Good morning -- today certainly feels like Fall! Happy Back to School District 6 students and families! Road safety as we head back to school is critical -- for tips and reminders on what to do as motorist when buses are stopping you can reference this link from the Office of Traffic Safety.
School Bus Safety Tips for Motorists
Motorists must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus that is displaying red flashing lights and/or its stop arm is extended when approaching from the rear and from the opposite direction on undivided roads.
Red flashing lights on buses indicates students are either entering or exiting the bus.
Motorists are not required to stop for a bus if the bus is on the opposite side of a separated roadway (median, etc.) — but they should remain alert for children.
Altering a route or schedule to avoid a bus is one way motorists can help improve safety. In doing so, motorists won’t find themselves behind a bus and as a result, potentially putting children at risk.
Watch for school crossing patrols and pedestrians. Reduce speeds in and around school zones.
Watch and stop for pedestrians — the law applies to all street corners, for both marked and unmarked crosswalks (all street corners) — every corner is a crosswalk.
I hope you had an amazing Summer and were able to stop by the Minnesota State Fair! My sons and I made it last week and our favorite food still remains Sweet Martha's Cookies!
Endorsement Alert! I am proud to announce MNA has endorsed my campaign for the general election! I am proud to have the support of the Hennepin Healthcare Nurses that provide excellent care for residents all throughout the State!
Representing District 6 on the Hennepin County Board has been an honor over the past 3 months -- I am deeply committed to advocating for the values and needs of our community and humbly ask for your support this November!
I remain dedicated to key areas that our community highlighted during the special election: enhancing public safety, ensuring affordable and accessible housing, investing in our environment, partnering to improve youth programming and supporting roads and bridges while also not having property taxes price residents out of their homes. I understand these are not just policy areas; they are the pillars of a thriving and healthy community.
Please join me for the District 6 Hennepin County Candidate Forum hosted by the
League of Women Voters!
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Minnetonka City Hall Chambers
14600 Minnetonka Boulevard
Minnetonka, Minnesota
Now more than ever, it is critical that we elect balanced, pragmatic - proven leaders that know how to get things done for our communities.
We can continue to build a safer, more vibrant, and connected district. I am committed to working tirelessly for you, and with your vote, we can achieve even greater progress for District 6. Thank you for your trust and ongoing support. Together, we can do great things!
Commissioner Anderson and I attended a Pride Celebration with Hennepin County Staff for Pride Month!
Meet the District 6 Team! Policy Aides Dan Dodge and Cole Roepke and our Summer Intern Anushka Narielwala!
District 6 represents the communities of Deephaven, Edina, Excelsior, Greenwood, Hopkins, Long Lake, Minnetonka, Minnetonka Beach, Mound, Northern Eden Prairie, Orono, Shorewood, Spring Park, Tonka Bay, Woodland, and Wayzata.
