Background on the Candidate John Brueggeman

By John Brueggeman

Married, Greenfield Resident and business owner for 10 years. Active in the Community, Chamber of Commerce, and the Rotary Service Club.

Name, Age - John Brueggeman, 50

Home town - Greenfield (birth town - Pasadena, California)

Profession - Locksmith, Trophy Engraver, Small Business Owner

Immediate family - DIANE BRUEGGEMAN, wife, School Teacher

Matthew Brueggeman, Son, Specialist IV, Army, currently deployed to Afghanistan

Megan Brueggeman, Daughter, Senior, Business Major, San Diego State University

Edna Muller, Mother-in-Law, Greenfield Life Line Volunteer

2. How long have you lived in Greenfield?

Ten years

3. Have you ever run for political office before? If so, when and where?

Four years ago, I ran, unsuccessfully, for the vacant Greenfield City Council position.

4. If there were one thing you could change or improve in Greenfield, what would it be?

I would improve how the City Council allocates their limited resources. This is accomplished by considering a more even distribution of current and future resources and also exploring alternates sources of revenue and services. By establishing and increasing teamwork and communications with different agencies and staff, varied alternatives can be pursued and considered.

5. As you see it, what are the top three issues facing Greenfield and its residents?

The top three issues that face Greenfield residents include:
Housing Developments / Growth;
Business Development / Jobs; and
Youth Issues / Recreation.

6. What would you offer or bring to the City Council?

With my educational degree in Natural Resources Planning and Interpretation, my business experience, and my varied life experiences / background, I will bring to the Council and offer ---- better common sense.

7. As a member of the City Council, what would be your goals?

My goals will be to provide
BETTER Business Diversity,
BETTER Economic Growth,
BETTER teamwork,
BETTER Transportation,
BETTER Environment, and
BETTER Recreation.

8. What is your vision for the future of Greenfield?

My vision of Greenfield is shared by many of the residents of this community: Keep the old town flavor of the community; bring in "chain or brand retailers and restaurants"; provide more recreational activities for the youth and residents of Greenfield; provide local jobs for the residents; and reduce the presence of "loitering" in the downtown area.

9. What should be the City Council's mission or objective?

• The City Council should be involved with the community, but in an apolitical manner.
• Providing or making available better business and employment opportunities.
• Supporting, financing, and providing an oversight to the police department to enable them be more responsive to the needs of our community.
• Providing a diverse array of recreational opportunities for all ages, genders and economic status.
• Guiding and stimulating the growth and development within the City's limits.

I would do a combination of camping, archery, and sightseeing. I have always be involved in recreation my whole life and camping has always been an integral part of that experience. This also lead to my completion of the Eagle Scout rank in the Boy Scouts of America. My desire to shoot archery is in response to my growing up with archery, both as an instructor and a participant. I was named to the National All-American Team and turned down an offer to try out for the Olympic Archery Team. My desire to go sightseeing has lead me to many communities and points of interest. These travels have broadened my outlook on the possibilities that could be incorporated into our community.

John Brueggeman

Greenfield City Council Candidate

674-5397