Campaign Phone Number
701-899-0940
Having served the residents of Wahpeton for 12 years, 7 as a council member and 5 as Mayor, I am well versed on the roles and responsibilities of being an elected. In those 12 years I felt fully engaged on agenda items, doing my research on the topics and asking the important questions to seek justification on the pending actions,
My 3 priorities would align with what I hear the voters talking about the majority of the time, property taxes, special assessments and the proposed Wellness and Recreation Center. Making the tough decisions on city budget. Keeping the scope of work reasonable on projects that need to be assessed. Insisting on a fiscally responsible plan for proposed Wellness and Recreation Center as well as making sure it is located where it will give the most economic benefit.
A vison of growth, like it is said if you are not growing, your are going the other way.
Growth in new residential development which will include jumping the by-pass. Working with NDDOT and RRV&W railroad on safety issues. Working with developers and builders to find creative ways to minimize risk.
Growing quality of existing housing stock matching home owners to programs available to make improvements to their homes. Programs like Gate City's HIPP, Housing Improvement Partnership Program.
Social and economic prosperity go hand and hand.
Supporting local Police and their partners minimizing impact of drugs in the area and readiness to respond to any incident. Supporting local fire department, not only their safety but the service provided to the residents protecting homes and lives.
Finding the next new community friendly industry. Identifying locations available to build, all the benefits of locating here as well as working to minimize any headwinds that may still exist.
Finding new ways to incent builders while continuing with a model that was successful in the Westdale addition. It was a disappointment when the majority of the city council voted against the sale of city land for Westedale 3 because it was felt it would create competition for a residential development that has not started. That delay found the same home that sold for $200,000 going to $280,000. Finding options that are supported by the Richland Wilkin Joint Powers Authority is a must.
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