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Candidate Profile Published Wednesday, February 27 08:30:05 AM |
| Name: | Marvin D. Johnson |
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| Office: | Independence Mayor | |
| Incumbent: | Yes | |
| City of residence: | Independence | |
| Background: | Lifetime resident; have served the city in some capacity since 1973; graduated from Orono High School, the University of Minnesota School of Agriculture and served in the military. I?m a self-employed farmer and have been available to negotiate and represent the city in all levels of government. | |
| Endorsements: | Not seeking endorsements. | |
| Most important issue: | As mayor I would continue the past course of open, deliberative, respectful government. The direction of the new Comprehensive Land Use Plan being developed by our citizens will give continued direction and maybe change for more development. Vigilance to our city budget and staffing will be a priority so that we can continue to provide the needed services and safety that our residents expect. Planning for sewer expansion around the lakes, the preservation and planning of the Hwy. 12 corridor, and continued cooperation with the schools and the neighboring cities are ongoing tasks. |