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Announcement
I here by announce my candidacy for Mayor of the City of Isanti. The City we know is quickly changing. Land is being acquired in a manner that will double or triple the population of Isanti. Our city needs to make the right decisions today to properly plan for this rapid residential growth and our future.
Our city's infrastructure will quickly be overburdened in the next five years, if we do not take thoughtful, measured, and responsible action today. As Mayor, I will prepare and plan for this growth and ensure we have the tax base to support these changes. While preparing for the future, it is essential to maintain the safety and small-town feel that makes our city great. I have already examined the challenges Isanti faces. The list includes:
• Property Taxes & City Fees
• Economic Development
• Road Construction & Maintenance Costs
• Traffic Impact
• Sewer & Water Capacity
• Police & Fire Protection
• City Staff Priorities
• Park & Trail Maintenance Cost
We need a clear picture of the impact of Isanti's growth. Whether you plan to live in Isanti the rest of your life or just a few years, we must plan now to control how growth will affect our property values, taxes, and City fees. These are issues for every citizen. Our City will grow tremendously over the next five years. Isanti needs a leader with a plan and ability to implement it. With that in mind, I have laid out an aggressive agenda for 2006. My plan centers around three guiding principles:
• Citizen Safety
• Economic Reform
• Responsible City Government
Now is the time to make a choice for the future of Isanti. I ask for your support in my efforts to lead Isanti.
Together we must preserve Isanti’s Traditions while planning for the future.
