(9/18/23) Members of the community who are running for Anoka-Hennepin school board seats participated in Candidate Forums on September 14. The League of Women Voter forums were recorded by QCTV as a public service to voters and unedited versions are available for viewing.

The non-partisan forms are designed to help voters obtain information about where candidates stand on issues.  

On November 7, voters within Districts 1,2 and 5 (ISD #11) will elect representatives to serve as school board members for the next four years, with their terms beginning on January 1, 2024.

WATCH THE DISTRICT 1 CANDIDATE FORUM

Candidates:

Erin Heers-McArdle, Anoka (Incumbent)
Linda Hoekman, Ramsey

WATCH THE DISTRICT 2 CANDIDATE FORUM

Candidates:
Zach Arco, Blaine
Susan Witt, Blaine

WATCH THE DISTRICT 5 CANDIDATE FORUM

Candidates:
Michelle Langenfeld, Coon Rapids
Scott Simmons, Brooklyn Park
Cyrus Wilson, Coon Rapids

Voters can see which district they live in, locate their polling place (which may be different from past primary and general elections) by visiting the Minnesota Secretary of State polling place finder. Information is also available there about early voting, registering to vote and updating voter registration information.

The League of Women Voters Anoka, Blaine, Coon Rapids is a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed and active participation in government works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.