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Mark Wiens (Washington County Commissioner Board District 3, Minnesota, candidate 2024)
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Mark Wiens ran for election to the Washington County Commissioner Board District 3. Wiens was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.[source]
Wiens completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Mark Wiens provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 16, 2024:
- Bachelor's: University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 1986
- Graduate: School of Advanced Military Studies, 2006
- Military service: United States Army, 1987-2017
- Prior offices held:
- Minnesota State Representative (2023-2024)
- Incumbent officeholder: No
- Campaign website
- Campaign endorsements
- Campaign Facebook
Elections
General election
General election for Washington County Commissioner Board District 3
Bethany Cox and Mark Wiens ran in the general election for Washington County Commissioner Board District 3 on November 5, 2024.
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Washington County Commissioner Board District 3
Bethany Cox, Scott Junker, Michael Schultz, and Mark Wiens ran in the primary for Washington County Commissioner Board District 3 on August 13, 2024.
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| Bethany Cox (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Scott Junker (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Michael Schultz (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Mark Wiens (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Election results
Endorsements
To view Wiens's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here. Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Wiens in this election.
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Mark Wiens completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wiens' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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My mother, a lifetime educator and my father, a World War Two veteran taught me the value of dedication, service, and doing things the right way. Their lessons shaped the leader I became in the military and they continue to guide me in public service today.
In the military I learned the value of working with people from all walks of life and diverse perspectives to achieve a common goal. As a Colonel, I served in complex, challenging situations, often in high-pressure environments handling what the military calls Wicked Complex issues.
My leadership style is collaborative, inclusive and results focused. I place a high value on civility in political discourse.- Clean water is not just an environmental issue - it's a basic necessity. In my time serving in the Minnesota Legislature I introduced and supported multiple bills safeguarding clean water for the Lake Elmo and the East Metro communities. We must continue to prioritize the protection of our water resources, ensuring that future generations inherit a county where clean, safe drinking water is the norm, not a privilege.
- Safe roads are important for our community's vitality and economic well being. I have been a champion for infrastructure improvements, including securing funding for critical projects like the Highway 36 corridor. As Commissioner I will push for continued investment in our roads and transportation systems to ensure that they remain safe and efficient for residents , commuters, and businesses alike.
- Accountability in government is not just a talking point for me - it's a core value. As a former U.S. Army Colonel and now a Minnesota State House Representative, I have a long record of demanding transparency and ensuring that government works for the people. I have successfully introduced bipartisan reforms to increase oversight and government efficiency, and I will continue this work at the county level. We all deserve a government that is transparent, responsive, and accountable to its citizens.
Washington County is a special place - our natural beauty, vibrant economy, and strong communities make it one of the best places to live, work, play and thrive.
IBEW 110 (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers); Minnesota Pipe Trades Association; Local 49 International Union of Operating Engineers; Garbage Haulers for Choice;
County Commissioner Gary Kriesel;
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
