Dunn County Sheriff Choose 1
Sheriffs have the authority to enforce laws in cities, towns, and rural areas. Some of their duties include making arrests, enforcing all state and local laws, attending district court, maintaining jail facilities, and serving legal papers.
Biographical Information
Campaign Email
Kuhndog99@yahoo.com
Campaign Phone Number
7015904144
What are your top priorities?
I have and will continue to:
Keep Our Kids Safe
Keep Drugs Out
Keep Dunn County Safe
What is the biggest issue facing the sheriff’s department right now?
Recruiting and retaining officers who want to come to rural ND.
What is your assessment of the department’s budget, and is there any room for improvement?
We have an adequate budget. We are up-to-date with technology and dont foresee any over expenditures in the near future.
How would you describe your leadership style, and how does that qualify you for the position of sheriff?
I have been a dedicated careerlaw-enforcement officer for 28 years and know what works and what doesn’t. I am a mentor. I want people to succeed in their careers and learn how to serve their communities.
What would you do to maintain trust between law enforcement and county residents?
We have a great working relationship with our community. The sheriffs department does not say no whenever we are asked. We attend community functions and are a vital part of our community.
Biographical Information
What are your top priorities?
My priorities are building and maintaining a strong organizational foundation, supporting and developing our people, maintaining strong core public safety services, and using resources responsibly. I also want strong community and agency partnerships and greater transparency in practice by proactively sharing useful information so residents can evaluate for themselves how their Sheriff’s Office is performing.
What is the biggest issue facing the sheriff’s department right now?
Externally, I believe one of the biggest challenges is providing consistent public safety across a large, rural county with changing needs. Internally, I believe the biggest challenge is making sure the organization can sustain what we ask of it. That means retaining and developing people, preserving institutional knowledge, keeping policies and training current, and making sure our core responsibilities don't get lost as we add people, programs and capabilities.
What is your assessment of the department’s budget, and is there any room for improvement?
From outside the office, I don't have all the information behind every spending decision. I do believe there are opportunities to evaluate discretionary spending and prioritize resources based on demonstrated need, impact on core services, long-term sustainability, and the alternatives available to us. More spending doesn't automatically mean better public safety. I want our budget to reflect what our communities and our people actually need.
How would you describe your leadership style, and how does that qualify you for the position of sheriff?
My leadership style is present, accountable and focused on giving people the tools and support they need to do their jobs well. I believe in clear expectations, developing people, listening to those closest to the work, and holding myself to the same standards I expect from others. My experience as a deputy, supervisor and trainer, combined with my education and continued preparation, has prepared me to lead that way.
What would you do to maintain trust between law enforcement and county residents?
I believe that trust grows when people feel communicated with, heard and respected, even if/when we don't agree on something. I also believe the Sheriff has a responsibility to keep that communication going rather than placing the burden on residents to come looking for information. I would proactively share useful information about the office's work, priorities and performance, listen to concerns, and explain decisions whenever we can legally and responsibly do so.