Hello! My name is Steven James
Rajavuori and I'm running for Lakeville City Council.
I've loved being a part of the
Lakeville community ever since my parents moved our family here in
1977. Lakeville was a much different place back then, and I felt as
though I had moved to the country! I loved participating in sports
(cross-country, cross-country skiing and golf) and music (trombone in
marching band and jazz band, and choir) during my years at Lakeville
High School (class of 1981).
In my adult years I have felt
privileged to raise our family of four children in such a wonderful
place. Our kids spent some of their happiest times playing at the
North Park playground and participating in Lakeville sports. They
have benefited greatly from the top-notch Lakeville school system and
from our amazing Lakeville church.
I care deeply about this city. I've
spent most of my life here and seen my kids grow up here. My church
is here and my office is here. I want to see this community continue
to thrive and grow to become an even better place to live for future
generations.
That's why I've decided to run for City
Council. I believe at this stage of growth Lakeville faces some
significant challenges that need a fresh look and new ideas. I want
to be a part of finding the best solutions to issues such as:
- Shortage of consumer retail and restaurant development
- Aging roads and parks need increased maintenance
- Need for new parks and open spaces as housing develops
- Maintaining a low tax base
- Poor utilization and development of Lakeville's four major freeway exits
- Attract new businesses to continue filling available space in Airlake Industrial Park
- Affordable housing
We can be proud of our great city, and
its leaders and citizens. Through much planning and care Lakeville
has grown to be one of the best places to live in the Twin Cities.
But there is still much growing to do. We need to look carefully at
how to best use the remaining available land, and how to encourage
development of the types of businesses and services that our
residents need.
In future posts I'll share some of my ideas for growth with you, and I invite you to share your comments as well:
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Twitter: @SJRLakeville
Email: sjr.lakeville@gmail.com
