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Candidate Profile: Mike Hasse
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Town of Sylvester

Incumbent Anna Anderson is unopposed for Town of Sylvester Chair. Incumbent Terry Reed is unopposed for First Supervisor. Jim Geisking is challenging incumbent Mike Hasse for Second Supervisor. Lynn Lokken is running for clerk/treasurer.

Position: 2nd Supervisor

Age: 51

City/Town of residence: Sylvester Township

Family: My wife, Holly and my son, Alex

Education: Associates Degree Business Administration, Blackhawk Technical College

Occupation: Self employed farmer

Previous elected positions held: 2nd Supervisor for Sylvester Township for 6 years



What are the top issues facing this district/municipality and how would you work to resolve it?

The top issue for Sylvester Township is CAFOS. Local governments have the option to submit more stringent ordinances on CAFO's to DATCP. Without DATCP's approval, our township is at risk for litigation. This may be a costly battle if we can't come to an agreement with the CAFO's.



What are other key issues facing the district/municipality, and how would you work to resolve them?

Another key issue is road maintenance. Sylvester township road maintenance budget consists of monies left after all township bills are paid. Any unforeseen costs would take away from the road maintenance fund.



Why are you the best candidate for this office?

I believe that I am a good candidate for this position because my conservative and practical approach to life helps me make good choices for the township.