KAXE contacted every candidate twice using contact information submitted to the Secretary of State's Office to invite them to participate in our Election Guide.
Candidate responses have not been edited and are published as submitted.
As necessary, our news team added contextual information clearly marked with an "editor's note" and in italics, though responses have not been uniformly fact-checked. With our small team of three, we are unable to proactively fact check every statement made by candidates. But we will make every effort to make note of inaccuracies if they come to our attention.
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KAXE's Election Guide only includes candidates in contested races. Visit our full list of who's running for office in Northern Minnesota to see who else is on the ballot.
Pam Brons
Incumbent: Yes
KAXE did not receive a response from this candidate.
William Hendricks
Incumbent: No
KAXE did not receive a response from this candidate.
Barb Kalmi
Incumbent: Yes
KAXE did not receive a response from this candidate.
Wayne LaBine
Incumbent: Yes
Age on Election Day: 63
City/Township of residence: Keewatin
Where are you currently employed, and what is your role?
Retired
Please share any prior experience that you believe qualifies you for office.
2.5 years already served on school board
Please describe the roles and responsibilities of the office you are running for.
To provide the necessary programs for the students to thrive in. Keep a balanced budget and ensure our teachers get what they need
Why are you running for office?
I have time since retiring also we are building a new school and I have lots of construction experience
What are your priorities, if elected? Please describe specific goals.
Balance the budget keep our sports ensure quality education keep new school under budget
What do you believe are the biggest challenges facing your district, and how do you plan to overcome them?
High taxes loss of students
High taxation is a concern for many Northern Minnesotans. Please share any specific opinions you hold related to taxation, and how you plan to ensure tax dollars are used efficiently and effectively.
By keeping a balanced budget
How do you plan to improve transparency and trust in your school board?
Be available to the public.
Marjorie Sella
Incumbent: No
KAXE did not receive a response from this candidate.
Don Warwas
Incumbent: No
KAXE did not receive a response from this candidate.
Still have questions for the candidates? Contact information for all those who've filed to run for office can be found at candidates.sos.state.mn.us.
