Bemidji City Council Member Ward 5
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Bill Batchelder
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Lynn Eaton
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Why are you the best candidate for this position? (750 characters)
If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (500 characters)
How do you plan to engage with and represent all members of our diverse community?(500 characters)
What steps will you take to ensure transparency and accountability in city government? (500 characters)
Contact Phone
218-368-3406
The Bemidji Community has blessed me with incredible opportunity to be successful. It is now my time to share with the residents of Bemidji my success. Working hard, listening, and doing the right thing are values that are core in my Heart.
I Was:
Born in Bemidji
I grew up in Bemidji
I was educated in Bemidji
I know the people of Bemidji
I know the history of Bemidji
I work in Bemidji
I Love Bemidji
I want Bemidji to be successful, safe, and comfortable for all, no matter your lot in life.
“Bemidji First City of the Mississippi, Big enough to be convenient, Small enough to be comfortable.” Jim Stanton
#1. Working hard to expand the tax base in Bemidji. We are currently 4th in the state for tax exempt property, sitting at over 50% Tax Exempt, I will work hard to increase taxable property while maintaining our incredible non-profit tax exempt organizations. #2 Individual Home Ownership #3 Growth in oor Technology Park, Airport Park, and Industrial Park. #4 Public Safety, critical important for all our residents.
I want to hear the concerns of Citizens. Open-door policy, call or better yet stop by anytime. Most days you can find me at Bemidji Woolen Mills. I am a good listener.
I know first hand the importance of being transparent in governing.
The utmost transparency is key in our form of government. Very much dislike back door deals.
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