On April 2, La Crosse County will hold its election for the Board of Supervisors. There are 20 contested seats. The Tribune sent a questionnaire with a short bio and three open response questions to all competing candidates. Candidates were limited to 700 characters, about 150 words, per open question.Â
District 28 covers western West Salem and Medary.
Ron Rothering
Age: 64
Occupation: Semi-retired
Q: Why do you want to serve on the county board and what makes you the best candidate for office?
A: My goal has always been to serve, now being semi-retired I can devote my time and energy to better La Crosse cty and my district. My 35 plus years as a business owner along with my financial & agriculture experience gives me a wide range of value to the voters
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Q: The City of La Crosse and the county are beginning a coordinated homeless plan to address housing issues in the metro area and county. What can you do to address homelessness issues throughout the county?
A: It has to be a joint effort between government and the private sector along with the homeless. There isn’t a quick fix they need to be counseled, career trained, and programs implemented so they can be self sufficient and productive members of the community.
Q: What’s an issue in the county you believe goes unrecognized? What can you do to solve or bring awareness to it?
A: There is a increasing drug presence in the county which Increases our violent crime. Increase police presence, stricter penalties for repeat offenders, neighborhood involvement, more positive programs for our youth and parents