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The 2009 legislative session, my third and most challenging so far, is over.  I again want to thank you for giving me the honor and privilege of representing you as your District 12A State Representative.  It seems like only yesterday that you, the voters, gave me one of the greatest thrills of my life, and a wonderful opportunity, when you first elected me.  I was and continue to be truly honored and humbled by your continued vote of confidence.  I have worked hard to represent our district to the best of my ability. My number one priority has been, and always will be, to make sure you can count on Representative Ward to do everything possible to insure that your voices, needs and desires are heard at the State Capitol.

Each day brings new challenges, excitement, joy, and sometimes frustration as I work to make things better for all of us. I truly enjoy hearing from so many of you. I listen to your concerns and requests. I have and will continue to introduce legislation that will benefit not only our district’s specific needs, but also the needs of working families, seniors, less fortunate, disabled, students, small business owners, children and veterans of Minnesota .  our children, seniors, veterans, and hard-working families. You will continue to see me around the district as I attend as many community events and meetings as possible to stay in touch with you, my constituents.

With our state facing a huge budget deficit, the challenge this session was to balance the budget and at the same time protect the things that make Minnesota a great place to live.  During town hall meetings, you and thousands of other Minnesotans told me your agenda included: adequately funded schools, hospitals and nursing homes, living wage jobs, a fair tax system, access to affordable health care, minimizing local property tax increases and protection for the environment.  I intend to continue to fight for you and your agenda; “The People’s Agenda.”


The legislature took a balanced, “pay as you go” approach to the budget.  Our budget bills incorporated a combination of cuts, reforms, revenue shifts and a “pay as you go” revenue plan.  The Governor signed all major budget bills with the exception of the tax bill.  In spite of the Legislature’s efforts to compromise and negotiate, the Governor remained inflexible on the revenue provisions and decided to “Go It Alone.”  For more information and details please click here.


You also told me you wanted government to be accountable, transparent and results oriented.  I believe that with a balanced bi-partisan approach this can be done.  Together we will make a difference.  Together, we will “Move
Minnesota
Forward!” 

I ask you to stay in touch with me. I want to hear from you on the issues. Check this web site for frequent updates. You may also access my legislative web site and subscribe to email newsletters to get more detail on legislative happenings. 

I hope my performance has met your expectations.  I assure you I will continue to work tirelessly to represent you. 
Once again, thank you for the opportunity you have blessed me with.  Your feedback and input is my most valuable tool. I can't do it without you. Please stay in touch.

God bless, 





State Representative
District 12A

June 09 Newsletter

Budget Information Sheet

09 Parade Flyer

Brainerd Route Map

Crosby Map to Hallett Library


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