Ron Marsh (incumbent)
Age: No age given
Address: 1720 16th Street
Family: Married 49 years to Judy. Three children (one deceased)
Occupation: Mayor-City of Monroe; retired as Charted Life Underwriter, Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow.
Community involvement: Monroe Optimist Club member; past president of Southern Life Underwriters Association; president of Tracy M. Marsh Memorial Scholarship Fund; Small Business owner: Victorian Gardens Bed & Breakfast (Ronnie G. Marsh and Judith C. Marsh dba)
Education: Not given
Personal description: Monroe citizen and homeowner for 30 years; accomplished career in the insurance industry - professional advisor, life training coordinator, sales manager and sales representative.
Why are you seeking this position? What makes you the best candidate?
Four years ago, I ran as a write-in candidate for mayor. There were a number of challenges to be met, tough decisions to be made, and a number of issues to be resolved.
This administration stepped up and addressed them. We remained focused on what was in the best interest of the citizens of Monroe. Our ultimate goal is to serve you, the citizens of Monroe.
There are still some issues that need to be resolved. That's why I'm running again to be your mayor.
Holding the position of Mayor has allowed me to view what has created the problems we face. That is the first step in determining what plan of action is needed to resolve them. This administration has handled any task, problems or citizens concerns that have come before us. We will continue to do so in the future.
What role does the mayor play in Monroe's city government, and what would you do to best fill that role?
Traditionally, being mayor of the City of Monroe has been a part-time position. However, by necessity your next mayor needs to commit to 30 to 50 hours per week, for at least the next six months.
He will have to manage an operating budget of over $17 million; resolve employment issues for up to 240 employees; negotiate all types of contracts; oversee the city's fringe benefits programs; create an operating budget; market our community to outside entities; and be an ambassador for the city.
By Wisconsin State Statutes, "the mayor will take care that the city ordinances and state laws are observed and enforced and that all city officers and employees discharge their duties." This statement does not say he may whenever he wants to carry out his prescript duties.
Currently, all the above have been and will continue to be fulfilled by this administration until we have in place an individual to manage our city.
What one issue is the City of Monroe now facing, and which do you consider most important? How would you recommend the Common Council handle it?
Every issue that comes before the Common Council is important. Why? Because the end results of their decision has a direct reflection on the citizens of Monroe. Whether those issues are a water rate increase, the 8th and 9th streets project, budgeting or hiring a new employee, this Common Council is prepared to make those decisions.
This Common Council over the last four years looks at any issue from a business perspective. They already have in place the checks and balances needed to make those decisions on any given issue.
What vision of Monroe's future do you hold, and what steps does the city need to take to reach that vision?
A vision without a goal and a plan is nothing more than a dream. When this administration made to the citizens of Monroe our eight commitments, four years ago, we had a goal set and a plan of action in place.
This administration looks not just to the horizon but beyond. We have and will continue building a path to meet the future of the citizens of Monroe.
Age: No age given
Address: 1720 16th Street
Family: Married 49 years to Judy. Three children (one deceased)
Occupation: Mayor-City of Monroe; retired as Charted Life Underwriter, Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow.
Community involvement: Monroe Optimist Club member; past president of Southern Life Underwriters Association; president of Tracy M. Marsh Memorial Scholarship Fund; Small Business owner: Victorian Gardens Bed & Breakfast (Ronnie G. Marsh and Judith C. Marsh dba)
Education: Not given
Personal description: Monroe citizen and homeowner for 30 years; accomplished career in the insurance industry - professional advisor, life training coordinator, sales manager and sales representative.
Why are you seeking this position? What makes you the best candidate?
Four years ago, I ran as a write-in candidate for mayor. There were a number of challenges to be met, tough decisions to be made, and a number of issues to be resolved.
This administration stepped up and addressed them. We remained focused on what was in the best interest of the citizens of Monroe. Our ultimate goal is to serve you, the citizens of Monroe.
There are still some issues that need to be resolved. That's why I'm running again to be your mayor.
Holding the position of Mayor has allowed me to view what has created the problems we face. That is the first step in determining what plan of action is needed to resolve them. This administration has handled any task, problems or citizens concerns that have come before us. We will continue to do so in the future.
What role does the mayor play in Monroe's city government, and what would you do to best fill that role?
Traditionally, being mayor of the City of Monroe has been a part-time position. However, by necessity your next mayor needs to commit to 30 to 50 hours per week, for at least the next six months.
He will have to manage an operating budget of over $17 million; resolve employment issues for up to 240 employees; negotiate all types of contracts; oversee the city's fringe benefits programs; create an operating budget; market our community to outside entities; and be an ambassador for the city.
By Wisconsin State Statutes, "the mayor will take care that the city ordinances and state laws are observed and enforced and that all city officers and employees discharge their duties." This statement does not say he may whenever he wants to carry out his prescript duties.
Currently, all the above have been and will continue to be fulfilled by this administration until we have in place an individual to manage our city.
What one issue is the City of Monroe now facing, and which do you consider most important? How would you recommend the Common Council handle it?
Every issue that comes before the Common Council is important. Why? Because the end results of their decision has a direct reflection on the citizens of Monroe. Whether those issues are a water rate increase, the 8th and 9th streets project, budgeting or hiring a new employee, this Common Council is prepared to make those decisions.
This Common Council over the last four years looks at any issue from a business perspective. They already have in place the checks and balances needed to make those decisions on any given issue.
What vision of Monroe's future do you hold, and what steps does the city need to take to reach that vision?
A vision without a goal and a plan is nothing more than a dream. When this administration made to the citizens of Monroe our eight commitments, four years ago, we had a goal set and a plan of action in place.
This administration looks not just to the horizon but beyond. We have and will continue building a path to meet the future of the citizens of Monroe.