Brenda Biever, 2013 Richfield School Board Candidate

With seven candidates vying for just three seats on the Richfield School Board this election, Richfield Patch asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire to aid voters in their decisions.

See what candidate Brenda Biever had to say below:

Have you ever held an appointed or elected office before?

I have never help public office before.     

What relevant experience do you have?

I have lived in Richfield for 25 years. I have two graduates from Richfield & currently a RMS student. I have done lots of volunteering in Richfield: Richfield Boys Basketball Traveling Director,Richfield Boys Basketball Traveling Coach, Richfield Girls Basketball Booster, Fun Fair Coordinator @ Sheridan Hills for 5 years, volunteer in Richfield Concessions whenever needed for various sports. Team Mom for football,baseball,basketball many years for various children. Have mentored many children in the school system.

What is your occupation?

I currently work as a paraprofessional at STEM school in Richfield    

Where did you go to school? 

Went to school in Bloomington, MN    

How old are you?

48 yrs old    

Do you have a spouse, children or any other family members you’d like
to tell voters about? 

I am married to my husband Mark of 25 years. We have 3 children-Son: Beau (19), Daughter: Bobbi (18) & Son: Brock (13)    

What are your campaign goals?

Campaign Goals - to take my experience as resident,parent & district worker & apply that as a Board Member.  I believe I am in touch w the community & students. I will try to make the best decisions I can for the Schools,Residents & Students.  Trying to improve student enrollment & encourage families to move into the district.    

What issues are you most focused on?

My two main focuses are: Student safety & improved enrollment.    

Why should voters choose you?

Residents should vote for me because I am involved with the community. I care about the future of Richfield schools & its students. I look forward to making a difference with the support of the voters of Richfield.

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