On Tuesday, August 14, the Common Council will consider an ordinance I proposed that would create term limits for the mayor and alderman. "They can't argue they're worried that disclosure will interfere with parent-school communications, because these are broader lists of community members.". Rob was first elected to his position in 2013. Regardless of your preconceived notions, Mequon employees are a dedicated group. As the President and CEO of Corporate Group, Inc., Bill brings 30+ years of Executive Leadership experience specializing in operational and managerial success to the Common Council. State: Wisconsin. My name is Kelly Tolocko, and I am running for District 2 Alderwoman of Mequon.. Ensure your voice is heard. The district denied Gierl's request on Nov. 24, which led Gierl to file a new request Dec. 14 with a shortened time span of six months instead of two years and requested "data going back just six months from today 12/14/2021." Talk to the press. The ordinance would limit any person from holding any one office for more than 12 consecutive years. For many of us, that would be one of the things we consider when voting (I am a 40+ year resident). Additionally, Kathleenis also a Board Member of theOzaukeeCounty Jail Literacy Project. Please contact me at 414-651-7773 or tolocko4mequon@gmail.com. Moreover, to ensure it is not personal, the new ordinance would only kick-in after an existing alderman or the mayor is elected four more times (I promise you I will not run four times I term limited myself as an alderman). Rob holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration and Marketing Management from the University of Saint Thomas. So are open records and open meetings. But that good? Voters are engaged. Mequon alderman said he will listen, collaborate and compromise for better outcomes District 8 Alderman Andrew Nerbun MEQUON District 8 Alderman Andrew Nerbun has announced his candidacy for Mequon mayor. ARGUMENT: Term limits are anti-democratic.THE TRUTH: Poppycock. Kathleen is an activemember of the Thiensville-Mequon Rotary Club. Ensure your proposals move forward. The selected candidate will then be sworn and seated at the meeting. Even 100 people showing up at a meeting does not necessarily indicate a majority opinion. If holding the office is that important to you, then you probably should not hold office. Bill holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance and Entrepreneurial Studies from Babson College. I tried to follow these rules when I served on the Council, and I will try to follow themagain if I am reelected in April. 1 talking about this. They care, work hard and generally do a good job. Please see the Elections Page for more information. They brazenly and repeatedly disregard the law," Gierl said in the statement. More:Four candidates advance to April general election in Mequon-Thiensville School Board race, More:Mequon-Thiensville schools appeal order to release parent email addresses to alderman, "MTSD has no excuse not to turn over those records," Kamenick said in the emailed statement. Do what you think is right, not what staff thinks is right. Glenn Bushee has been Alderman for District 2 since April of 2017 and currently serves on theFinance Personnel Committee andthePublic Safety Committee. Plus, people in Mequon have been blessed with generally good government. MEQUON -- There is a hotly-contested mayor's race in Mequon, and one of the candidates has been forced to call police. About City of Mequon issues: "I find it shameful that MTSD wastes taxpayers' money to defend their illegal conduct. Occasionally, they may have their own politics and agenda and, on some issues, they might not agree with you and your constituents. Plus, even without term limits, most of the current Common Council has not lived in Mequon for 25+ years, yet most do not want radical changes. The new lawsuitcomes after Gierl won his original lawsuit in October. District 2 Alderman Term Date: 2020 to 2023 Phone Number: (262) 242-6112 Email: gbushee@ci.mequon.wi.us Profile: Glenn Bushee has been Alderman for District 2 since April of 2017 and currently serves on the Finance Personnel Committee and the Public Safety Committee. Often, the other side is the majority view. Glenn has experience as a credit analysis, small business owner, project manager, and data analysis. Be polite in return. In fact, with term limits, they are more likely to have a choice. Mark Gierl won an open records lawsuit against the Mequon-Thiensville School District in October, he is suing the district again,. Authorized and paid for by Friends of John Wirth. All rights reserved. Ozaukee County Economic Development Corporation, Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. His determination in the face of some significant head winds made it possible for the City of Mequon to pass good common-sense . Many people want someone in government to listen to them. As a lifelong resident of District 8, Bill serves as President of the Juniper Road Corporation, representing thirty-seven households. Andrew Nerbun. In fact, I think this is good advice for all holders of elected office. Remember, 48-1. For more information or to submit your letter of interest and resume, please contact the Clerk's Department 262-236-2911 or cfochs@ci.mequon.wi.us. Ozaukee County Circuit Judge Steven Cain ultimately ordered the district to turn over the email addressesto Gierl. Brian is actively supportive of social justice organizations that advocate for women, children and families in our community and beyond. I have spent my adult life as an active participant here in Mequon, as a registered nurse in our local hospital, as a volunteer on the Mequon Fire Department, and as a volunteer in church and schools. Those interested will participate in an interview session conducted by the Committee of the Whole at 6:30 P.M. on June 7, 2022. Brian currently serves as Common Council President and sits on the Park & Open Space Committee and Finance & Personnel Committee. mayor@ci.mequon.wi.us, 8420 West Daventry Road Kathleen holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from UW-Eau Claire and went on to attend the Medical College of Wisconsin for her medical degree. 117 likes. Instead, this is a Good Government proposal that, in the long run, will serve our community well. Powered by CampaignPartner.com - Political. Additionally, all members of the Council serve as sewer and water commissioners and as members of the Citys budget-writing committee. Ozaukee County Economic Development Corporation, Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. Democracy is engaged. Enter your email address to follow this website and receive notifications of new posts by email. The last time I looked, none of our elected officials me included walks on water. Mequon, Wisconsin 53097, SIGN ORDINANCE AND FREE SPEECH: An open letter to the Common Council. These standing committees make recommendations to the full body regarding municipal projects, facilities, services, finance and personnel and the communitys health, safety and welfare. Brian received his Undergraduate Real Estate & Finance Degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison and earned a Masters Degree in Business Administration at University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. Robis a founding member and current owner of First Priority Printing. Sooner or later, you will find that, at some point, you have disagreed with everyone you know or meet. Do not just ignore it. District 3 Alderman Term Date: 2020 to 2023 Phone Number: (262) 242-6960 Email: dmayr@ci.mequon.wi.us Profile: Dale Mayr was elected to be the Alderman for District 3 in April of 1999 and presently serves on the Public Welfare Committee and Public Works Committee. Community New Residents Community Survey Community FAQ City of Mequon Weekly Bulletin City Maps They > are: In District 2, incumbent Alderman Connie Pukaite will not be seeking > reelection. Andrewcurrently works atLeonardo DRS, where he holds the position as Director of Mechanical Engineering. Follow him on Twitter at @AlecJohnson12. My name is Kelly Tolocko, and I am running for District 2 Alderwoman of Mequon. Dale attended Messmer High School, Milwaukee, WI and the University of Wisconsin -Lacrosse. Brian currentlyserves as Common Council President and sits on the Park & Open Space Committee and Finance & Personnel Committee. It is true that every 12 years they might be deprived of one potential candidate. If a policy or law is wrong, change it. Mark Gierl will keep his seat on the Mequon Common Council after beating out challenger Gregg Bach by a three-vote margin, 431-428, in the April 7 election. The Big Picture is not enough. Dale has been a resident of Mequon/Thiensville area for 38 years. Mark Gierl won an open records lawsuit against the Mequon-Thiensville School District in October, he is suing the district again, seeking to obtain access to other email distribution lists after saying the district denied his requests. Mequon, WI 53092, Caroline Fochs Do not expect a bunch of lazy bureaucrats. Glenncurrently works at Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin as a PAI Analyst III Surveillance. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. You will accomplish more if you get along with other aldermen. Step forward and be heard. Hold fast to your principles, and your agenda will follow. The City does not exist to provide them a job. The Committee, once interviews conclude, will make a recommendation to the Council, which will take formal action on the recommendation at the June 14, 2022 Council meeting. Bill (and his wife, Janet) have positively impacted Mequon for many years, and he looks forward to giving back to the community by serving in this role. M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Glenn holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from UW- Milwaukee, Mathematics, a Master of Science Degree in Economics from UW-Madison, and a Master of Science Degree in Engineering from the University of Illinois. You can make a difference. Thank you. Spending more money does not in itself solve problems. As a leader, your credibility depends completely on the way you enforce the rules youve made. It takes a couple of years to understand how city government works (and how It can be improved); however, smart people can catch on and make a difference fairly quickly (certainly by the end of their first term). Nerbun was appointed to serve as the alderman for District 8 in April 2017 and elected in 2018. As part of that presentation, I gave the following advice to prospective candidates. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel View Comments After Mequon Ald. Deputy Clerk Applicants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of the district. Dale was stationed with the25thInfantry Division, Hawaii and Department of Plan, Training, and Security of the United States out of Fort Leonardwood, Missouri. Mequon employees are a dedicated group. Three years ago, when I decided not to run again, I made a presentation at a Common Council meeting encouraging people to run to replace me. Jeffrey was first elected to his position in 2019. Right or wrong, they are good people. . The Council also has representatives on the Citys planning commission and park and library boards. Principles about governments proper role are more important than a specific agenda. Daleis currently the General Manager of Newman Chevrolet in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. The Mayor chairs meetings of the Council and its finance-personnel committee. But do not pretend that you are important. Right or wrong, they are good people. The Mayor may veto legislation. (262) 236-2911Email, Kathy Andrykowski (262) 236-2912Email, Janet Meyer MEQUON A 40-acre development proposed for the northwest corner of Port Washington and Highland roads which would require rezoning left aldermen with mixed reactions during a preliminary . Additionally, Daleis a member of Howard Schroeder Post 457 American Legion of Mequon, Wisconsin and Chevrolet Mark of Excellence. Dale Mayr was elected to be the Alderman for District 3 in April of 1999 and presently serveson the Public Welfare Committee andPublic Works Committee. Kathleen previously worked in Emergency Medicine until 2006. Term limits ensure that, at least occasionally, seats are contested. Applications from those interested should be in the form of a letter of interest and resume, and will be accepted in the Clerks Department until noon on Friday, June 3, 2022. Dale attended Messmer High School, Milwaukee, WI and the University of Wisconsin -Lacrosse. Rob was first elected to his position in 2013. I expect they know what the result would be. These are obligations and are necessary for good government. City Clerk (262) 242-3100 Mequon, Wisconsin 53097, 2017 Will See Significant Changes on the Mequon Common Council Mequon Common Council, District 4, My Role on the Mequon Common Council Mequon Common Council, District 4, John Wirth, Candidate for Mequon Mayor - Experienced Leadership for a Great Community, Paid for by Friends of John Wirth, Please Consider Serving as 4th District Alderman. Daleserved in the US ARMY from 1974 1979. Kathleencompleted a residency in both Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Listen to your common sense. Brian serves as alternate on the Planning Commission. Push hard. Kathleen currently serves on thePublic Welfare Committee andthe Public Safety Committee. Mequon-Thiensville Chamber of Commerce 6331 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI 53092 262. Gierlalso backed the recall effort financially. Position: District 1 Alderman Term Date: 2019 to 2022 Email: rstrzelczyk@ci.mequon.wi.us Phone: (262) 501-4111 Rob Strzelczyk serves the City of Mequon as the Alderman for District 1. Brian is President of PARADIGM Real Estate Corp., a commercial real estate brokerage firm that specializes in the sale and lease of industrial and investment real estate in Wisconsin. As the newest Common Council member, he serves on the Public Works Committee and the Economic Development Board. District 5 Alderman Term Date: 2020 to 2023 Phone Number: (414) 467-1213 Email: mgierl@ci.mequon.wi.us Profile: Mark Gierl was elected to be the Alderman for District 5 in April of 2014 and presently serves on the Public Safety Committee and the Public Welfare Committee. As I have watched this city grow, I am often concerned about runaway development and its impact on our our land, our quality of life, and ultimately our taxes. That does not mean that you should act obsequiously submissive. The vacancy was created by former District 8 Alderman, Andrew Nerbun, being elected as the Mayor of Mequon in the April election. Additionally, the Council relies on input from residents and recommendations from many volunteer citizen committees to ensure a citizen-centered process. Rob currently serves on the Finance-Personnel Committee and the Planning Commission. Phone messages were left with and emails were sent to Mequon-Thiensville School District officials, who did not immediately respond. Brian is President of PARADIGM Real Estate Corp., a commercial real estate brokerage firm that specializes in the sale and lease of industrial and investment real estate in Wisconsin. They have areas of expertise. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. I am a wife, a mother, a lifelong resident of Mequon, and I am passionate about our community.I have spent my adult life as an active participant here in Mequon, as a registered nurse in our local hospital, as a volunteer . Jeffrey holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Regular and Special Education from UW-Whitewater. Even when they do not like something at City Hall, they often blame it on those other people on the Common Council. 512.9358 info@mtchamber.org Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University. Most of the time, creating committees and task forces is just a way to defer making decisions. On most issues, you will make some people happy and others not. Most potential officeholders see the task of defeating an incumbent as too great. Brian Parrish, appointed on October 22, 2019, serves as Alderman for District 6. My proposal is considered a "charter ordinance"; therefore, it will require six of the eight The district also produced records of each email message sent to the list of parent email addresses from July 2018 through June 30, 2020, providing 197 pages of those emails. Just 92 votes separated Gielow and opponent, long-time Alderman Dan . You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Change what should be improved, but please do not throw out the baby with the bath water. Listen to staff. Many good ideas that have been poorly executed have come back to haunt the City. Jeffrey Hansher serves the City of Mequon as the Alderman for District 4. Dale has been a resident of Mequon/Thiensville area for 38 years. Usually, only one side of an issue speaks up. Do not just decide to spend more and think you are getting things done. He genuinely cares about our community. The Mayor recommends policies to the Council and breaks tie votes. ARGUMENT: Term limits are only needed for partisan races because of the pernicious influence of money in politics.THE TRUTH: Even though our elections are not determined by money, our results are the same incumbents keep their offices regardless of the contributions they make. Only residents residing in Wards 19 & 20 (Range Line Community Center Conference Room voting location) may vote in this election. Rob moved to the City of Mequon with his family in the 1970s and attended k-12 in the Mequon-Thiensville School District. Additionally, Brian has been a volunteer and (Past) President for several Wisconsin professional trade associations. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. You and your neighbors moved to Mequon for a reason. Daleis currently the General Manager of Newman Chevrolet in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Brian is actively supportive of social justice organizations that advocate for women, children and families in our community and beyond. Additionally, Brian has been a volunteer and (Past) President for several Wisconsin professional trade associations. If you listen, they will respect you and might come to welcome your views too. Incumbents rarely have challengers. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. This is the public Facebook page of Brian Parrish, District 6 Alderman in Mequon, Wisconsin. They care, work hard and generally do a good job. Website: As a Mequon resident for 17 years and member of the Mequon City Council for nearly 10, I consider myself fortunate to call our great city home. The race pits a. The successful appointee will fill the current seat until the April 4, 2023 Spring Election. . No court date has been set yet for the newest lawsuit, according to online court records. Use that influence. 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