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Inver Grove Heights City Council Member Choose 2

As local legislators who sometimes have executive power, council members can propose ordinances, set administrative policy, and authorize the budget proposed by the mayor. They oversee all city activities, including city services, programs, licensing, and public safety. Mayoral appointments to city government typically require council approval.Voting in local elections is important - learn more here: Why Vote for City Council

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Craig Kromrey (NP)

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Why are you the best candidate for this position? (750 characters)

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If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (500 characters)

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How do you plan to engage with and represent all members of our diverse community?(500 characters)

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Matt Mills (NP)

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Campaign Website http://mattmills4igh.com
Campaign Email millsforigh@gmail.com

Why are you the best candidate for this position? (750 characters)

My campaign is about service. I am not running to advance a personal agenda. I am running because I care deeply about Inver Grove Heights and believe our city deserves leadership that is practical, accountable, and focused on residents.

I bring the community involvement, professional experience, and commitment to public service needed to help guide our city through the challenges and opportunities ahead.

If elected, I will be accessible and responsive to residents, transparent about how and why decisions are made, and committed to listening to all perspectives before reaching a conclusion. I will put facts and the needs of our community ahead of politics, work collaboratively to find solutions, and make difficult decisions when necessary.

If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (500 characters)

I will support small businesses, protect taxpayer dollars, and promote smart, responsible growth. My focus is on ensuring development benefits residents, strengthening our local economy, and making thoughtful decisions that preserve the quality of life that makes Inver Grove Heights a great place to live.

How do you plan to engage with and represent all members of our diverse community?(500 characters)

Beyond email, phone, and social media, I would host a monthly "Coffee with the Councilman" gathering. Residents could meet with me at a local coffee shop, park, or community space to discuss city issues, share concerns, provide feedback on council decisions, and help shape the future of Inver Grove Heights. Good government starts with listening.

What steps will you take to ensure transparency and accountability in city government? (500 characters)

Beyond hosting regular community gatherings, I believe city government must be more transparent and accessible. City financial information should be easier to find and updated more frequently, and council meetings should be summarized in a clear, easy-to-understand format. Residents deserve to know not only what decisions are being made, but why they are being made and how they impact our community.

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Tia Salscheider (NP)

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Stephanie Lee Shepherd Sandbeck (NP)

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Tony Scales (NP)

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telephone 651-900-4614

Why are you the best candidate for this position? (750 characters)

I'm the best candidate because I combine deep community roots with proven results. As a lifelong resident who has choosen to raise my family here, I understand what makes Inver Grove Heights home. My 14 years on Planning Commission and 4 years on Council demonstrate real commitment. I bring an engineer's problem-solving approach to balancing growth with community character, strengthening our tax base, and funding essential services. I've consistently prioritized first responders and improved communication. Most importantly, I listen. You elected me to serve your interests, not personal agendas. My collaborative leadership ensures every voice matters. I have the experience and track record to keep making Inver Grove Heights even better.

If elected, what will your top three priorities be and why? (500 characters)

My top 3 are economic development to strengthen our tax base and reduce resident burden, smart development that provides diverse housing while maintaining community character, and fully supporting our first responders with the resources they need. These priorities work together attracting quality businesses creates jobs requiring housing, which generates tax revenue funding excellent public safety services. My engineering background and local experience position me to deliver results.

How do you plan to engage with and represent all members of our diverse community?(500 characters)

I believe every voice matters regardless of background or viewpoint. I'll remain accessible through personal responses to calls and emails, informal community sessions, and actively listen before making decisions. My collaborative leadership style brings diverse perspectives together to find solutions for all residents. Transparency and open dialogue aren't just promises, they're how I lead daily. I work for you, my commitment is ensuring all Inver Grove Heights feel heard and represented.

What steps will you take to ensure transparency and accountability in city government? (500 characters)

I'll advocate for clear budget summaries in plain language, not government jargon. Support complete financial analyses for major projects showing real costs and benefits. Host informal community sessions and remain personally accessible via email and calls. I'll explain my votes publicly, especially on controversial decisions, residents deserve to know not just how I voted but why. Transparency builds trust. My commitment is treating taxpayers as owners of their city because I work for you.

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Kevin Sethre (NP)

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Mary T'Kach (NP)

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