Listen. Learn. Lead

Ro​ger Nelson For County Commissioner

Vote November 5

Addressing Pine County's Challenges

Pine County faces significant challenges, including substance abuse and mental health issues. While county ​government often addresses the fallout, we must focus on identifying and tackling the root causes. Additionally, I fully ​support the push for high-speed broadband, but I will not compromise the maintenance and improvement of our ​actual highways and gravel roads. Recent trends have leaned towards mere maintenance instead of necessary ​upgrades, especially with the local ½% sales tax designated for this purpose.

Keeping Taxes Low

It’s crucial to curb the rising county budget and tax levy, which have increased every year. With our population ​declining, we need to be more prudent with our resources. I believe in maximizing our current assets rather than ​continually seeking more funding from fewer residents—a sustainable approach is essential for our future.

Promoting Economic Development

To promote economic development in our county, we must broaden our focus beyond tourism and recreation. While ​they are important, we also need to attract stable, light manufacturing businesses. These industries will provide a ​solid economic base and support existing service-oriented businesses. I will advocate for practical solutions, including ​TIF assistance, addressing zoning issues, and enhancing infrastructure to create a thriving economic environment.

Priorities as a County Commissioner

Listen.

Listening to the community is ​paramount. I want to ensure ​that everyone feels heard and ​valued. Your perspectives ​matter, and I’m here to engage ​in meaningful conversations.

Learn.

Learning is essential for ​informed decision-making. My ​educational background, ​including a Master’s Degree in ​Public Administration, equips ​me to tackle the complexities of ​county governance effectively. I ​commit to researching issues ​thoroughly and understanding ​all sides.

Lead.

Leading means building ​consensus among board ​members while standing firm ​on what I believe is right, fair, ​and just.

Meet Roger

Lifelong Resident

I am deeply connected to this ​community, where I’ve spent ​most of my life. From ​childhood to raising a family ​and running a small ​business, my experiences ​here have shaped who I am ​today. My wife, Judy, is a ​dedicated teacher at Hinckley ​Elementary, and together we ​have four wonderful adult ​children.

Work & Volunteer Experience

I proudly own and operate Crooked Creek Farms, ​located east of Hinckley, alongside our son ​Jonathan. I also hold a state license for septic ​design and inspections. My commitment to public ​service includes over 15 years on the ​Hinckley/Finlayson School Board and the Pine ​County Board of Commissioners. Currently, I ​volunteer with the children’s program at our ​church and serve on the leadership council. ​Additionally, I’m a board member of the Tri-​County Cattlemen’s Association, where I continue ​to give back to our community.

Education

Since my previous ​experience as a county ​commissioner, I completed ​my undergraduate degree in ​Business and then completed ​a Master’s Degree in Public ​Administration, which ​provides an invaluable ​knowledge base when faced ​with the many facets of ​county government.

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Vote November 5


The General Election is on November 5, 2024. Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. In ​Arna, Clover, Crosby, Ogema, and Wilma, polling places open at 10:00 AM.


You can vote early starting September 20 by requesting an absentee mail ballot or voting ​in-person at the Pine County Courthouse.


For more details, visit the Pine County website.


Connect with Roger

Email

crookedcreek63@gmail.com

Phone

Website

(320)279-3353

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