New Sidewalks and retaining wall on the north side of Larpenteur
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New Playground equipment at Lauderdale Park
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Lauderdale is a wonderful city - a small town in the heart of the metro. We are just a few minutes from both downtowns, but we enjoy the warmth of a small town, a safe community and wonderful schools. In our small city we offer as many amenities as possible. A dog park, a nature area, a farmer's market, and the Halloween Party all contribute to our sense of community. We provide quality services to residents at a lower cost per capita than almost any nearby city. We offer many options for affordable housing. My vision is to help this great city thrive and develop while preserving its essential character. I would love to see a vital commercial district at Larpenteur and Eustis, featuring a coffee shop, an expansion of our brand-new farmer's market, and community gardens.
As a city, we are frugal and careful, but we could not provide even basic services to our residents through taxes alone. We are a small, fully developed community, with modest homes and a small business district. We are excited this year to utilize conduit bonding, and we have worked very hard with the legislature to ensure the stabilization of Local Government Aid. Our new senior housing project will generate revenue to keep our taxes lower than other local cities and provides other sources of revenue to maintain our parks and infrastructure. As a result we are fiscally sound without placing an undue tax burden on our residents.
A thriving community doesn't stop at city boundaries. We work in partnership with other communities and our county to ensure the best possible services for our residents. I serve on the boards of several organizations that advocate for the needs of cities. These relationships are critical to our excellent quality of life.
I have been delighted to welcome new business to Lauderdale, and am grateful for our local businesses who are committed to making Lauderdale a better place to live. I believe we have the opportunity to have a thriving little downtown at Eustis and Larpenteur We have limited funds as a city, but we have worked hard to plant the seeds for intentional development that will bring the city the kind of services they want and need. I would love to see a little coffee shop or a little grocery that is accessible by safe walking pathways.
I am passionate about making Lauderdale an attractive community for families and individuals with changing needs. I love working with homeowners and renters who are committed to staying in Lauderdale. We are a welcoming, thriving community that is well positioned to thrive for generations to come!
As a city, we are frugal and careful, but we could not provide even basic services to our residents through taxes alone. We are a small, fully developed community, with modest homes and a small business district. We are excited this year to utilize conduit bonding, and we have worked very hard with the legislature to ensure the stabilization of Local Government Aid. Our new senior housing project will generate revenue to keep our taxes lower than other local cities and provides other sources of revenue to maintain our parks and infrastructure. As a result we are fiscally sound without placing an undue tax burden on our residents.
A thriving community doesn't stop at city boundaries. We work in partnership with other communities and our county to ensure the best possible services for our residents. I serve on the boards of several organizations that advocate for the needs of cities. These relationships are critical to our excellent quality of life.
I have been delighted to welcome new business to Lauderdale, and am grateful for our local businesses who are committed to making Lauderdale a better place to live. I believe we have the opportunity to have a thriving little downtown at Eustis and Larpenteur We have limited funds as a city, but we have worked hard to plant the seeds for intentional development that will bring the city the kind of services they want and need. I would love to see a little coffee shop or a little grocery that is accessible by safe walking pathways.
I am passionate about making Lauderdale an attractive community for families and individuals with changing needs. I love working with homeowners and renters who are committed to staying in Lauderdale. We are a welcoming, thriving community that is well positioned to thrive for generations to come!
