I have been told that I did pretty well, several people expressed that I earned their votes that evening - great to hear. I look forward to serving 4 more years!
The biggest challenge to date is getting out to talk the truth about issues. Amazing, isn't it, how much someones opinion can change in an election period. Many people around town are more and more angry when approached with lies.
Here is the thing - people, just check the votes. It is easy. I have been steadfast in supporting our Police and Fire Depts, even when doing the right thing is unpopular. I have been consistent with decisions that may have some short term pain, to ensure LONG TERM health for the City of Osseo.
The Police Dept issue is still hot. People say, "When will this be decided", my response "November 6th" but, we all need to know that this issue is an annual budgetary issue - so it can go away at any time. You need to vote for consistent leadership! Again - look at the Voting Record!
The first vote came out of the blue to disband October 2011 - Motion by Bucky Hartkopf, seconded by Mayor Allan Lindquist. All of the documentation showed different, and to this date we have seen nothing different than the Sheriff's original proposal (i will be adding that very soon - look on the Documents page.)
POLICE BUILDING
I will say it now - there are many other plans for the new police station than the 1.5 million one. MANY options exist.
With that said, it is interesting to me to hear the residents of Osseo speak out on this subject. They say, clearly, that we need to do what is necessary to guarantee their safety well into the future.
On these issues, I ask for you to vote on who you think is the most honest and with the most skin in the game in Osseo. - My home, my family and my business are here!
The worst time of the year for me is the Budget approval process. I hate setting the budget and levying taxes on all of us. So Many people with different needs, but we have to look out for this COMMUNITY, not just ourselves. I take that responsibility very seriously!
Also just saw a new sign up at R&W Welding. Right next to McDonalds on Hwy 81 and 85th. Quite a statement regarding the Mayoral Race.
More to come - Stay Tuned - sign up to follow the blog for the fastest updates!
