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Keweenaw Heartlands Recreational and Natural Resources Authority Board {_getChooseLabel(this.selections.length)}

4-year term - Vote for not more than 3

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    Russ Bjorn
    (NPA)

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    Pete Clevenstine
    (NPA)

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    Gregg Patrick
    (NPA)

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    Jon Schubbe
    (NPA)

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    George Twardzik
    (NPA)

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    Joseph R. Vairus
    (NPA)

Biographical Information

What are your priorities and how can you accomplish them?

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Occupation/Education/Background Restaurant Owner/BS Computer Science MTU, MS Educaton Administration NMU/Retired educator and currently self employed
Number of years as resident 31
Campaign Mailing Address P.O. Box 69
Copper Harbor, MI 49918
My goal is to find a practical balance that protects the land, maintains public access, supports responsible forestry, and preserves recreational opportunities for future generations. I believe the best outcomes come from finding common ground. While we may not agree on every issue, and no single organization or user group will get everything it wants, we can achieve meaningful progress by focusing on shared goals. By emphasizing responsible stewardship, public access, and the long-term interests of the Keweenaw, I believe we can work together to ensure these lands are managed wisely for generations to come.

I was raised in the Keweenaw and have spent most of my life living and working here. My lifelong appreciation for the outdoors has given me a deep connection to the natural resources that make this region unique. Through my work in our schools, I have gained insight into the diverse experiences and needs of the people who call the Keweenaw home. As a local business owner, I understand the economic importance of our natural resources and their role in supporting our communities. As a landowner, I have firsthand experience with the responsibilities and challenges of land stewardship and management. I believe these experiences provide me with a balanced perspective that I can bring to the Board.
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