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Steve Antolak (Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C, Minnesota, candidate 2024)
Steve Antolak ran for election to the Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C in Minnesota. He was on the ballot in the primary on August 13, 2024.[source]
Antolak completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Steve Antolak provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on July 14, 2024:
- Birth date: July 14, 1957
- Birth place: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- High school: Minneapolis Thomas A. Edison Senior High School
- Associate: University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts, 1977
- Bachelor's: University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts (Economics), 1979
- J.D.: William Mitchell College of Law, 1982
- Gender: Male
- Religion: Roman Catholic
- Profession: Attorney at Law
- Prior offices held:
- Three Rivers Park Commissioner (2013-2021)
- Boardmember Intermediate School District 287 (2005-2010)
- Boardmember Independant School District 279 (2005-2009)
- Incumbent officeholder: No
- Campaign slogan: Restore fair and civil governance to Brooklyn Park
- Campaign website
Elections
General election
General election for Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C
Shelle Page and Teshite Wako ran in the general election for Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Shelle Page (Nonpartisan) | |
| Teshite Wako (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C
The following candidates ran in the primary for Brooklyn Park City Council Ward C on August 13, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Steve Antolak (Nonpartisan) | |
| Martino Nguyen (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Wole Osibodu (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Shelle Page (Nonpartisan) | |
| Ugo Ugonwayi (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Teshite Wako (Nonpartisan) | ||
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| = candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey. | ||||
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Election results
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Antolak in this election.
Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Steve Antolak completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Antolak's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Restore Effective Governance; We deserve city leaders who treat each other with respect, listen to our concerns, and work together to find solutions. We need someone who will restore civility and decorum to our government. I will move beyond the unproductive arguments that hold us back and focus on building a brighter future for all. I have lived in Brooklyn Park 35 years. It has provided great opportunities for my family. I and love the city and all it has to offer. It is a hidden gem in the Metro Area.We deserve a government that functions with civility, respect, and a genuine desire to hear our voices. Rebuild trust by increasing transparency, accountability, and communication with residents.
- Crime is a challeng to the whole community . We must attac to root, not just the branches causing crime. Poverty, lack of opportunity, and even mental health issues can push people towards crime. We must: 1. fund programs that steer people away from crime and offer hope and success; 2. build trust between police and residents by teaching conflict resolution, de-escelation and teamwork; 3. allocate resources effectively with data driven policing and smart strategies; and 4. revitalize our community and ensure everyone feels safe; 5 clean streets and greenspace fosters a sense of ownership and pride ;
- Improve the transportation network Congestion and gaps in transportation coverage adversely affect quality of life and economic success. We must Prioritize public transit by expanding coverage, increasing frequency, and improving accessibility, Promote active mobility through bike lanes and pedestrian-friendly areas focus on mixed-use development and transit-oriented design. Sustainable solutions require creative funding strategies like public-private partnerships. By combining these approaches, we can create efficient, environmentally friendly, and accessible transportation systems.
Everyone deserves a chance to succeed. These practices will l bridge equity gaps, improve quality of life, address violence, and create a welcoming place for all. Together, we'll build a thriving Brooklyn Park.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
