Brad Mitton

Background

Profession: Fire Chief, Northside Fire District

Educational background: High school

How many years as a Bonner County resident: 65

Marital status: Married

Family: Wife, Arlene: Son, Jarrett

Questions

1. I want to continue working with the City of Ponderay City Council and the Mayor on projects like the underpass to the Bay Trail and Field of Dreams project.
2. • Water/Fire Flows: Enhanced and improved water supply will help promote future development in Ponderay and support fire flow water supply.
   • Sewer: provide continued service and promote future development for the City of Ponderay.
   • Affordable Housing - help people get started who are on a low/fixed income. This is an area of concern that all the entities within Bonner County need to work toward solutions.
3. As part of the City Council, I look forward to working with the other council members, the mayor and the City of Ponderay staff members working on funding opportunities such as grants, etc. As it has been the last four years, my goal is to be available to the public, to listen and act on their issues and concerns.
4. I look forward to working for the taxpayers for the next four years. Workshops and focus groups are beneficial to garnering and sharing information as we work to stay on pace with growth and sustainability.
5. I have been a resident of Ponderay all my life going on 66 years. I have been on the City Council for the last 4 years. The City of Ponderay has a lot of growth potential and as a member of the council, we plan to continue evaluating different projects. I would love to continue to be a part of a well-organized city and work on the projects that I have been a part of for the last 4 years and help accomplish our goals.
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9. We live in a beautiful part of the country. My work in both the fire service and the City of Ponderay keeps me connected with the community members living and working in Ponderay.
10. I like to hunt, fish, and go camping with my family.
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12. My wife and son. They have always been supportive of the things that I choose to do.
13. To be able to put in whatever time is necessary to make sure that we listen to our taxpayers and neighbors on what their needs are and whatever they think the direction the city needs to go. It is important for city electives to realize that they are the voice of the citizens in their respective boundaries. It is in our best interest to hear what they have to say and act accordingly.
14. If you are already in office and seeking reelection, how much time have you spent doing things for the city? As a member of the city council, I can say that I personally spent the time that was necessary to perform my duties and will continue to do the things that have to get done.
15. I will always work to uphold Idaho statutes, working within the laws set forth for the state and those of the city. Each city has ordinances policies and procedures; parameters it must work within. I will always do the research necessary when making decisions as a member of the city council. If you have any questions or concerns, or something you would like to see from me, please make sure to get in touch with me.