budget has been handled? What would you change? Our budget reflects what residents and businesses expressed in the recent survey. It clearly stated that quality of life is highly valued by, but people don’t want higher taxes. Pairing that information with a prioritiza-tion of services, we are able to bring long-term tax stability. The budget anticipates rein-vesting into our community infrastructure instead of de-laying that investment which is exponentially more expensive. Continuous quality improve-ment is essential to any orga-nization and we embrace it as well. If I could have changed something, I would have liked utilizing a focus group as a third component to our bud-

geting strategic planning. What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? City gov-ernment should prioritize those services that are nec-essary for daily life, specifi-cally public safety and public works. However, it is impor-tant to note all of our efforts are aimed to make the city the best place to live or do busi-ness at a reasonable price. Looking to the long-term for service reductions, I would propose that our city complete a comprehensive review of ei-ther all services as “basic” or “enhanced” using data from our recent community survey and service prioritization to set a new baseline for city ser-

vice delivery built on a com-mon vision. What are other key issues facing Lakeville, and what ac-tions do you propose? It is vital to maintain a long-range vi-sion that positions our com-munity for the future. First, we need to maintain our in-frastructure (streets, utilities, buildings) as these are the community’s assets. Second, we need a strategic plan for economic development that will keep our tax base strong. We need to insure that any incentives used to garner busi-ness expansion or moving to our community will not bur-den our current taxpayers. Third, prioritized spending to strike a balance between taxes and the services they provide.

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Name: Carol KappesAge: 50Occupation: Minnesota Li-censed Dental Assistant for pediatric dentist, ongoing con-tinuing education, seminars and trainingAddress: 18412 Everest Circle, Farmington, MN 55024Family: Married to Gary, two children in high schoolQualifications: Rochester Area Vo-Tech Institute, a member in Farmington ISD 192 councils. I have implemented ideas that were later taken into action by

the school board. I at-tended Ver-million River C o r r i d o r wo r k s h o p s. Each one gives me the experi-ence and un-

derstanding of the district and helps me with my decision-mak-ing skills. Why are you running for a Farmington School Board seat and why should people vote for you? I am running for the school board seat because I have a strong interest in education and

student achievement. I would describe myself as a team mem-ber who sets high standards, has the ability to plan and envision and is committed toward excel-lence. My experience on school councils and working on the budget process has taught me how to set goals, direct policy, and know how the school district works.People should vote for me because this is what I have been doing, and I want to be even more involved. I enjoy working for students, watching them suc-ceed, and care about their future to be happy and successful. My task would be to support the stu-

dents, seek the input of parents and residents and to set a greater vision for Farmington Schools. If elected, what are your top three priorities for bring-ing change to the Farmington School District? One current is-sue would be the science curricu-lum because the test scores need improvement. We need to work on science classes being more interesting to hold a student’s attention so that they remember what is being taught. Science in-struction provides higher prob-lem-solving and thinking skills. Teacher management in class-rooms should maintain posi-

tive energy for learning. Class sizes should be looked at to en-sure students are retaining their skills. Fiscal responsibility in the classroom should be addressed for a student’s needs, especially elementary and middle school years. Buildings may need cer-tain improvements for learning. What is the best way for the school district to increase achieve-ment in kindergarten through 12th-grade among Farmington students? I would begin with ear-ly elementary classes having 20 to 23 students. As students get into third through fifth grades, they could be in classes with

25 to 30 students. They could also be ranked into classes with similar academic performance students. This will ensure their learning is developed and main-tained within their ability. In middle school, students’ social development plays an important part along with their academic strength and higher-thinking skills. Friendships usually devel-op with similarities of abilities in academic strength and perfor-mance. I think this will place all students into challenging areas to move them forward to gain a better understanding of sub-jects.

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Name: Tera (Schmitz) Lee Age: 35 Occupation: Associate pastor Address: 409 Willow St., Farm-ington, MNFamily: Married to husband, Mike for 13 years with four sons, Michael in fourth grade, Josh in second grade, Alex in kindergar-ten, and Ethan in preschool. Qualifications: B.A. in pasto-ral and cross cultural studies. I worked in administration at North Central University and as a youth mentor for Minneapolis Park and Recreation Depart-ment, where I developed and

implemented programs for youth and teens. Youth Pastor – de-veloped youth p r o g r a m s , formed out-reach teams,

raised funds, and led programs in schools. Why are you running for a Farmington School Board seat and why should people vote for you? I believe children in the classroom should be our top priority. I have volunteered in the classroom every week for the past six years, and this has given me an important perspective on

the issues that we face as a school district. Because I have four young children in this district, I am very involved with students, parents, and teachers of ISD 192. I have worked beside teach-ers, parents, and administration (both building and district) and have listened to all their perspec-tives on how to improve our children’s education. Due to the downturn in our economy and less state funding, our school district is facing a great financial challenge. With this great chal-lenge comes great opportunity. We will be forced to rethink and reorganize our priorities. I be-lieve that rather than raising tax-es and asking the public for more

money, we need to refocus on putting our precious resources back into the classroom. If elected, what are your top three priorities for bringing change to the Farmington School District? First, we need to keep class sizes small. Students learn better when they have a connec-tion with the teacher and are in a less stressful environment. When classes are kept small, teachers have more time to focus on each individual and ensure that no one falls through the cracks. The teachers are more than teachers to their students, and we can-not put more on their plates. We have a district policy to ensure smaller classes, but it needs to

be strengthened and enforced. It is the board’s job to ensure the policies set forth are being car-ried out. The second priority is fiscal responsibility. If we reduce excessive administration and re-prioritize how we spend our money by putting it back in the classroom, we should be able to carry out my first priority with-out raising taxes. My third prior-ity is communication. Trust has eroded between the public and district administration due to poor communication. What is the best way for the school district to increase achieve-ment in kindergarten through 12th-grade among Farmington students? I believe that follow-up

is key. When the board is pre-sented with test scores that don’t measure up, or any area of con-cern, questions are asked about what is being done about it. It seems the answers are lacking in specific plans. I would like to see very specific plans of action, and then periodic reports about how things are going. Also, smaller class sizes with quality teachers continuing in their staff develop-ment are highly important. We need a strong curriculum direc-tor and department chairs that work side-by-side with teachers and have communication going two ways, not just from the top down.

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Name: Melissa SauserAge: 30Occupation: stay at home mom. I have a bachelor’s degree in in-ternational politics with a Span-ish minor from Brigham Young University in 2001.Address: 18618 Euclid Path, Farmington, MN 55024Family: Married for nine years to my husband, Aaron Sauser with a son, Andrew, 3, who is enrolled in Farmington Com-munity Education’s Early Child-hood Family Education (ECFE) Time for Kids program.

Qualifications: I have been a p a rap ro f e s -sional at all levels of edu-cation, most recently as an ESL (English as a Second

Language) paraprofessional at Edina High School. I have served on the ECFE Parent Ad-visory Council, district Strategic Planning Committee and the Citizen’s Finance Committee, and am a member of MOMS Club of Farmington. Why are you running for a Farmington School Board seat and why should people vote for you? I am passionate about the

future of education in Farming-ton for my family and the com-munity. I believe communication needs to be improved to allow the community better opportunities to be involved. Given the current economic situation, there will be difficult decisions that will have to be made concerning the bud-get. Open communication be-tween the public and the school district will be necessary to make these decisions. I have worked in the schools as an English as a Second Language (ESL) para-professional, so I understand the needs of teachers and the diffi-culties facing students today. As a school board member I would be able to contribute from an educational background and

understand the needs of the dis-trict. As a parent and commu-nity member I believe the school board needs to be more involved in the community, provide more accessibility to the public and have greater transparency in de-cisions. If elected, what are your top three priorities for bring-ing change to the Farmington School District? My top three priorities are communication, community involvement and responsibly managing district resources by allocating the ma-jority of the budget to classroom needs. It is the school district’s responsibility to communicate the current issues and allow the public proper time to voice their

concerns. I believe this could be accomplished by utilizing tech-nology to create a forum where school board matters are posted. This would allow the public to be aware of the decision-making process and the ability to voice their concerns. I’d like to see a school board presence at the school open houses and events, PTP meetings and community functions. Face-to-face con-tact with parents and the com-munity is crucial to access how they stand on current issues and be able to truly understand the needs of the district. What is the best way for the school district to increase achievement in kindergarten through 12th-grade among Farm-

ington students? The best way to provide increased achievement is to collaborate within our district and with other districts to find out what is working and model their success in our schools. It is important to be open to new education practices to facilitate increased student achievement. Specifically regarding the MCA Science results, I would like to see the science curriculum inte-grated into the entire school day. I would like to see individualized education plans for all students to improve results, as well as fos-ter dynamic parent, teacher and student collaboration.

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Name: Brian TreakleAge: 39Occupation: Senior buyer/plannerAddress: 5269 186th St W., Farmington. Family: Wife Mary, son Alex, 6, and daughter Anna, 3.Qualifications: I am a parent and a citizen concerned with the district test scores and the decisions being made regard-ing spending. My business experience is in accounting,

purchas ing , creative prob-lem solving, management and negotia-tions. These skills will be very helpful in working to

improve the financial perfor-mance of the school district. Why are you running for a Farmington School Board seat and why should people vote for you? I’m running for school board because I have two chil-dren in Farmington school

district. I want to make sure we focus the funds we have on improving the academic per-formance of our children. We will see a very tight budget next year, and will have many tough decisions to make with that budget. It will be more impor-tant than ever to make sure we channel sufficient funding into the classroom so our children can continue to learn and excel in school. The first priorities are keeping class sizes down and providing teachers with re-sources they need to teach our children. Open, two-way com-

munication with parents and all district residents will be ex-tremely important in reaching our goals. I will be a voice on the board for fiscal responsibil-ity, improving student achieve-ment, and open, honest com-munication. If elected, what are your top three priorities for bring-ing change to the Farmington School District? My top three priorities focus on areas that I believe, together, will lead to improved student perfor-mance, greater fiscal responsi-bility and greater trust with the

community. 1. I will work to ensure we receive the greatest possible return on our educa-tion spending. By “return” I mean improved performance and opportunity for our stu-dents. To do this, we need to focus financial resources on the classroom. 2. I will provide leadership in focusing the dis-trict’s attention on its primary responsibility – providing means and support for teach-ing and learning. 3. Open, hon-est, two-way communication with the community is critical to building and maintaining

public trust. I will seek and en-courage public comment and involvement in the decisions we make. What is the best way for the school district to increase achievement in kindergarten through 12th-grade among Farmington students? If there were a simple solution to im-proving academic achievement, every district would have 99 percent success rates. We need to have a sufficient number of teachers, with the technology and resources needed to deliver the best education possible.

Brian Treakle

Name: Veroni-ca WalterAge: 39Occupat ion: G u i d a n c e counselorAddress: 5131 193rd Street,

Farmington, MN 55024Qualifications: Presently serving on Farmington School Board (21 months); presently the Farm-ington representative on the In-termediate District 917 School Board (3 months); volunteer on the district Strategic Planning

Committee; volunteer/member of Dakota County Safe & Drug Free Schools; B.S. Communica-tions, M.S. Secondary School Counseling Why are you running for a Farmington School Board seat, and why should people vote for

you? To be honest, two years just isn’t long enough for me to complete the tasks before me. I see Farmington schools at a crossroads, and I believe we can become a leader in education with hard work and continual improvement. I see areas where

we still need to make changes to turn this corner, and I can con-tinue to be a helpful leader to attain the transitions needed. I love this community, and I want to give my skills and strengths to make it even better. People

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Name: Roz Peterson Age: 45Occupation: Real estate agent for Cerron Commercial Prop-erties and owner of three retail strip centers. Formerly owned Lakeville Snyder drug for 20 yearsAddress: 12295 162nd St. W., LakevilleFamily: Husband, Tim, for 24 years, two children Kayla and Hunter, both attend Lakeville South High SchoolQualifications: Gustavus Adol-phus College, B.A. Business Management and Psychology 1987, cum laude, real estate license Kaplan Schools 2006. ISD 194 Director, Lakeville Chamber past president, Min-

nesota School Boards Asso-ciation Board Director, Big Three Direc-tor (Cities, C o u n t i e s , S c h o o l s ) , L a k e v i l l e

Chamber Foundation chair, Dakota County Regional Chamber Board Director, Community Education Ad-visory Council, Downtown Lakeville Business Association, Hope For Tomorrow men-tor, MNCAR, MSCA, ICSC, CCIM Dakotas-Minnesota. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? I have a passion for public education and service. I believe in qual-ity education and learning opportunities for a lifetime. I instigated and promoted trans-parency through the Citizen’s

Financial Advisory Council. I supported cost neutral struc-tural change with our new Gifted and Talented program-ming and enhanced commu-nications through community conversations and technology enhancements. I encourage collaboration between the pub-lic and private sector to form partnerships to enhance our educational system. I also be-lieve in advocacy at the federal and state level. As director of Minnesota School Boards As-sociation I have stayed on top of proposed legislation, looked for ways to cut bureaucratic red tape and traveled to Wash-ington, D.C., and our state Capitol to meet with legislators to discuss how we can make our schools better. I am a cre-ative, innovative, big picture thinker who is open to new ideas for better education for

our students with the available resources. Do you support the three levy questions that will appear on the ballot in November? Why or why not? Quality schools are the number one reason people move to Lakeville. I believe the community should have the opportunity to vote on the levies before we cut $21 mil-lion from the budget. I support all three questions because it balances cuts with additional revenues to help maintain the quality educational system we currently have in place. ISD 194 has cut $17.7 million over the past four years. Local levy dollars provide some stabil-ity to the budget with dollars that stay in our community so we can plan for the future and maintain the excellent educa-tion our community expects. Lakeville’s schools face a

potential budget deficit of more than $21 million for the next biennium if all this year’s levy questions aren’t passed. How do you propose to balance the budget in that scenario? The community will be involved in the budget deficit conversation from the beginning of the pro-cess. Resources will be aligned with the strategic plan where student achievement is priori-tized Decisions will be made by evaluating all options and the systemic impact. Programs can shift to Community Educa-tion, like Youth in Government was shifted this year. Items that were on the list last year will be revisited such as additional student fees, program elimina-tions, staff reductions and in-creased class size. The board will have to develop creative ideas, structural change and streamlined efficiencies regard-

less of the outcome of the lev-ies. What are other key issues facing Lakeville schools, and what actions do you propose? Although Lakeville holds the highest average ACT scores for a school our size in the na-tion, we can do better. Global economy competitiveness re-quires the 21st century stu-dent to have enhanced skills. They need a jump start on their post secondary education while in the pre-K-12 system and a heighted focus on areas where there is job growth like math and science. Our chang-ing demographics are another challenge. Aging population coupled with more English language learners and flat en-rollment will strain our pres-ent system. Decisions need to be made now to address these changes moving forward.

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Name: Randy PronschinskeAge: 50Occupation: Corporate sales managerAddress: 9885 Upper 173rd Court, LakevilleFamily: Wife, Linda; son, Randel, 18, and a Lakeville North graduate; daughter, Marissa, 14, at Lakeville NorthQualifications: I have both corporate and small busi-ness management experience, with responsibilities for sales, financial budgeting, and personnel management. My community involvement in-cludes LNHS Parent Action Committee, event volunteer, booster clubs, Eagle Scout

parent, and youth athlet-ics coach. I earned a B.S., busi-ness admin-istration, and served 12 years in the

Navy. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? The ma-jority of the current School Board has developed a pat-tern of questionable spend-ing. When funds are suffi-cient, the board spends freely, without ensuring long-term sustainability. At the next budget cycle, we are surprised by huge cuts, due to short-sighted planning. We need to stop this pattern, and chart a steady course that is sustain-able. I will use my experience in managing corporate bud-

gets to create financial stabil-ity in the district. I also in-tend to change the culture on the board by advocating more open and honest communica-tion. I will listen to our tal-ented district employees, and the community that we serve, and be an advocate on the board for innovative ideas. If the board operates with transparency and communi-cates clearly, the community will understand the issues, and trust us to make effective decisions that are best for our students. I will work to build that trust with our commu-nity. Do you support the three levy questions that will ap-pear on the ballot in Novem-ber? Why or why not? Q1: Yes, I support this renewal of funding at the current level. Q2: Yes, I support this ques-

tion, but with reservations. I would not have supported the poor planning and spending that led to this shortfall, but I cannot support the cuts that would be required if this levy does not pass. I would have preferred a shorter-term (3-5 versus 10 year) levy without annual inflationary increases. I will work for safeguards to prevent spending these ad-ditional dollars on unsus-tainable programs. Q3: Yes, I support the technology levy. Technology is an essential factor in improving student performance and teacher pro-ductivity. Lakeville’s schools face a potential budget deficit of more than $21 million for the next biennium if all this year’s levy questions aren’t passed. How do you propose to balance the budget in that scenario? In

that case, we must carefully scrutinize all options includ-ing all expenses, fees, and other sources of revenue. $21 million represents 10 percent of our biennial budget. Since 80 percent of the budget is for employee salary/benefits, it would be difficult to avoid staff reductions without some concessions. I would priori-tize all spending items and evaluate each program for its costs and benefits. I would ask our teachers and staff for innovative ideas and new ap-proaches to accomplish this objective with minimal im-pact to our students. I would solicit community participa-tion and support in guiding the District in making these difficult decisions. What are other key issues facing Lakeville schools, and what actions do you propose?

We need to restore trust in the board through honesty, trans-parency, and communication. I have a business-like ap-proach to planning and bud-geting, in both good and bad economic times. All programs must be prioritized based on a cost/student benefit analy-sis, and approved programs must be sustainable over the long-term.Spending control cannot interfere with our goal of continuous improve-ment in student achievement. Our School Board needs to have a vision, to find ways to improve current programs, and learn from what has suc-ceeded elsewhere. Today’s economy requires innovation to provide an excellent edu-cation for our students. They deserve nothing less.

Randy Pronschinske

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Even during these demanding economic times, Lakeville remains among the best places to live, work, and raise a family. I am seeking re-election to continue being your advocate and a champion of our city for new business development, conservative fi scal budgeting, positioning our city as a regional partner and working to ensure city services are a value for the taxes paid.

I am proud to be a resident of Lakeville for the past sixteen years. This is the community that my husband and I chose to raise our children in. I am happy to share my talents and ideas. I want to help Lakeville be the best it can be.

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Name: Jim SkellyAge: 47Occupation: Communica-tions coordinator, city of BurnsvilleAddress: 18830 Iroquois Way, LakevilleFamily: Wife, Rita, and a sophomore daughter at Lakeville North and sons who graduated in 2008 and 2010 from Lakeville schoolsQualifications: I have served on the Lakeville School Board since 2003 includ-ing terms as vice-chair and treasurer. I also serve as vice chair on the Lakeville Arenas Board of Directors and on

the MSHSL Region 1AA Committee. I hold a bache-lor of arts in speech/com-munications from the University of

Minnesota. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? My top priorities include a con-tinuing focus on improv-ing academic achievement for students, maintaining a strong financial position and keeping our community in-formed and engaged with our schools. Consider that many families move to Lakeville because of the schools. Vot-ers are attracted to a district that provides a high qual-

ity education at a reasonable price. Last year, Lakeville students averaged 23.7 on the college entrance ACT test, one of the top scores in the state. Meanwhile, Lakeville ranked 43 out of 48 metro area school districts in per pupil funding. As a board member since 2003, I have been at the table to assist in the transition to a new grade configuration and have been a key player in making deci-sions to move the district for-ward in a strategic way. Now, more than ever, that type of experience is needed on the School Board. Do you support the three levy questions that will ap-pear on the ballot in Novem-ber? Why or why not? The outcome of the November

election will make a signifi-cant difference in the lives of 11,000 students and their families. Since a levy election loss by 12 votes in 2007, the district navigated rough wa-ters cutting millions in pro-grams and increasing fees to families. Today, the State of Minnesota is not in a fi-nancial position to provide resources to maintain our programs. Our district needs to move toward stability and sustainability in program of-ferings. Local funding is es-sential to reach that goal. A yes vote on all three ques-tions is necessary to keep our schools and community strong. Lakeville’s schools face a potential budget deficit of more than $21 million for

the next biennium if all this year’s levy questions aren’t passed. How do you propose to balance the budget in that scenario? The School Board has a public input and deci-sion making process to col-lect and review information prior to making any cuts or increasing fees that has served us well in the past. That said, a $21 million re-duction over two years would require quick action and sig-nificant cuts in programs and opportunities for students. The schools we see next year could be significantly differ-ent than they are today - at all levels. To address this large deficit, I would endorse a “all items are on the table format,” but would favor cuts in programs and would resist

large fee increases. What are other key issues facing Lakeville schools, and what actions do you propose? Lakeville is a community with significant untapped potential and we should work to get all elements of our community – residents, schools, city, and businesses – unified behind a common purpose and plan for our fu-ture. Our community will al-ways demand quality services while keeping a sharp eye on taxes. We should explore ev-ery available opportunity for efficiencies including shared services and partnerships with the City of Lakeville to provide efficient and effective services and maintain a qual-ity community for us all.

Jim Skelly (incumbent)

Name: Michelle VolkAge: 49Occupation: Small-business ownerAddress: 16452 Kenosha Ave. W., LakevilleFamily: Husband, Tom, and three daughtersQualifications: District Cur-riculum Advisory Council; District Teaching and Learn-ing Council. First vice chair, Republican Senate District 36A. Past PTO President, Orchard Lake Elementary and Kenwood Trail.

F o r m e r Meals on Wheels coor-dinator. Why are you the best candidate for this office? It is crucial we

have directors on the School Board who are “big picture” thinkers, hard working and most importantly, dedicated to making decisions that best serve students and resi-dents of our district. Week after week, I have been ask-ing the tough questions on your behalf. I believe my role, as a Director on the School

Board, is to represent you. Do you support the three levy questions that will appear on the ballot in November? Why or why not? I believe in local control and having vot-ers decide what is essential for their schools. For the past eight years, the district has reduced expenditures by 14.6 million and increased revenue through fees by 1.7 million. Over 80 percent of our revenue comes from the State of Minnesota. The state is facing a huge deficit and we are not expecting any increases in revenue. School districts could even see a reduction in funding. The

challenges facing our district are so large that I feel it is im-portant for our community to have their voices heard on the district’s financial future. Lakeville’s schools face a potential budget deficit of more than $21 million for the next biennium if all this year’s levy questions aren’t passed. How do you propose to balance the budget in that scenario? Budget adjust-ments are nothing new to the district. It is important that the community is a part of the process in balancing our budget. Many ideas have been on the table in recent years and will be considered

again. All programs should be evaluated for their impact on our student’s academic success. I will work with our state and federal legislators to eliminate ineffective and expensive mandates that lim-it our ability to structure our programming to meet our community’s needs. My pri-ority will continue to be on supporting a budget focused on student achievement and academic excellence. What are other key issues facing Lakeville schools, and what actions do you propose? By 2014, we are required by Federal mandate to have 100 percent of our students test

at grade level in reading and math. Our English as a Sec-ond Language (ESL) student population continues to grow by 20 percent a year. The challenge for our ESL teach-ers is to collaborate with classroom teachers to accel-erate the learning of ESL stu-dents to meet the Adequate Yearly Progress targets. A Professional Learning Com-munity is a team of teachers who focus on student learn-ing, analyze data and imple-ment strategies to improve achievement of all students. I support PLCs as they are vital to student success.

Michelle Volk (incumbent)

Facing a $21.2 million bud-get deficit over the next bienni-um, the Lakeville Area Public School District will have three levy questions on the Nov. 2 ballot. The three levies – one a tax neutral reauthorization of an existing referendum, and two questions seeking new funding

– would cost a $250,000 home, average for the community, $348 a year, or $29 a month, in new property taxes. The first question voters will see is a tax neutral reau-thorization of a 2003 referen-dum. The $250 per pupil levy was originally passed to cover the operational costs of Lakev-ille South High School, district Superintendent Gary Amoroso said. The 10-year renewal will generate more than $5.8 mil-lion over the biennium and cut

the deficit to $15.4 million. The second question is for authorization of a new $524 per pupil levy. The 10-year measure will cost the average home $299 annually and will generate $12.4 million over the biennium, cutting the district’s deficit to $3 million. The final question is a one-time technology infusion of $940,000 to purchase 875 new computers. The one-time tax impact is $39 on a $250,000 home.

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Name: Mitch Scott Age: 44 Occupation: Sergeant/police officerAddress:19397 Elkridge Trail, FarmingtonFamily: Wife, Angie; son, Hunter, 11; daughter, Hailey, 5Qualifications: I have 24 years of extensive law enforcement experience working with fed-eral, county and city govern-ment. I have worked Customs, Immigration and Narcotics, provided security for the presi-dent of the United States and

other digni-taries, and been a jailer, patrol officer, detective and sergeant. I have worked in the largest jail in Min-

nesota, and understand the day-to-day operations of how both a sheriff ’s office and po-lice department operate. I have a good working relationship with the current labor unions and have been recognized for my leadership ability — some-thing the Sheriff ’s Office is currently missing.

Why are you running for office and why should people vote for you? I am running for the office of sheriff because I believe the current administra-tion has failed to lead the de-partment properly. It has had several employees either em-bezzle money from inmates, have affairs with inmates or steal automobiles. And most recently, the sheriff himself has violated the Federal La-bor Standard Act. It is time for the sheriff to get back to the grass roots of what a sher-iff once was, be more involved in the communities and assist the local police departments

when possible. The sheriff also needs to work more closely with other agencies within the county. Operating the Dakota County Jail is the primary responsibility of the Dakota County Sheriff ’s Office and housing the increasing number of inmates can be challenging. Considering the financial con-straints the department oper-ates within, how can the county more affordably and safely manage it populations? The jail is a very important part of the Sheriff ’s Office. I have received a copy of the current budget, and when I inquired

why it was just a general bud-get, the county stated it does not have a line item budget for the Sheriff ’s Office. To truly see what you are spending and where it is going, you must break it down completely to ensure you are not wasting the taxpayer’s money. You need to maintain the required staffing levels of your employees in the jail. This is currently not being done and has placed the em-ployees at risk. What issues unique to the Sheriff ’s Office most concern you, and how would you ad-dress them if elected? I believe the Sheriff ’s Office is currently

lacking leadership. The mo-rale is extremely low and they are facing several issues with regard to payroll. The cur-rent administration has failed to pay its jail booking clerks overtime for three years. It has also failed to pay the depu-ties who have worked at the Republican National Conven-tion, which is now over two years ago. It is apparent the current administration does not know how to properly manage personnel, and this will be my top priority. I must fix the damaged relationships between administration and employees.

Mitch Scott

Name: Dave Bellows (appoint-ed incumbent)Age: 55 Occupation: Dakota County sheriff Address: 17841 Jaguar Path, LakevilleFamily: Wife, Michaeleen; adult children, Bryan, Andy and Erin; grandchildren, Ava and AidanQualifications: The 10 years I managed the sheriff ’s $18 mil-lion budget and 200-employee operations as chief deputy I developed crucial executive leadership skills. Innovation

is second na-ture in law enforcement. We redesign o p e r a t i o n s constantly to redeploy re-sources ahead of innovative

criminals. Eliminating redun-dancies resulted in successful collaborations with 11 police departments; 9-1-1 dispatch; Multi-Agency Assistance Unit (SWAT); countywide Drug Task Force; traffic safety pro-grams. Dakota County is well served by this strong founda-tion of working relationships, informal and formal. This is a crucial time when experience matters. The Sheriff ’s Depart-ment alone faces $500,000 in mandatory 2011 cuts. We will

roll up sleeves and explore time-tested options that en-able us to maintain or improve services without impacting public safety (see my values and endorsements at www.bel-lowsforsheriff.com). Over 30 years of law enforcement ex-perience, education, and com-munity involvements are listed in my official resume at www.co.dakota.mn.us/sheriff (19 years, Lakeville Police Depart-ment; 15 years, executive-level leadership). Why are you running for office and why should people vote for you? My law enforce-ment career evolved as Dakota County evolved, and today I seek election as the most qualified candidate for sheriff. Over the past 30 years, Dakota County became the fastest-

growing county in Minnesota. Remarkably, this remains one of the safest places to live, work or visit. The sheriff is responsible to “keep and pre-serve the peace of the county.” Therefore, it’s necessary to keep a steady hand on what’s work-ing well. But change is inevi-table, and I am also running to quickly confront crime trends and create sheriff ’s services to accomplish our mandate in an ever-changing environment. Operating the Dakota County Jail is the primary responsibility of the Dakota County Sheriff ’s Office, and housing the increasing number of inmates can be challenging. Considering the financial con-straints the department operates within, how can the county more affordably and safely manage

its populations? I confront es-calating county jail costs with a reputation for results. Com-mon-sense decisions cut inmate meal costs to $1.30 per serving; in 2006, I worked on legislation to cap medical costs. Taxpayers have saved $1.2 million without compromising inmate health. This year we project savings of $60,000 obtaining inmate med-ications via mail order. I be-lieve we must hold inmates ac-countable, relieving the burden on taxpayers. Booking fees, medical co-pays and “pay to stay” fees for convicted inmates generated revenues of over $600,000 since 2006. There’s no daytime TV; instead, in-mates are encouraged to attend programs to face their personal problems. What issues unique to the

Sheriff ’s Office most concern you, and how would you address them if elected? My greatest concern is public safety. That’s my No. 1 job. I never take our low crime rates for granted. One no-cost strategy for keep-ing everyone safe involves citi-zens looking out for one anoth-er. The best law enforcement agency in the country is not as powerful as a neighbor pay-ing attention when “something isn’t right” and calling police. The best free strategy for vot-ers to accomplish public safety goals is continuity in the Sher-iff ’s Office. We need to keep working without disruption; rely on years of executive expe-rience, and tested, professional collaborations for results. The citizenry deserves nothing less.

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Name: Tim BlakelyAge: 47 Occupation: First Judicial Dis-trict judge, state of MinnesotaAddress: Dakota County, P.O. Box 211468, EaganFamily: Married, childrenQualifications: Dakota County resident for over 20 years. Re-tired from 21 years combined active and reserve Navy service as an enlisted man, cryptology

officer and in-telligence of-ficer. For 21 years I hon-ored the oath to support and defend our Constitution; I routinely exer-

cised impartial authority. Now I deal daily with sworn testimony, trial evidence and constant de-mands for impartial, effective justice. To uphold this neces-sary level of impartiality, I have made my official position public since the year 2000 that I decline

to seek or accept endorsements. In 2005, awarded the Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal for work on Minne-sota Homeland Defense. I have served as adjunct professor of law at William Mitchell, Ham-line, and University of Minne-sota law schools. Why are you running for office and why should people vote for you? I have always felt honored to serve as judge. I am respon-sible for a weighted average of more than 5,300 cases annually. Our chief judges have assigned me to frequently handle serious

felony cases, sexually dangerous person commitments, traffic, family and civil cases in Dakota County over the past 11 years. I believe that I have developed real skills to help people resolve conflict and I move high-volume calendars very effectively. The best way I can continue to serve our community is to serve as a judge. Do you favor changing Min-nesota’s law to have judges ap-pointed instead of elected? Why or why not? The preference of voters must be paramount in de-ciding how judges are selected.

Judicial accountability after se-lection is equally important to our community. Because judges necessarily have an interest in this issue, I believe it is best that we judges listen to the voice of our constituents and not dictate which selection process is best. Describe one quality that you possess which makes you a good judge and explain why. People tell me frequently that I am a fair and understanding judge, and this comes from having the proper patience for this position. I am a good listener, and I have real skills to help people solve

their most difficult problems. I have appreciated this posi-tive feedback for over 11 years as your judge. Recent efforts to politicize the judiciary present a danger to our impartial courts. For 21 years as an enlisted man and officer in the U.S. Navy and reserve, I was called upon to ex-ercise impartial authority as a part of my regular duties. Have trust and confidence that I will continue to listen, remain fair, and reject all partisan influence as your judge.

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and criminal defense. For the past 21 years, I have served as a criminal prose-cutor, handling major felony offenses such

as homicide and child sexual as-sault. I have briefed and argued many cases before the Minnesota Court of Appeals and the Min-nesota Supreme Court. I have lived in Red Wing for 25 years and have been very active in my community. I recently completed two terms on the Red Wing Hu-man Rights Commission, and

served as president of the state-wide League of Minnesota Hu-man Rights Commissions. In 2009, I organized and served as moderator for a community fo-rum and workshop on how lo-cal courts are responding to civil rights issues. Why are you running for office and why should people vote for you? Because of the serious mis-conduct of the incumbent, result-ing in suspension by the Supreme Court, I feel compelled to run. As a felony prosecutor, I have become accustomed to making decisions that literally change people’s lives. This judgeship is seated in Goodhue County. It is

my home, and I have a history of public service in that commu-nity. I have known the two other Goodhue County judges for over 25 years. I have visited with them about the needs of the judicial system in Goodhue County, and I will work with them to keep that system running efficiently and fairly. Do you favor changing Minne-sota’s law to have judges appoint-ed instead of elected? Why or why not? As a result of recent U.S. Su-preme Court rulings, I am con-cerned about the future of our judicial elections. Other states have experienced highly partisan and corporate-funded judicial

elections. Because we have been able to avoid that fate in Min-nesota, however, I am not ready to say that the voters should be disenfranchised from voting for judges. We must be able to bal-ance a candidate’s First Amend-ment rights against the need of the electorate to receive unbiased information about the candi-dates. Furthermore, there are in-herent risks that the appointment process could become just as po-litical as a partisan election. Describe one quality that you possess which makes you a good judge and explain why. I have a strong reputation for being able to get along with just about any-

one, whether they are a colleague or an adversary. I take pride in the fact that prosecutors and de-fense attorneys, as well as civil at-torneys, are working toward my election. I work hard to treat ev-eryone with dignity and respect, including the defendants whom I am prosecuting. I want everyone who appears in my courtroom to walk out feeling that they were treated with respect and received a fair hearing. Likewise, every person appearing before me will be held to the same standard of conduct and accountability.

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should vote for me because I have proven to be a dedicated, hard-working, honest, innova-tive, and a balanced leader. I do my “homework.” I listen to all ideas. I strive to see an issue from all sides, knowing that as a board member I am charged with the task of doing what is right for students, and also what is re-

sponsible for our district. If re-elected, what are your top three priorities for bring-ing change to the Farmington School District? Continue to improve on how information is delivered to the public. I want to see this become more user-friendly and accessible, but in a way that is also district-friendly. Academics – examine areas that we are seeing high success rates

and apply these strategies to ar-eas that are struggling. I would like to see new initiatives started at the elementary levels, middle, and high school to educate our students for the world that they will be working and living in. I think there are academic areas we can build that can be unique, effective and good for students. I believe with the economic situa-tion our state is in, that districts

will need to take a serious look at their priorities and programs that are included in “public edu-cation” and that Farmington will need to utilize the talent and strengths of our district and community members to problem solve in this area. What is the best way for the school district to increase achievement in K-12 among Farmington students? Funda-

mentals and foundation will be the key to continued improve-ment. Reading, math, writing, and science are the areas that need to be solidified through ongoing overview of what our curriculum is teaching. Also, we need to look at what grade levels students are being introduced to the material, and the opportu-nities for advancement in these areas. I believe that more inten-

sive, focused strategies in these areas will yield better results year after year. As a board member, my job is not to create this, but provide our superintendent with our expectations and goals, then resources and opportunities for our professionals to get the job done.

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Name: Mary Liz Holberg, in-cumbent Age: 50Occupation: Small-business ownerAddress: 12195 Upper 167th St. W., LakevilleFamily: Husband, Tom, two childrenQualifications: Lakeville resi-dent for 37 years and small business owner since 1987. Lakeville Planning Commis-sion 1989-1995, Lakeville City

Council 1996-1998, Lakev-ille Chamber of Commerce member since 1994 serv-ing on the Government Affairs com-

mittee, and founding member of the Friends of the Lakeville Area Arts Board. Former Den Mother and PTO volunteer. Why are you the best candi-date for this office? In 1992, I co-chaired the Lakeville Park Task Force which resulted in the foundation for our top-notch park and trail system. As Planning Commissioner, I worked hard to implement the ground breaking tree preserva-tion policy. In 1993, I received the national VH-1 Good News

Person Award for the Land of Amazement in North Park. As a freshman legislator, I re-ceived the League of Minneso-ta Cities Legislator of the Year award and was voted as one of the Top Five Legislators by the St. Paul Legal Ledger. Other awards I have received are the Outstanding Woman in Gov-ernment from the State Women of Today, and the Friend of the Family, from the Minnesota Family Council. I’ve chaired the Transportation Finance and Civil Law House commit-tees and served eight years on the Caucus Executive Board. It has been an honor to devote my time and talents to serving my hometown. Minnesota faces a budget deficit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8 billion. How do you pro-

pose to balance the budget? What increases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do you support? The budget deficit is not a re-sult of declining revenues. In fact, Minnesota tax collections are projected to increase 7 per-cent in the next budget cycle. I do not support raising addi-tional taxes. With little to no inflation in this economy, the state should be able to meet the needs of the residents with a 7 percent increase in spending. Minnesota household income is going down and many are unemployed. Spending should be limited to core government services. We must limit our spending to the basics and fund core government respon-sibilities. Growth in govern-ment spending should not be on autopilot.

What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? There will need to be cuts to some areas of the budget. I would pro-tect public safety, education, transportation and health and welfare services for those un-able to provide for themselves. Spending reductions should be focused on the niceties that are unaffordable in this economy. Nearly every family and busi-ness in Minnesota has been forced to make budget reduc-tions and the state can do the same. Programs that are not producing results must be elim-inated and government should act more like a business when it comes to providing the best product or service for the cost.

What are other key issues facing Minnesota, and what ac-tions do you propose? Fostering job creation is the most impor-tant issue facing the state. We need a strong job climate to re-duce unemployment and posi-tion Minnesota to be competi-tive in the global market of the 21st century. Minnesota has a strong education tradition and we must protect it to pro-vide a superior workforce. We must also structure a reason-able regulatory environment that fosters business growth. Most importantly, we must live within our means and avoid job killing tax increases that will burden our families and our businesses. The projected 7 percent increase in state reve-nues should be enough to fund the state’s priorities.

Mary Liz Holberg (Republican, Incumbent)

Name: Steve QuistAge: 39Occupation: Accounting man-ager for a local nonprofitAddress: 18208 Empire Trail, FarmingtonFamily: Wife, Andrea; children, Ethan, 13, Mackinley, 11, and Camden, 5Qualifications: I am an account-ing manger. Frankly, I think the Legislature could use an accountant who is committed to fiscal responsibility and ac-countability. I work for a non-profit, which, like all nonprofits in this economy, faces revenue

shortfalls and budget cuts. I bring practi-cal, common-sense skills to the table. Why are you the best candidate for

this office? My political inspira-tion centers on the future of my three boys. They motivate me to work toward a better commu-nity – a community of integrity, strength, safety and respect for all our citizens. I’m a family man with a strong faith and a desire to contribute to our exceptional state. I will help the state work toward balance. We must have good public education; safe highways, roads and bridges;

and proper state services. But we cannot leave our children and grandchildren with crip-pling debt. I am committed to decreasing the partisanship that has damaged our state govern-ment. Party politics won’t move us forward. As Democrats, In-dependents and Republicans, we work together, play together and worship together. We must come together as legislators, us-ing our common sense to solve the weighty financial problems we are now encountering. Minnesota faces a budget deficit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8 billion. How do you propose to balance the budget? What in-creases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do you support? With a $5-7 billion shortfall, we must

increase revenues and cut ex-penses. I think a lot of people feel like they have done the right thing, but are being punished because our governor and leg-islature have dug our state into a hole that will be difficult to get out of. There will be painful cuts, but along with cuts we can also expand our revenue while making it fairer. We can expand the sales tax while decreasing the rate, and ask those who have benefited in this state – the rich-est – to pay a little more until we stabilize our economy. What are your budget priori-ties? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? The programs I would protect first are the programs

we need for a strong Minne-sota: superior public education, small and large business de-velopment to bring jobs to the state, safe roads and highways, effective police and fire depart-ments, public health safety, veterans benefits, and a social services safety net for the most vulnerable Minnesotans. Before cutting entire programs and ser-vices, I believe we have to be a lot smarter in how we admin-ister them. As an accounting professional, I believe I can help fellow lawmakers analyze de-partmental financial data and develop recommendations for cost savings. What are other key issues facing Minnesota, and what ac-tions do you propose? Bolster

small businesses: The recession dried up funding to develop/improve small business. We should develop a loan program to help small businesses weather the economic crisis. Strengthen public education: We need a well-educated workforce to keep our economy strong. Among our needs are smaller K-12 class size and affordable tuition at public colleges. Re-form property taxes: An elderly couple on a small fixed income should not pay the same tax as their neighbor who is a well-paid professional. We can’t de-crease the revenue, but we can have a system that is more just, based on income or spending.

Steve Quist (DFL)

Name: Dave ThompsonAge: 49Occupation: Self-employed attor-ney and consultantAddress: 9175 211th St. W., LakevilleFamily: Wife, Rhonda, chil-dren, Amanda, 17, Phil, 15Qualifications: I have been a stu-dent of public policy and politics my entire adult life. In addition to practicing law, I spent over 10 years as a radio and televi-

sion political analyst and commentator. These varied ex p e r i e n c e s have given me exposure to many differ-ent kinds of

people, businesses and civic or-ganizations. Why are you the best candidate for this office? The best candidate for office is one who is qualified for the job, and whose views are most consistent with the views of the constituents.After months of campaigning, it has become clear that people in this Senate district are primarily concerned about two issues: job growth and

excessive government spending. I am a student of economics and have been a small business owner for over 16 years. Like the folks I talk to every day, I am commit-ted to policies that will help busi-nesses provide good jobs. It has always been my position that the only way to grow the economy, thereby creating jobs, is to cre-ate an economic environment in which businesses thrive. That is why my top priorities as a legis-lator will be regulatory reform, keeping the lid on taxes, and cut-ting government spending. Our economic future is dependent upon the health of private sector businesses. Minnesota faces a budget defi-cit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8

billion. How do you propose to bal-ance the budget? What increases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do you support? How do we solve Minnesota’s projected $5.8 bil-lion budget deficit? Stop spend-ing money. Minnesota has one of America’s most generous so-cial services systems. Most Min-nesotans believe there should be more stringent residency and other requirements for collect-ing public benefits. In addition, we need to reform our agencies to make them more efficient and avoid duplication. Many func-tions could be outsourced to the private sector, thereby saving money and creating private sec-tor jobs. We do not need more revenue, and I will oppose any

budget proposal that includes a tax increase. What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? If you take time to look at the state budget, you will see that Health and Human Services, Education and Transportation consume about 80 percent of the budget. Therefore, we must be willing to look at these bud-get items. The state has a consti-tutional duty to provide a base level of education. However, sav-ings could be realized by cutting down on state mandates while cutting the funds that go with those mandates. What are other key issues fac-

ing Minnesota, and what actions do you propose? Integrity of the electoral process will also be a priority for me if I am elected to the state Senate. It is time for photo ID in Minnesota. Sec-retary of State candidate Dan Severson has made this impor-tant issue front and center in his campaign. I am fully supportive of this important fraud prevent-ing measure. Healthcare is an-other issue that is important to all Minnesotans. I will support an attorney general who will join the lawsuit challenging the con-stitutionality of “Obamacare.” In addition, we need to decrease regulation, and create a more competitive economic environ-ment in healthcare.

Dave Thompson (Republican)

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Name: Colin LeeAge: 31Occupation: Software engi-neerAddress: 17372 Jalisco Lane, LakevilleFamily: EngagedQualifications: I have been involved in my community through Lakeville Lions, Lakeville Friends of the En-vironment, Toastmasters, and charities like Feed My Starving Children and Habi-tat for Humanity. Why are you the best can-didate for this office? Ronald

Reagan once said, “Poli-tics is the second oldest p ro f e s s i o n . … It bears a striking re-semblance to the first.”

As one of the few can-didates who reject all PAC, lobbyist, and corporate do-nations, I am the only can-didate who honestly repre-sents Lakeville voters. My vote is not for sale. I am not a career legislator, but an en-gineer. As an engineer, solv-ing problems is my day job. I know how to gather require-ments, seek and evaluate the most successful solutions,

produce a design, review it, solve the problem, and then gather feedback to improve the finished product. These skills would be a rare com-modity in our Legislature. I have vowed to work towards making Minnesota a model of efficiency. I will work with legislators on both sides to make this happen. In 2002-03, Minnesota Republicans made 15 year record spend-ing increases that are unbro-ken today. No party has a magic spending wand. Minnesota faces a budget deficit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8 billion. How do you propose to balance the bud-get? What increases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do

you support? The only hon-est solution to a deficit larger than state payroll requires cuts and fairly raised revenue. We must reduce government health insurance costs, which are 40 percent of the bud-get. According to reports, 31 percent of American health costs are overhead and 15 percent are billing fraud. I will make it my mission to improve this. Also, my op-ponent voted against SF915, a bill which saves one billion dollars in 10 years by pooling K-12 teacher health policies statewide. We should seek revenue from Sunday liquor sales, which a 2010 study shows would raise $16-20 million per budget.

What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and servic-es would you protect first? Which would you cut first? Education, public safety, and transportation are my high-est budget priorities. These represent key responsibili-ties of government. We will need to cut the fastest grow-ing areas: health and human services and corrections. We must solve out-of-control health overhead and fraud costs or else both businesses and government are at risk. What are other key issues facing Minnesota, and what actions do you propose? Prop-erty taxes and tuition are ex-ploding due to state aid cuts

and cost growth. From 2002-2008, homestead property taxes grew 70 percent state-wide while school, city, and county revenues fell. While state and federal taxes were only reduced, these grow-ing costs are the primary reason we’re “taxed enough, already.”High property taxes and tuition are not a budget solution. When income dives, these remain high. They have harmed our recovery by tip-ping Minnesotans over the edge. Together, let’s get fi-nances in order and increase state aid to our schools, cit-ies, and county, to maintain necessary infrastructure for a strong economy.

Colin Lee (DFL)

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Name: Sigrid IversenAge: 42Occupation: EducatorAddress: 20676 Jaguar Ave., LakevilleFamily: Allen, four childrenQualifications: Luther College, history, political science, ed-ucation. Master’s of science in library media, Mankato State University. Teacher, Eagan High School, 14 years.

I n v o l v e -ment in or-ganizations: St. John’s L u t h e r a n C h u r c h , L a k e v i l l e E d u c a t i o n Foundation,

ECFE Advisory Board, and Curriculum Advisory Coun-cil. Why are you the best candidate for this office? I will provide balanced leadership with a fresh perspective. I am inter-ested in working corrobora-

tively with all of the citizens of District 36B to ensure the future of their communities. Minnesota faces a budget defi-cit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8 billion. How do you propose to bal-ance the budget? What increases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do you support? It is about balance and working together. We will not solve this budget from the fringes. Common ground is very im-portant to meeting this chal-lenge. We need to look for places that can be more effi-cient. If additional revenue is

needed then we will have to be creative. We need to make sure that one segment of our community is not responsible for any sort of revenue in-crease. What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? Education and transpor-tation. We need both to build strong communities and de-velop our economy. Educa-tion provides the “human infrastructure” that is needed for our future. We need to

make sure that funding for our kids is predictable and consistent. Roads and infra-structure literally provides businesses with the move-ment of people that is crucial to sustaining business and supporting our schools and communities. These have shared benefits to so many of the members of our towns and cities. What are other key issues fac-ing Minnesota, and what actions do you propose? Jobs. We have a wonderful opportunity to help many of those out of

work. Sustainable projects such as transportation and infrastructure-related jobs are an option that will pro-vide communities with the services that they need and put people back to work. Small businesses need help in employing people as well. Tax incentives for hiring new workers and making health care more affordable are just a few ways that we can make the climate for jobs better for everyone.

Sigrid Iversen (DFL)

Name: Pat GarofaloAge: 39Occupation: Network engineerAddress: 5997 193rd St. W., FarmingtonFamily: Married (Julie), two childrenQualifications: Three-term legislator in the Minnesota House of Representatives; ranking minority lead on the K-12 Finance Commit-tee; named to the American Council of Young Political Leaders

Why are you the best candi-date for this of-fice? Like the citizens of our district, I believe the best way to create jobs is

for our government to reduce debt and spend less money. With all the excessive spend-ing and debt being added by our government, now is the time to have elected officials who understand prudent fis-cal policies. In the last ses-sion, I was named the minor-ity lead on the K-12 Finance Committee. In this role, I’ve worked with both Republi-cans and Democrats to re-

form our education system and fight the 1950s mindset that the leadership of the teachers union possesses. I have been an aggressive ad-vocate for reforming our ed-ucation system to be a child-focused system as opposed to the current model, which serves the needs of the adults first. I believe these posi-tions and values are exactly what the citizens of our area expect from their representa-tive. Minnesota faces a budget deficit in 2012-13 estimated at $5.8 billion. How do you propose to balance the budget? What in-creases in taxes or other revenue, if any, do you support? Transi-tion new (not existing) state

employees to a 401k retire-ment model instead of the current pension model. Re-form the Local Government Aid formula so that property tax assistance is given to the individual instead of to an-other unit of government. Redesign the wasteful and ineffective integration fund-ing formula. Pass the Early Graduation Achievement Act, which would give schol-arships to students to gradu-ate early. Motivates kids, saves the state money, makes college more affordable. I am opposed to increasing those taxes which would cre-ate barriers to job creation. Taxes on savings and invest-ment need to be reduced, not

increased. What are your budget pri-orities? In the event of cuts, which programs and services would you protect first? Which would you cut first? Protecting programs for the disabled and elderly. Pro-tecting funding that is spent in the classroom. I would support a redesign of Local Government Aid and reduc-tions in health care entitle-ment programs. My focus is on the outputs of service the program provides, not the in-put of dollars put into it. What are other key issues fac-ing Minnesota, and what actions do you propose? Minnesota needs term limits. I’m proud of the fact that I have a pri-vate-sector job away from the

Legislature. Unfortunately, legislators like me are becom-ing less and less common. In-creasingly, citizens see career politicians who don’t have other employment and view politics as their “job.” This leads to politicians focusing on what is in their own short-term political interests as op-posed to what is in the pub-lic’s best interest. The way to correct this is for the Legisla-ture to pass term limits. I am a strong supporter of term limits and will continue to advocate for their passage.

Pat Garofalo (Republican, incumbent)


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