BUTTE AND SOUTHWEST VOTERS GUIDE 2016

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CANDIDATES FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY

High School 1971 twins). I have lived my entire almost 20 yrs, chairman for four road plan that will improve our Dave Palmer I was born and raised life in Butte with the exception years. I will create a more open streets and I will make sure all Age: 63 in Butte to Larry & Mad - of the four years I was in the and inclusive government. ordinances are enforced. Address: 2217 N Main St., die Palmer, the fifth child US Army. I will work with local law We need a leader who knows Walkerville of 11. I am married to Betsy I am a member of the Operat- enforcement to help solve the the art of compromise and Occupation: Master Electri- (Shea) and have 4 children, ing Eng #400 and IBEW #233, meth/drug problem in our can work with all people. I will cian/Lead Engineer—St. James Sara (Daren) Novak, Jonny and a past member of the Labors town. I will meet and work strive to make all employees of (Jodi), Danny (Jodi), Mikey Union and Carpenters Union. I with county employees to im- B/SB feel appreciated and be Healthcare Palmer Education: Graduate Butte and 7 grandchildren (2 sets of have served on the Council for prove morale. I will develop a available to all.

It continues to be my honor frastructure, including new wa- gagement in local government new outdoor aquatic facility Matt Vincent and privilege as Chief Executive ter and wastewater treatment and its services than ever before; Butte is definitely “on the Age: 44 to lead our great community. plants, a new emergency opera- Improved, Productive Part- move” and together, there’s no Address: 1201 West Porphyry, Together we have accomplished tions center, and a new airport nerships with Montana Tech, limit to where we can go in the Butte great things for the greater Butte- terminal and parking structure our local economic development next four years! I am excited at Occupation: Chief Executive Silver Bow community within my underway. groups and our major employers. the opportunity to be your leader Education: B.S. Chemistry, first term: Updated technology to give Major quality of life improve- and please, ask you for your con- Montana Tech; Butte High School Over $100 Million in public in- citizens’ more access to and en- ments in our parks, including a tinued support. Vincent CANDIDATES FOR CITY COURT JUDGE OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY James Reavis Master’s in Public Adminis- Butte deserve a courtroom and is a lawyer. I will protect your up trash, maintaining a commu- tration from the Middlebury In- a judge that treats them with rights and fairly punish those nity garden, or removing waste Age: 33 stitute of International Studies fairness and respect. As an at- who break the law. at the animal shelter. As your Address: 834 W. Galena, Juris Doctor from The Univer- torney and Butte native, I have Butte is the only major city judge, I promise to establish an Butte sity of Montana resolved hundreds of cases in in Montana that does not have enforceable and cost-eªective Occupation: Appellate De- Bachelor’s in History and the Butte City Court, as well a community service program fense Attorney Global Politics from as felonies in multiple District for adult oªenders. Commu- community service program. Education: Licensed to prac- State University Courts and appeals before nity service punishes violators You can learn more about Reavis tice law in all Montana state and I am running for City Court the . while benefiting the Butte com- my campaign at www.reavis- federal courts Judge because the people of I am the only candidate who munity, whether it be by picking forjudge.com.

Education: BS, UMW the utmost respect. independent of other agencies, cies on a frequent basis making Glen G. Granger I currently serve as Butte- It is imperative that a judge people, or prejudices. sure that we are all pulling in the Age: 59 Silver Bow’s city court judge, maintains proper working re- In addition to the day-to-day same direction. Address: 83 Burning Tree having been elected to the po- lationships with peace o¨cers, operations of a city court judge, If elected, I will continue in Lane, Butte sition four years ago. I conduct defendants, prosecutors, and I am also responsible for oversee- the same direction as I have Occupation: City Court myself professionally and treat defense counsel. As a judge, I ing a staª, maintaining a budget, during the last four years. Judge all individuals fairly and with must and do perform my duties and working with outside agen- Granger CANDIDATES FOR AUDITOR OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Montana Tech with a Bachelor ing relationships I have acquired receivables and fixed assets and associated with the new program. Wendy Allen of Science Degree in Computer over the past 23 years, have given currently oversee the implemen- As Auditor, I plan to work McGrath Science/Business; Information me the foundation and qualifica- tation of a new A/R and fixed as- closely with all elected o¨cials Systems with an Accounting Mi- tions needed to become the next set module within our computer and department heads to evalu- Age: 43 nor, 1996. Graduate of Butte High Auditor. system. My most recent achieve- ate, develop and organize inter- Address: 1072 Beef Trail Rd., School, 1991. My current responsibilities are ment is being appointed pro- nal controls . I would require that Butte As a long time, dedicated ac- reconciling and balancing all cash gram administrator for the new each department comply with Occupation: Accountant for countant for Butte-Silver Bow, I accounts, assisting in the budget purchasing card program B-SB our procurement processes, as McGrath Butte-Silver Bow am confident that my experience, processes and year-end financial is implementing. Therefore, I will well as oversee small o¨ce au- Education: Graduate of knowledge, education, and work- statements. I manage all account oversee, review and audit activity dits.

Degree in Business Administration the finances of Butte-Silver Bow. the Auditor is to look out for the rupt BSB employee for stealing Je Amerman (Accounting Major) Montana Tech, Duties of the Auditor include ex- taxpayer. taxpayer resources. Age: 56 Certified Public Accountant (CPA) amining the government’s finan- This was a priority for me while You work hard for your money. Address: 650 S Jackson St., As a CPA with 29 years’ profes- cial transactions to ensure they serving nine years as BSB Finance As Auditor I will utilize my skills Butte sional experience in accounting are correct, legal, reliable and and Budget Director. I worked hard and experience to protect your Occupation: Chief Financial Of- and auditing, I am best qualified accurate. The Auditor is obligated to save taxpayers money and as- tax dollars. Please vote Amerman ficer, NCAT to be your next Auditor. The o¨ce to review the stewardship of pub- sisted the Department of Justice in for Auditor. Education: Bachelor of Science is designed to be a watchdog over lic o¨cials. Simply put, the job of prosecuting and removing a cor- Amerman THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 3

CANDIDATES FOR JUSTICE OF THE PEACE OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY James F. (Jimm) Kilmer cated more than 36 years to protecting the pub- to work hard to carry out the duties to maintain 24/7 judge understanding the issues confronting lic, keeping the peace and fighting for Justice in or restore a peaceful community and ask you to our local court system. Address: 308 Hattie Loop, Butte our community. I have been married to Peggy Vote Jimm Kilmer. His wife Renee Pascavage owns the Derby and Occupation: Employee Butte Silver Bow Law (Kane) Kilmer for 29 years and together we have co-operates it with Ben’s identical twin Charlie. Enforcement Department 1980-Present Cur- raised our five children here. Ben Pezdark Other siblings are Greg and Theresa, all children rently Police Sergeant/ Crime Strengthening our community is a passion of Age: 54 of Ben and the late Mildred Rosa Pezdark. They Prevention Public Relations mine. I participate in several organizations in- Address: 2609 Elm St., Butte have two children, Jason and Tamara. Butte Silver Bow Law Enforce- cluding Butte Cares, Special Olympics, Montana Occupation: Butte-Silver Ben has completed nine MT Supreme Court ment Department (L.E.D) Police Protective Association, local DUI Task Bow Justice of the Peace #2 Justice Trainings and been certified twice by the Education: BHS graduate, Force, Attorney General LE Advisory Council, since November 2012 Montana Supreme Court. He has experience that Montana Law Enforcement State Crime Prevention Council and the Commu- Education: Graduate of matters handling 3,500+ tickets, 450+ criminal Academy, Montana Executive nity Action Team. I am a co-founder of Mariah’s Butte Central class of 1981 arraignments, 350+ landlord-tenant cases, 340+ Leadership Institute, DARE Challenge and serve as the board President. and Montana Tech with a B.S. orders of protection, and performing 270+ wed- High School and Parent In- My career in law enforcement has given me dings. Kilmer in OSHA. structor, Domestic Violence the experience, education and the desire to be Justice of the Peace Pezdark His experience includes being a business and Mobile Video instructor, involved in the Justice System. I’m excited to Pezdark is not only the right person for owner and 25+ years in corrections and addic- Crisis Intervention with Hostage Negations, Field bring this knowledge to the specialty type courts the job, he is already the doing tions. Eleven years ago, he was the founding and programs such as Family Drug, MIP and DUI adviser of TASC, who put on events like the St. Training O‡cer. the job. He is dedicated to his position as Butte’s I am a lifelong resident of Butte, having dedi- Courts and the 24/7 Sobriety Program. I pledge Patrick’s Day teen alternative party. CANDIDATE FOR CHIEF OF LAW ENFORCEMENT FOR ANACONDA-DEER LODGE COUNTY

Here is the lone candidate for chief of law forcement ate problem, I implemented the drug take-back Leads-on-Line program to track down stolen enforcement for Anaconda-Deer Lodge County: I am running because I program where we will accept your un-used property. I received a grant to purchase body want to continue to help pro- medications at any time. I implemented the cameras for each o‡cer. Tim Barkell tect and serve the citizens of 24/7 alcohol program to keep repeat o•end- I want to continue to work towards positive Age: 54 Anaconda-Deer Lodge County ers o• the streets and I also serve on the state goals we have set for our community to make Address: 719 Locust St., Anaconda through our continued e•orts board for this program. I have implemented the it a safer place to live. Occupation: Police Chief for Anaconda-Deer to fight the drug and alcohol Lodge County problems facing our commu- Education: Associates Degree in Law En- Barkell nity. To eliminate the illegal opi- RUSS CANDIDATE FOR ASSESSOR OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY SON Here is the lone candidate Occupation: County Assessor IFF for Assessor of Butte-Silver Education: Butte High School ROBERTSHER Bow: I will continue to keep this o‡ce available to VER BOW all the taxpayers and residents of Butte for any FOR Dan Fisher needs they may have for property information. BUTTE-SIL Age: 62 Thank You—Dan The Right Person for the Right Reason Address: 300 Eagles Nest Lane, Butte DID YOU KNOW? Fisher For the past 3 years the crime rate has been steadily increasing. As of Sept. 26, 2016, Butte-Silver Bow is ranked 7th out of 110 reporting agencies in Montana CANDIDATE FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY OF for increase in crime with drug abuse up 47%!* BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY As your next sheriff, I want to see those Here is the lone candidate for County At- dedicated to e•ectively prosecuting those who numbers go down drastically. I will do that by: Tim Barkell torney of Butte-Silver Bow: have engaged in criminal conduct and protect- • Utilizing the current drug dog to it capabilities ing victim rights. All of these individuals have Eileen Joyce, incumbent worked as deputy county attorneys for several • Starting a program similar to DARE for our young children Age: 54 years and their experience is invaluable in al- My family and I would Address: 1415 Majors, Butte lowing them to perform their duties in the best like to thank you for • Re-starting the Neighborhood Watch Program Occupation: Attorney interests of our community. all the support you • Starting an online Public Crime Locator It has been an honor and a privilege to serve I am also committed to fulfill my role as the have shown us. as the Butte-Silver Bow County Attorney for the chief legal adviser to the local government by • Starting “Coffee with the Sheriff” - a monthly meeting past eight years. I am seeking another term conscientiously providing legal advice to all We would appreciate making myself accessible to hear from you - the in order to continue to serve the citizens of departments within the executive branch and your vote for Sheriff concerned citizens! to the Council of Commissioners. Butte-Silver Bow. on November 8th! • Continuing to lead by example *SOURCE: MTIBRS.com The County Attorney’s o‡ce is currently Overall, I hope to continue operating a well Paid for by Russ Robertson for Sheriff, Jackie Timmer, Treasurer, P.O. Box 4464, Butte, MT 59702 sta•ed with very competent attorneys who are functioning o‡ce and appreciate your support. 4 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

CANDIDATES FOR COMMISSIONERS OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Here are the candidates for com- be working to improve his district/ DISTRICT 5 mation Systems, Mon- place to live and improve through missioner in Butte-Silver Bow: neighborhood. As commissioner, I tana Tech (1998) necessary changes. I ask for your worked with the County to secure a Dennis Henderson, I am well versed support. DISTRICT 3 grant to study our district and make incumbent in many aspects of recommendations to restore and re- Butte-Silver Bow Gov- DISTRICT 12 John P. Morgan, invigorate our neighborhoods. Henderson is unopposed ; did not ernment and serve incumbent In the past four years not one submit information in time for pub- on the Ramsay TIFID Dan Callahan lication Board and the Bert suggested improvement was made Age: 57 Age: 34 McDonough Mooney Airport Au- or attempted! Many of our streets Address: 4900 Address: 2230 North Drive, Butte show multiple patches where wa- DISTRICT 6 thority Board. I also Moulton Reservoir Occupation: HR Manager terlines were broken. Those lines serve on the Council’s Judiciary, Jim Fisher, Road, Butte Education: Bachelor’s Degree need to be replaced! Storm wa - Budget & Finance, and Public Works Montana Tech in ter runoff is still a major prob - incumbent committees. I am actively engaged on Occupation: 23 Business and Infor- lem as is a lack of sidewalks for a daily basis in addressing issues per- years at Mike High Age; 60 mation Technology. taining to Butte-Silver Bow, and I am Beverages students walking to East Middle Address; 2902 Hill Ave., Butte (2005) accessible to the residents of District Education: Four School. Taxes continue to rise and Education; Butte When I was asked 8 and the community. years of vocational yet we see no improvements. We High School Gradu- by The Montana My ability to be a team player and school can do better! Give me your vote ate 1974 . Callahan Standard to write work well with others has helped I am running for and I promise change, I promise I am running as a up a little paragraph move things forward in a positive di- commissioner to work with our Chief improvement. “ Write In” Candidate of why I am running rection for Butte. There has been a Executive to continue positive ef- for my current posi- Morgan for District 3 Com- John M. Sorich, great deal of infrastructure improve- tion as Butte Silver forts for our city’s economy, schools, missioner, it allowed ments, community clean-up for many incumbent Bow Council of Com- roads, water, sewer, hospital, parks me to reflect back on my years on the neighborhoods, and a Butte that wel- missioner District 6. and tourism. Also to help provide Council of Commissioners. When it Age: 53 comes business and job growth for Fisher I therefore ask the support for our local law enforce- comes down to it, I believe in Butte. Address: 1820 Wilson, Butte its citizens. people of District 6 ment and fire departments. I believe that Butte has many things Occupation: Senior Building to write my name in on their ballot to o“er and we need to continue to Maintenance Tech, Walter Parrett and mark the dot next to my name Michael J. Tumulty work together and get things done! Northwestern En- as my name will NOT appear on the Age: 58 Age: 32 I understand that there are is- ergy ballot. This will ensure that with 37 Occupation: Address: 904 N Main, Butte sues that come up that not everyone Education: Butte Substitute Teacher “Write In” votes that I will retain my Occupation: Broker/Small Busi- agrees with but remember, we are High School Education: Butte seat. I ask for your vote as a “Write ness Owner 10+ Years in this together and when we work I am the incum- High Graduate, together we can accomplish many In” “Jim Fisher”. Education: Some college bent Butte Silver The reason for this process is that earned B.S. degree things. I am a candidate that will I am running for Bow Commissioner I could only run for one o§ce in the in Public Policy from look out for Butte, from policies, District 4 and have Montana Tech council solely to to projects, to government spend- Sorich Primary Election and I chose to run proudly served for Chief Executive. That bid was un- Many people find represent all of my ing and I am not afraid to ask the the people for three terms. That Parrett the incumbent, Mr. neighbors, friends tough questions. successful. No one filed to run for makes me believe I have the ex - District 6 commissioner, leaving that McDonough, not and family who work Please remember to vote on No- perience and knowledge of what to be a ‘people person’ in a ‘people and live in District 12. vember 8th, and if you have any position open as my first term would the role of a commissioner is. I expire on Jan. 1, 2017. I would like to person’ job. Those who know me well As a broker and small questions please feel free to contact am a life-long resident of District know that I am the opposite. business owner, I ne- me at [email protected]. continue my work for the district and 4 and my dedication is apparent Butte as a whole. In my 8 years as President of the Tumulty gotiate prices and fa- to giving something back to the Butte Bowling Association—an orga- cilitate deals between DISTRICT 4 We see many projects moving neighborhood I grew up in. forward. One in District 6 includes nization of 500 people — I have suc- people who have needs and those who Terry L. Schultz I believe in the next four years Stodden Park and I see a great fu- cessfully ran many local tournaments can fulfill them. I believe in thoughtful we as commissioners have to work ture there. as well as the state tournaments we policy that aids in the preservation of Age: 61 diligently with continuity to foster hosted, bringing lots of revenue to our historical richness and often seek Address: 2210 Elm St., Butte community ideals that encourage DISTRICT 8 Butte-Silver Bow. Our youth pro- ways to save time and money. Occupation: Owner/operator family participation. I believe gram is thriving—name another sport I am for open stream access. I am Unique Cleaners there is a good start with the Brendan R. where kids can begin to win scholar- a proud member of my local Catholic Education: Grad- construction of a new ball field at ships for their college education in McDonough, parish. I support and respect the work uate of Butte High Copper Mountain Park, the Spirit the first grade. of many non-profit organizations in- School, attended of Columbia Gardens building, the incumbent I take pride in my job as a substi- Montana Tech 3 Carousel at Stodden Park and now tute teacher, and if elected would cluding Farm In The Dell Butte, 4H, Age: 41 years a planned new outdoor swimming serve District 8 the same way. People and more. When not working or volun- Address: 1910 Argyle St., Butte I believe a County pool. I believe commissioners want their council person to be atten- teering, I enjoy spending time with my Occupation: Program Coordina- Commissioner’s job need to support the community tive to their needs. I will do my best family camping, fishing, four wheeling, tor/Adjunct Faculty at Highlands Col- is more than ‘rubber decay efforts by working with and cooking. I am happily married to Schultz leg to represent those in the district in stamp’ approving the BSB staff to ensure they have my partner of 10 years, John R. Castle Education: M.S. Technical Com- all areas, particularly road improve- the administration’s II, with whom I share the responsibil- the needed tools to clean up the munication, Montana Tech – Gradu- ments while minimizing taxes for agenda and budget. It is my belief ity of caring for our aging parents in streets and eliminate junk vehicles ation May 2017; B.S. Business Infor- seniors and those on fixed incomes. that a District Commissioner should and garbage. I will work to keep our city a great Centerville. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 5

CANDIDATES FOR TREASURER OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY

Here are the candidates for Treasurer of I am a mother of three beautiful children. I love what I do. I would continue serving Treasurer for Butte-Silver Bow. I have over Butte-Silver Bow County: I’m basing my campaign on my knowledge residents either in my present capacity or 25 years of customer service here in Butte. I and experience in the Treasurer’s o•ce as hopefully as your new County Treasurer. Re- worked for Horizon Airlines from 1990–2008 Maliena Bumgarner well as my desire to provide professional help member I am here for you and to help you as a customer service agent, supervisor and Age: 34 to taxpayers. For seven years I have been a understand everything about our o•ce. ground service trainer. Address: 1700 Utah Ave., tax and license clerk. Lori Baker-Patrick I went to work for Butte-Silver Bow in 2008 Butte I have worked side-by-side with our previ- as a Tax and License Clerk for the Treasurer’s Occupation: Licensed tax ous county treasurer and learned and mas- Age: 51 Department and in 2013 took a promotion collector tered what is expected. Address: 916 California within the Clerks Union as a Court Clerk for Education: High School It has been a dream of mine to serve the Ave., Butte Butte City Court. Diploma and Certified Travel public as treasurer, giving them the respect Occupation: Treasurer My main focus has always been becoming Agent (CTA) and attention they deserve. Education: Graduate the Treasurer for Butte-Silver Bow. Bumgarner I am Butte born and raised My job consists of numerous duties and Butte High School; an asso- As the Interim and as Treasurer I will con- and all of my family is from giving excellent customer service is my top ciate of Travel from the Inter- tinue to focus on evolving this o•ce by mak- here, including my parents, Mark and Ellen priority; accepting and posting all city/county national Travel and Tourism ing it more user friendly, utilizing newer tech- Bumgarner, and grandarents, Everett Fay and taxes; handling and preparing tax deeds, Patrick Academy of Alaska. nology and keeping the customer my number Ruth D. Bumgarner and Earl and Alba Dagen. tax sales and tax assignments; issuing and Currently, I am the Interim one priority. I look forward to working hard renewal of all business and liquor licenses. as the next County Treasurer. CANDIDATE FOR CLERK AND RECORDER OF BUTTE SILVER BOW COUNTY Here is the lone candidate Occupation: Clerk & Recorder sta¤ time. I will continue to ensure accurate death records into approved archival materials, for Clerk and Recorder of Education: Dental Assistant, LPN, Food and and timely recordings and filing. I will also en- ensure Butte-Silver Bow has certified election Butte-Silver Bow: Beverage Management. sure that documents are returned to customers equipment to conduct elections and update as For the next four years, I plan to continue within two weeks. needed. I will increase voter registration and Sally J. Hollis bringing the Clerk & Recorder’s O•ce into the I will continue with Docuware to preserve absentee voting and increase election judges Age: 62 21st Century. I will be monitoring my budgets the previous perm files back to the 1990s and and training for the future elections. I will con- Address: 2215 Center Dr., to ensure e•cient line-item expenditures. I preserve all permanent files database. I will Butte will assist vendors with Direct Deposit of war- increase e-Recordings and educate public on tinue to improve e•ciencies for the election Hollis rants, which will decrease cost, postage and the same. I will preserve original birth and process.

COURTEOUS, PLEASE ELECT COMPETENT LINDA AND SORINI QUALIFIED GRANGER If you appreciate those qualities in your Local Government Of cials, LORI BAKER-PATRICK is the County Treasurer you want! And the County Treasurer you deserve. AS YOUR NEXT I am currently working as your Interim Treasurer and will continue to work hard to ensure that the Government treats our tax dollars like an investment in our community. COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS! to Remember Vote LORI BAKER-PATRICK on November 8, 2016.

Paid for by Lori Baker-Patrick for County Treasurer, 916 California, Butte, MT 59701. Jennifer Kerns, Treasurer Paid for by Linda Sorini Granger for County Superintendent of Schools. Connie Hepola Treasurer, 83 Burning Tree Lane Butte, MT 59701 6 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

CANDIDATES FOR PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Here are the candidates for working primarily in civil law tors for individuals who are unable to care for heart to meet the needs of people, as well as public administrator of Butte- Education: Juris Doctor from UNLV-Boyd themselves or their property when there is no loyalty, reliability and accountability. Silver Bow: School of Law; BA UNLV-College of Urban Af- one else to serve. The Public Administrator for Lastly, if elected, I can o¢er a double benefit fairs, AS Paralegal Studies-College of Great Butte Silver Bow receives no salary, but by stat- to the people of Silver Bow County, because as Janice Casarotto Falls, undergraduate courses through Montana ute may assess a fee against an estate. an attorney, no outside counsel would have to Age: Over 18 Tech; and several degree/certifications from My reasons for entering the campaign are be hired to complete estate work unless there Address: 308 Latigo Lane, Highlands College. threefold. First, the Public Administrator’s Of- was a conflict. Butte Public Administrators serve as court ap- fice is an area where I feel I can give back to Thank you! I appreciate your vote. Casarotto Occupation: Attorney, pointed Personal Representatives in decedent’s the community. Jeanne Joki Tanner (incumbent) estates, and as guardians and/or conserva- Second, I bring a great education, and a Did not submit information or statement CANDIDATES FOR SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Here are County Superintendent of Schools serving six years as a trustee for Butte School Bow I am a lifelong advocate of education. I have candidates for Butte-Silver Bow: District No. 1 and I am a current member of Occupation: Current taught in Rural, Public and Private Schools. I the board of directors for the Butte-Silver Bow County Superintendent of have substituted, coached, tutored and led 4-H. Linda Sorini Granger Chamber of Commerce. Schools My administrative credentials are recent, my Age: 59 In this position, I would like to build strong Education: Masters in Edu- life skills are lengthy and I am knowledgeable Address: 83 Burning Tree working relationships with the teachers, trust- cation Leadership 2012, Rocky about the current educational issues, trends Lane ees, administrators, parents, and students of Mountain College; Bachelor and concerns facing the students of our county. Occupation: Instructor/ the districts the county superintendent over- of Science in Elementary Ed, I believe my reputation and track record Department Head sees. I will always conduct myself profession- Maloney 2004, Western; Associate of speak for themselves. It is my hope that the Education: BA, UMW ally and strive to listen, to help and to engage Science, 2002, Montana Tech. voters see my performance as beneficial and I decided to run for the po- all groups whenever and wherever necessary. It has been my pleasure to serve in this po- will again vote to retain me in this position. sition of county superinten- I have a strong work ethic and know I can do sition. I have had two very productive terms I’m energetic, continually growing personally Granger dent of schools because I feel an excellent job as your county superintendent. in o•ce and I’ve worked diligently to do a re- and professionally and willing to think outside I am extremely qualified for I would appreciate your vote! spectable job. My community involvement and the box in order to create and maintain the this position. I have been an educator for over Cathy Maloney collaborative e¢orts show through my continu- best in educational opportunities for all of our 32 years and I have also had prior work experi- ous e¢orts, forward thinking and dedication students. ence in the private sector related to banking Age: 51 to education. and real estate. My experience also includes Address: 119200 Lone Pine Gulch, Silver

CANDIDATE FOR CORONER OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Here is the lone candidate for coroner of Butte-Silver Bow: Lee LaBreche, incumbent Vote (Standard did not receive submitted information in time for publication)

CANDIDATE FOR CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT Jimm OF BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY Kilmer Here is the lone candidate for Clerk of Dis- During my tenure, I have developed a repu- trict Court in Butte-Silver Bow: tation for professionalism, organizational skills, and thorough understanding of court proce- JUSTICE Thomas E. ‘Tom’ Powers dures. I have earned the respect of District of the Age: 58 Court judges locally and statewide, of lawyers Address: 2634 Edwards, practicing in every area of law, and of the gen- Butte eral public. I am very familiar with the Clerk’s PEACE Occupation: Chief Deputy statutory duties and responsibilities. Clerk of District Court With the recent retirement of two long- Education: B.A. in History, serving deputies and Maloney’s departure, the Clerk’s o•ce will have lost more than 100 I am running to succeed years of institutional memory in three years. current, retiring Clerk of the I will provide the continuity needed to serve Reliable. Experienced. Fair. District Court Lori Maloney. I the people of Butte-Silver Bow. I will work to Powers have been a deputy clerk for continue the gradual implementation of elec- Paid for by Jimm Kilmer for Justice of the Peace Mary Kane Treasurer 308 Hattle Loop Butte, MT 59701 29 years and Chief Deputy tronic filing in the District Court system while since January 2014. preserving the rich historical record contained in the court’s files. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 7

CANDIDATES FOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF ANACONDA-DEER LODGE COUNTY

path we have chosen is not working. Public Policy; Attended Montana Renovation of parks and trail devel- Bill Everett With 24 years of diverse financial Connie Ternes State University; 1976 Graduate of opment continues with $1.5 million Age: 45 background, I have the ability and re- Daniels, incumbent Anaconda Senior High School invested in Washoe Park and future Address: 801 E Third St., Anaconda sources to bring the needed changes It’s an honor to serve as ADLC’s re-development of the West Valley Age: 58 Occupation: Fi- to our community. CEO. We’ve faced great challenges Park. We’ve partnered with the State Address: 203 S. nancial advisor With active pursuit and attainment together and worked collaboratively in rebuilding the Mill Creek Highway, of quality jobs comes an increased tax Dixon, Anaconda Education: Grad- Occupation: Chief to solve them. Our team has worked aided with $11 million in federal dol- uate, University of base, thus providing us with the re- to repair, restore, provide the best lars. sources we need without increasing Executive Montana – Account- Education: Gradu- services possible and pave the way We’ve worked aggressively to as- ing your taxes. In order to attract these for economic development. sist business development, including quality jobs and correlated companies ate Study in Public As a proud Fourth Our accomplishments include $18 the $200 million power plant, START we must first switch from a passive Administration and Generation Anacon- million in water-main replacements facility, AWARE school, Community to active approach in addressing the Rural Town and Re- dan, my love for this gional Planning; and $5 million in waste-water im- Hospital of Anaconda expansion Everett blight that has overtaken our town. Ternes- amazing town is Graduated with hon- provements, ensuring clean, safe projects and Copper Environmen- Together let’s use our Anaconda Daniels deep and true. The pride to rebuild our town into the ors from Montana drinking water. Work continues on tal — all resulting in job growth and history of our town is full of grandeur healthy and prosperous community Tech in 1984 with a Anaconda’s unique historic features: increased tax base. We are moving but today is full of need. The economic we all envision it can be. degree in Society and Technology- street lights, courthouse and library. forward. CANDIDATES FOR COMMISSIONERS OF ANACONDA-DEER LODGE COUNTY DISTRICT 1 Terry Vermiere, DISTRICT 2 the east end of town. Experience Address: 1110 Heather Dr., Ana- Blake Hempstead Patricia Mulvey, matters. conda incumbent Steve Gates Occupation: Current Anaconda- 41 Deer Lodge County Age: Age: 61 incumbent Address: 803 W. Park Ave., Ana- Age: 55 (ADLC) Commis- Address: 1217 West 4th St., Ana- Age: 67 sioner for District conda conda Address: 216 West Fork, Ana- General Manager at Address: 121 North Maple Street, conda 3 and Housing Unit Occupation: Occupation: Self Employed KANA 580 AM/AWARE Inc. Anaconda Works for Anaconda Sergeant at Mon- Education: Galva High School Occupation: Education: Grad- Occupation: Retired — taught at Disposal tana State Prison. graduate (Illinois). the Whittier School for 33 years. Previously ADLC uated Anaconda I moved to Anaconda in 1977 Education: Graduate Anaconda High School in 1993; Education: Master of Education High School, attended electronics Justice of the Peace, to work for the Anaconda Leader Degree Police Commission, 1993-97 in United and later worked school and attended attended DeVry Hart States Navy and I am running Institute of technology, Phoenix. 2 Government Study for MPC (North- for a second term Commissions. attended Montana Western Energy). I My wife of 34 years, Tammy, and Tech and University as Anaconda-Deer I have twin daughters, Tegan and Education: 1980 Graduate of retired from North- Lodge County Anaconda High School, Graduate of of Montana studying Western Energy Tashia and sons Tyler and Trys, public relations and Commissioner for grandchildren Turner and Harper. San Francisco College of Mortuary Hempstead in 2006. My wife, District 2. Many Science and two years at Montana journalism. Cindy, is a retired I’ve lived in Anaconda my whole People keep asking me, “Why projects have been life other than when I was attend- Tech. Montana State Licensed Mor- teacher. We have started and some tician for 25 years. are you running against Terry?” My two grown children ing electronics school in Phoenix. I answer is simple: I’m not running Vermiere Mulvey completed in the want Anaconda to be a place where I am seeking re-election as the and a beautiful last four years. The District 3 Commissioner. Anaconda against anyone, Mr. Vermeire and granddaughter. families can stay, earn a living wage I just happen to live in the same last four years have been focused and contribute to the community. is in the best shape it has been in I fell in love with this community on improving our infrastructure. since the closure of the smelter beautiful neighborhood. I’m not a long ago. When I ran four years My father served as a county politician. I don’t have an agenda. Infrastructure is very important to commissioner so it’s been ingrained both physically and financially. We ago, advocating economic develop- attracting businesses to our area. have replaced miles of antiquated All I’ve ever wanted was the best for ment, jobs, clean up the community in me to give back to the community Anaconda. They want clean water, street lights, as a public servant. I would like to water and sewer mains, made great etc., I didn’t know what a task that good roads, and a quality waste wa- improvements to the street light sys- I will say I believe we’ve lost our would be, but Anaconda is moving see Anaconda move forward by cre- way over time. I don’t have a lot of ter treatment plant. ating local employment opportuni- tem and have had beautiful improve- in the right direction. To have real Tourism is another area of focus. ments to the Parks with more to be confidence in our current leader- economic development, businesses ties and attracting new business so ship and I’d like to think, if elected, Anaconda is 20 minutes away from we can broaden our tax base. done. As these improvements are want a solid infrastructure that’s the best skiing, fishing, hiking, boat- buried the massive street and road I could be a better advocate for the reliable and we’re doing it. Blight As a commissioner I believe it’s people. not only in my district but ing, camping, snowmobiling, swim- important to be responsive to all repairs will begin. and decay is a big issue and I admit ming, etc. There is a Jack Nicklaus The current Administration team county-wide as well. I’m not going that the ordinance changes have residents and available to listen to to beat a dead horse and profess the golf course right in town! We need their concerns. (CEO, Commission, employees & not moved forward as quickly as I to capitalize on all of this so we board members) and citizens have need for jobs and industry – those would have liked, but it is moving are just empty campaign promises. can capture tourism monies. Many DISTRICT 3 provided us with this turn of events forward. Now we’re looking for fund- towns survive on tourism alone. and Anaconda has a great and pros- If you think Anaconda isn’t broken, ing sources to pave city streets, so by all means vote for the incumbent. I would really like to be reelected Kevin A. Hart, perous future. when all the underground work is to continue working on the projects If you want a change, I would ap- done we’ll be ready to tackle them. incumbent preciate the chance to earn your that have not been finished. One of God bless Anaconda. Please see ANACONDA-DEER LODGE, Page A8 respect. which is bringing a Shopko store to Age: 54 8 | Saturday, October 15, 2016 The Montana Standard

LOCAL CANDIDATES IN LOCAL CANDIDATES IN MADISON COUNTY BEAVERHEAD COUNTY ‌Here are the candidates for local office in CLERK AND RECORDER ‌ Madison County. David Schulz Clerk of District Court Kathleen D. Mumme‌ Age: 65 Carley Anderson, COMMISSIONER—DISTRICT 1‌ Address: 74 Wisconsin Creek Road Address: PO Box 721, Sheridan Dan Allhands‌ Occupation: County Commissioner – it is a Age: 60 incumbent, is unopposed‌ full-time position Occupation: Clerk and Recorder Age:57 Education: Graduate of Sheridan High Education: Sheridan High School Commissioner District 2 Address: 294 Bivens Cr. Rd. School, Sheridan, Mt., 1 year I have worked in the Clerk and Recorder’s Occupation: Allhands Excavation Business at Carroll College Office since April of 1993 and was appointed Michael McGinley, Owner/ Licensed Real Estate I am completing my Clerk & Recorder in January. I am a proud Agent/Rancher fourth term as County Com- fifth generation Madisonian, and I don’t think incumbent, is unopposed‌ Education: High School missioner. Earlier, I served anyone could love a job more than I love this Graduate on the Sheridan School one. I have many on-going projects, the most I was born and raised in Board and Sheridan Town important one at present being the completion the Ruby Valley, graduating Council. I was Madison Coun- of organizing the county archives. from Sheridan High. In 1977 Schulz ty’s Weed Coordinator for 5 The best part of serving in this office is the I married my first wife Jody, years. I have been involved variety it affords from day to day, month to Anaconda- Allhands and we raised four boys, Rob- in numerous organizations including Past month. Keeping the records of and for Madison ert, Brad, Pete, and Brian. All President of Montana Association of Coun- County—from land records to birth and death Deer Lodge remain in the valley, self employed, and raising ties, Past President of Montana Weed Control records, to voter and elections, to archival their families. Association and recently a member of the Leg- records—and ensuring that all are complete, From A7 After 16 years of our present commissioner, islative Interim Committee assessing District accurate, safe and accessible—is a great re- The Mill Creek TIFID and the Downtown TIFD Madison County is in need of a change. Issues Court Re-Districting. sponsibility and a challenge I so enjoy. The will provided us with great economic develop- facing Madison County are increasing taxes, As Commissioner I have overseen extensive side benefits are serving the citizens of Madi- ment opportunities for the near future and keeping our local government at a manage- improvement of county roads. I have replaced son County, and working with wonderful and having a CEO with grant knowledge, research, able size, access to public lands issues, and numerous bridges and culverts using TSEP, dedicated public employees. I hope the voters writing and review abilities has been extremely economizing the budget. FEMA, Forest RAC and other fund sources. I will allow me to continue as their Clerk and vital to ADLC with millions of dollars received. I If elected I will work tirelessly and diligently have maintained a strict oversight of all bud- Recorder. believe maintaining the current Administration on all issues concerning Madison County. I gets and consider myself very frugal in manag- is absolutely necessary and in the best interest will be a Commissioner by the people and for ing those 50 plus funds. I am very passionate of ADLC. the people. I believe that all Madison County about our two senior care facilities. I feel it is residents need to be treated fairly and with necessary to maintain a high standard in the Michael Merino‌ respect. level of service we provide to our taxpayer With your vote on November 8, we can bring customers. Age: 34 change to Madison County! I am the most qualified candidate! Address: 1101 Heather Drive, Apt 13, Ana- Thank you for your support, and remember: conda A VOTE FOR ME, A CHANGE FOR YOU Occupation: National Guard, Business Owner Education: 90 College Credits My name is Mike Merino and I’m running LOCAL CANDIDATES IN POWELL COUNTY for County Commissioner in ADLC District 3 ‌Here are the local candidates in Powell County. Prior to this position worked 28 years COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 3‌ because I believe we can work together to im- County: at the Title and Registration Bureau in Deer prove the conditions in our town and county. Lodge. Motor Vehicle Division, supervisor since Doug Crachy, incumbent, I look around and see an area which is strug- COUNTY TREASURER‌ 2009. is unopposed‌ gling to survive. As a business owner in the Education: High School Graduate district, I know how hard it is to make a busi- Pam Reighard ness work. I strive to pay my employees what COMMISSIONER—DISTRICT 2‌ they deserve, and I feel the pain of high taxes. (unopposed)‌ I believe if we put the right priorities first and Age: 55 Ralph Minnix, incumbent, support the local economy with decent jobs Address: 803 Montana Ave., Deer Lodge is unopposed‌ and good opportunities, we can start a positive Occupation: Deputy Treasurer Powell chain reaction which will reverse the trends we have been seeing. I am energetic, motivated, and resourceful, dedicated. I have served my country in the mili- tary, and I am ready to serve my community now. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 9

LOCAL CANDIDATES IN JEFFERSON COUNTY RE-ELECT

CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT mately as our state’s DUI law and traœc safety expert. Recently, I drafted DUI legislation and Dorianne Woods, testified before Montana’s 2015 Legislature to incumbent, is unopposed close loopholes and to prevent leniency for repeat DUI oenders. Except for the time I SHERIFF served as the Prairie County Attorney in Terry, COUNTY ATTORNEY Montana, I have lived in Jeerson County since 2003. Steven C. Haddon I love this county, and that is why my hus- Age: 54 band, Phil, and I chose to raise our girls here. Address: 214 S. Elder, Boulder I was the Assistant Attorney General assigned LESTER EXPERIENCED DEDICATED PROFESSIONAL Occupation: Jeerson County Attorney to the Montana Law Enforcement Academy. I Education: J.D., Gonzaga University School served our country by enlisting when I was 17 When I was elected, I promised to make changes to improve of Law, Spokane, Washington; MBA, National as a pharmacy technician for the University, San Diego, California; B.S., Rocky Army Reserve. I attended Pepperdine School of our department. I kept my promise! Here are just a few of Mountain College, Billings, Mon- Law on scholarship and graduated cum laude. the changes made during my rst term: tana I received my Bachelor of Science in Soil and As you know, the County At- Crop Sciences from Colorado State University. We partnered with donors to start a Canine program at no torney prosecutes violations of cost to the taxpayers. This program has improved our ability Montana’s criminal laws. How- DISTRICT 1 COMMISSIONER ever, the County Attorney also to locate drugs and prosecute dealers. represents the county in civil Leonard Wortman matters, and provides legal ad- Age: 67 We partnered with donors and obtained a grant to purchase vice and guidance to the county. Haddon Address: 10 Rodeo Trail, P.O. Box D, Boulder body cameras for every ofcer in the department. We can To this end, a solid foundation Occupation: County Commissioner and now document our interactions with the public and obtain in criminal, civil, and local government law is Fence Contractor, AA and AAS in Human Ser- required. I have gained extensive experience vices. evidence to gain convictions. in these areas through 22 years of practice. I have been a Commissioner since January of I have civil and criminal litigation experience 2010. I also served for six years in the 1990’s. We dedicated a detective to the Internet Crimes Against in state and federal courts (representing the In a nutshell, I am a very strong believer in pri- Children Task Force (ICAC). We now have the ability to locate State of Montana and local governments) and vate property rights, I am willing to fight for the and track online predators who look to prey on our kids. appellate experience in the Montana Supreme people of Jeerson County, and I firmly believe Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. that I can help build Jeerson County’s future We dedicated a detective to investigate domestic violence My experience has served Jeerson County well in a positive way. for the past 3 years; first as Chief Deputy, and I led the eorts to keep the MSTI Line on pub- cases on a full time basis. The victims and children involved now as your County Attorney. lic lands and o of private lands in the Whitehall in these cases deserve our best effort. I am a Missoula native, and a former Marine. area. I also led the eort for Jeerson County Our son is on active duty with the United States to keep our House seat during Legislative Re- We authorized Crisis Intervention Training for our ofcers, Air Force. My wife Joanna and I will celebrate districting. I was able to help Jeerson County dispatchers, and detention offers. This training helps us be our 31st anniversary in October. secure more than three million dollars to help restore Pipestone Creek and get control of the more responsive to citizens in crisis and reduces physical Erin Inman Eurasian Water Milfoil in the Jeerson Slough. altercations involving our ofcers. Age: 44 We are currently working with folks to estab- Address: 2 Grassy Moun- lish a wind farm and assemble wind turbines at Let’s keep working together to improve our law enforcement tain, Montana City the business park near Whitehall. We are also department for your family... and mine! Occupation: Attorney working with folks on a manufacturing site be- Education: Bachelor of Sci- tween Boulder and Whitehall. ence in Soil and Crop Services, I have been very involved with eorts in Thank you! Colorado State University; Law Boulder to help move that community past the Ed Lester degree graduate cum laude devastation of the Legislature and Governor from Pepperdine School of closing the Montana Developmental Center. We Law. have great opportunities for Boulder to totally Inman I have dedicated my career rebrand itself. I would like to thank everyone to bettering Montana as a prosecutor and ulti- for your continued support.

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STATEHOUSE CANDIDATES FOR SOUTHWEST MONTANA House District 71 County Democrats, I vowed to never HOUSE DISTRICT 75 sity of Maryland, funds to allow our educators to pre- let a Republican go unchallenged Business Manage- pare our students for the future. Ray Shaw, in the general election. Seeing that Kirk Wagoner, ment, current Junior The future of our state depends Republican, the cost for filing is $15 and showing Republican, status. Am a certi- upon the political parties working evidence of $50 in the bank while fied sta—ng profes- together to ensure we all can thrive incumbent not living under a bridge, it was an incumbent sional and a Senior in the Treasure State. I believe I can easy pledge to keep. Being a vet- Human Resources make a diŒerence and will work to Age: 70 Age: 47 eran (U.S. Army 1957-59), I believe Professional. bring all parties together to accom- Address: 251 Bivens Cr. Rd., Address: 1 Jackson Creek Rd duty to defend democracy does not Steketee Hello, JeŒerson plish our goals. Sheridan #2347; Clancy terminate at “honorable discharge.” County friends and I have traveled all over my district Occupation: Contact info: Why other Beaverhead veterans do neighbors! As a JeŒerson County this summer and found many voters Small business kirk@kirkbwag- not run for o—ce is a mystery to me. native and longtime business owner, like me who want change. I am the owner oner.org Montana’s major issues in 2017 I am running to be your legislative candidate that wants to get to work Ray is a fifth- Occupation: will be addressing human-caused Representative because I want to to change the old political system generation Mon- Bomb Disposal rapid climate change and dewater- put JeŒerson County back on top of that pushes Montanans apart and be tanan, having lived Technician, Diver, ing of the rivers in our “last best the list for economic development the leader of a new legislature that his whole life in the places,” namely the JeŒerson and Computer Guru and other opportunities at the state brings us together for the good of all Shaw Ruby Valley and is Big Hole rivers. I have been the level. I see this as a year-round re- Montana. running for his elected twice to sponsibility and have the time and third term in the House of Represen- , Wagoner Montana House of determination to know the issues and Kathy Swanson, tatives. He has always represented Republican Representatives. the people involved in them, and to Democrat, incumbent the people of H.D. 71, promoting I state my position clearly on the influence the issues in our favor. jobs and working for a stronger Age: 65 issues and fight for what is right. Pro- I see this work as non-partisan, Age: 69 economy. Ray is a big supporter of Address: 607 Highland, Ave., Life, Pro-Gun, Pro-Business, Pro-You. there are more local issues that Address: 308 East 6th St., Ana- agriculture, small business, tour- Dillon I am one of the most eŒective legisla- unite us than national issues that di- conda ism, and outdoor recreation. Secur- Occupation: tors of the last session having six bills vide us. It is the local and state issues Occupation: Retired from South- ing funding for Virginia City and Ne- President/CEO Pi- become law. That is a good example on which we can work together and west Montana Community Federal vada City restorations, plus funding oneer Federal Sav- of my ability to work across party for which a strong voice is needed, Credit Union after a 20-year career. for the JeŒerson slough watermilfoil ings and Loan lines, communicate clearly and ef- regardless of party, and that strong Enjoyed the position of Head Teller for project. Also funding education al- Education: fectively and get the job done. voice is what will lead to the great- approximately 18 years. ways has been and always will be a 1969 graduate I have proven leadership, values, est amount of success for our County. Education: Graduated from Ana- top priority. He has been a strong of Powell County votes, and eŒectiveness that make a Please visit my website www.mthd75. conda Central High School in 1966. proponent and will be for the new High School and diŒerence. I plan to bring more sun- com and thank you for your support! I feel the primary issues for the Veterans Home in Butte. Welch 1973 graduate of shine to the state in the form of open 2017 Legislative session are: Infra- the University of government and transparency bills, HOUSE DISTRICT 77 structure, which will create jobs, House District 72 Montana criminally penalize fraud and abuse Kerry Graybeal, Healthcare, Education, Veterans Is- Mike Mosolf, As a community leader for 41 in government, and for my archery sues, and Keeping Public Lands in years, I am a proven business friends lighted nocks. I will also con- Republican Public Hands. I serve on the State Democrat leader and decision-maker who tinuously support reducing taxes to Administration, Veterans AŒairs Com- can apply common sense when grow Montana businesses especially Age: 56 mittee, as well as Local Government Age: 78 needed. I have successfully dealt the overly taxed manufacturing in- Address: 91 Barnes Creek Road, and Transportation Committees. Address: 720 Kentucky Ave., Dil- with difficult decisions on a daily dustry. Hall I have been successful in spon- lon basis. It has been my pleasure to If you want a fair and open gov- Occupation: soring and passing Occupation: Self-employed/ work with customers throughout ernment, individual protections and Retired Elementary a number of key Property management Legislative District 72 and from real business growth then vote for Education Teacher bills, including the Education: B.S. University of every walk of life. the legislator with proven Integrity, Education: BA in State Employee Pay Idaho, Physical Ed/ My list of public service on a lo- Intelligence and Sense in State gov- Elementary Educa- Raise, as well as bills Biological Science cal, state and national level is as ernment. Vote for Kirk B Wagoner. tion, Carroll College. requested by the 1964 extensive and varied as are the My roots in Mon- Credit Union League, As a Democrat issues facing us as Montanans. Sabrina Steketee, tana House District and Engineers and running for pub- 77 go back to my fa- Land Surveyors. I am Taxes, jobs, water, healthcare, Democrat Graybeal Swanson lic o—ce in Bea- school funding, local property ther, State Senator a native Anacondan. verhead County, I taxes, state and federal lands, Age: 54 John Manley, who I am the widow of Butch Swanson, and know exactly what wages, grazing fees and resource Address: 44 Browns Gulch Rd., was from Drummond, and my mother, together we raised four children in I’m up against. For management are just a few of the Boulder Janet Eccleston Manley, who was from Anaconda. I have four grandchildren. Mosolf the past 40 years issues that constituents have dis- Occupation: Business Owner, Anaconda. As a three-term incumbent of HD 77, I House District 72 cussed with me. KEY Personnel, Inc., a sta—ng firm The future of jobs in District 77 feel there has been some progressive has voted solidly Republican. At the When elected, I assure you that I founded in Holland, Michigan, in depends upon bringing in new busi- legislation passed, and I will stand on federal level President Bill Clinton I will work hard, study the issues 1990 and continue to own and oper- nesses to employ our friends and my voting record. I love serving the received 28% of the vote and Mrs. and make the decisions that will ate from in Montana. family. Our loved ones are leaving citizens of Deer Lodge and Granite Clinton will probably get the same move southwestern Montana for- Education: Graduate of JeŒerson the area for jobs; I want to be able to Counties, and I request your vote for number this coming November. ward. I would be proud to repre- High School class of 1979, Boulder. keep them in the district. The future of a fourth term. So why am I running? When I sent you and humbly ask for your Studied accounting at University of education depends upon the leaders was chairperson of the Beaverhead vote. Montana 1979-1981. Studied Univer- in our Legislature properly allocating See Statehouse, PAGE A11 THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 11

waste and abuse of the pub- to work with my fellow legisla- of UM-Western, The Ruby Dam tana Like most, I think government Statehouse lic’s money. Environmental tors from Butte and Anaconda project, as well as The Virginia Occupation: Engineer should be e¤cient, e¡ective, Continued from Page 10A concerns are serious but we as well as others throughout and Nevada City Complex. Education: Montana accountable, and transparent. can’t over regulate ourselves Montana to find sensible solu- I’ve also been a strong ad- Tech—Masters and Bachelors I would support legislation out of a nation. tions to Montana’s problems. vocate for Montana Youth Degrees in that best ensures these and I HOUSE DISTRICT 78 Gordon Pierson Having worked for Sun Mt Lum- Challenge. I’ve served as a Metallurgical would also work to promote Dean DeSilva, ber for 20 years, being an avid Majority Whip, and chaired Engineering more opportunities for Mon- Jr., Democrat, life-long sportsman and snow- the FWP committee completely I’m run- tanans to work and enjoy their Republican mobiler and 4th generation reforming wolf management ning to help lives. incumbent Montanan, I want to continue policy, reaching a more e¡ec- improve how My many attributes make Age: 52 to represent the people of HD tive solution for both ranchers our state me the best choice for your Address: 701 Tumbleweed Age: 45 Address: 603 Washington, 78 to the best of my ability. and wildlife managers. I’m also government vote. I’m a real-world prob- Lane, Deer Lodge prideful in working to fund the operates. lem solver, a life-long citizen Occupation: Electrical Con- Deer Lodge Nordwick Occupation: Registered SENATE DISTRICT 36 State’s Share of the New Veter- My diverse volunteer, a fifth generation tractor (DeSilva Electric LLC) an’s Home in Butte, and won’t engineering Montanan, and common-sense Education: 6 years USN Nurse at Community Hospital Je Welborn, of Anaconda, cooking business rest until it becomes reality. experience shows a proven wife and mom. Put me to work Submarine Service; 2 Years record of working collabora- for you. Community College AS Electri- owner/operator Republican Education: Bachelor’s De- SENATE DISTRICT 39 tively with professionals, bu- cal and electronic technology Age: 47 reaucrats and public citizens Gene Vuckovich, I am a six-year veteran of gree in Nursing from Mt. Tech Address: Box 790, Dillon Dick Motta, I am running for re-election to implement successful solu- Democrat, the USN Submarine service. Occupation: small business Libertarian tions to a variety of challenging I am a staunch supporter of to HD 78 because I feel that owner incumbent the voters of Deer Lodge, Ana- problems. Veterans both in private and Educa- Address: 13 John Long Road, I would be supportive of government issues. I believe conda and Butte need a repre- tion: May Phillipsburg Address: sentative who recognizes the state government getting the 1205 West we need to stand up for those Technical tools it needs to improve ser- who have stood up for our diversity of the district. It is im- College Suzzann Third St., portant to continue protecting vices, fulfill critical needs, and Anaconda country. My other big issue I’m a life- Nordwick, to provide needed infrastruc- would be taxes. The best, fast- our state employees, ranches, long Beaver- Occupa- teachers, public schools, chil- ture. tion: Semi- est and fairest way to a good head County Republican I believe in the founding stable economy both here in dren, elderly, veterans and resident and retired, con- working class not only in this Welborn Age:53 principles expressed in the sultant/ad- Montana as well as the across a fourth-gen- Declaration of Independence area but throughout Montana. Address: Walkerville, Mon- Vuckovich ministrator the country is to let the peo- eration Montanan. and the U.S. Constitution. ple spend their money and It is important to me to keep My experience, always keep more of what they earn. existing businesses healthy, representing hard working Retired fixed-income people such as mining, reclamation/ Montanans, results in more • Ballot initiative I-177 WILL prohibit recreational and should not have to constantly clean-up, and the timber in- opportunity with better jobs adjust for property-tax hikes dustry, as well as promote new and a strong economy simply commercial trapping on Montana’s public lands. and death taxes are redundant industry/businesses. because I put people ahead of and probably illegal. It is extremely important to politics. Some of my past leg- • I-177 WILL protect people, pets and wildlife from We need to address jobs, me to keep our public lands islative accomplishments are: traps and snares on Montana’s public lands. prison overcrowding, govern- PUBLIC and open for Montan- funding the re-construction of ment overreach and fraud, ans to access. I will continue Old- Main Hall on the campus • I-177 will NOT affect private land, hunting, or shing. LOCAL CANDIDATES IN GRANITE COUNTY • I-177 will NOT prevent protection of livestock from predators. CLERK OF DISTRICT COURT term as Clerk of Court, gaining eight years of experience as The Clerk and 4 years of expe- Carol Bohrnsen, rience as Deputy Clerk. With this experience incumbent I have been able to develop valued relation- Get involved. ships with the personnel of The Court, elected Age: 53 o¤cials, and employees of Granite County. I Address: 231 Upper Willow Creek Road, have been a resident of Granite County for the Phillipsburg majority of my life which has given me the op- Donate. Occupation: Clerk of portunity to know the people that I am serv- the District Court of Granite ing. I would like to thank the citizens of Granite County County for allowing me to serve as Clerk of The Education: High School District Court. Graduate (Granite High Vote. School, Philipsburg); Two COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2 years undergraduate study (MSU, Bozeman) Scott Adler, incumbent, is I am running for The Clerk YESon177.com Bohrnsen unopposed of Court in Granite County, Montanans for Trap-Free Public Lands Philipsburg, Montana. At the Did not submit information in time for pub- end of this year, I will have finished my second lication Paid for by Montanans for Trap-Free Public Lands, Bill Leaphart, Treas., PO Box 8754, Missoula, MT 59807 12 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD STATEHOUSE CANDIDATES FROM BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY WE ARE OFF TO A Here are candidates for the state House and ture. As someone born and raised in Butte, I’m Senate from Butte-Silver Bow. proud of what makes our community special. GREAT START BUT WE ARE As your Representative in Helena I’ll continue HOUSE DISTRICT 73 to work with the Butte delega- tion to ensure that our collec- NOT FINISHED YET , Democrat tive voice is heard. As your Address: 2131 Wall St., Butte legislator, I am committed to Occupation: Retired working with both sides of the Sen. Keane has served nu- aisle to invest and fund infra- 1O GOOD REASONS TO RE-ELECT merous years in the Montana structure that includes the SW Legislature. He served four years Montana Veterans home. MATT VINCENT CHIEF EXECUTIVE in the House from 2001 to 2008 We need to continue in- Lynch and in the Senate from 2009 vesting in education, schools, until this year. During the last and our young people. We need to ensure that 1. As a distinguished alumni of Montana Tech with 20 years session, he served on numerous Keane our outdoor heritage of hunting, fishing and committees, including Finance recreating on public lands is a priority and of Superfund experience, Matt is most qualiˆed to lead our and Claims; Natural Resources; Energy and Tele- that access remains open. Strengthening and community’s environmental cleanup and restoration efforts. communications; Joint Natural Resources and diversifying the economy in Butte and contin- Transportation. ued creation of jobs needs to be a daily task. Last but certainly not least, is ensuring that 2. His emphasis on public-private partnerships has resulted HOUSE DISTRICT 74 the commitments that have been made to our seniors are honored. Please do not hesitate to in major corporate investments highlighted by the $25 million Amanda Curtis, Democrat reach out to me with thoughts and ideas as we major utility headquarters on the corner of Park & Main. Age: 37 move towards the next session. Address: 1117 North Emmett, Butte Occupation: Teacher SENATE DISTRICT 37 3. B-SB’s state-of-the-art public information systems have Education: B.S. Biology, MTech; M.Ed. Edu- Jon Sesso, Democrat, created new & useful opportunities for citizen engagement. cational Leadership, UMT I’m a Butte High math teacher trying to bring incumbent the Butte values of working hard and telling the 4. Under his watch we’ve invested over $70 million in major truth to Helena. My priorities this session will Age: 62 focus on supporting working Address: 811 W. Galena St. upgrades to our water & wastewater treatment infrastructure. families, Native Americans, Occupation: City-County Planning Director; veterans, students, women— Minority Leader, Montana State Senate; Chair of 5. Matt has assembled a ˆrst-rate leadership team, one all Montanans who need a Legislative Finance Committee voice in our state Capitol. Education: Master’s Degree, Communica- focused on a common mission and vision for our community. I’ll work to protect Mon- tions, University of Wisconsin-Madison tanans against so-called My main reason for running is to continue “Right-to-Work” legislation serving the community. I’ve gained some valu- 6. Since 2012, the amount of asphalt B-SB’s Public Works that aims to reduce the rights able legislative experience over these past 12 has applied to our roads has more than doubled. of employees. I’ll work to ad- Curtis years, the last six as Minority Leader, and I think dress Montana’s aging infra- I can represent Butte well for an- structure and create more decent-paying jobs. I other term as your State Senator. 7. Matt kept his pledge to freeze his salary until performance know from personal experience that an educa- My legislative work has fo- & accountability measures are put in place. tion is the key to a brighter future, and I will cused primarily on crafting a work for policies that strengthen public educa- responsible, balanced budget, tion, lower student debt, and provide opportu- making sure Montana operates 8. Matt has directed investment of millions of dollars in nities for all our students to succeed. Finally, within our means without raising I’ll defend against the movement to sell our taxes. I take pride in the fact that the areas of public health, parks & recreation, and arts & culture public lands to the highest bidder. I’m proud to Montana stays in the black (even Sesso to enhance the quality of life of all of our citizens. represent Butte and the amazing people here. during the Great Recession), and I think strong Democratic leadership has had a HOUSE DISTRICT 76 lot to do with that. 9. He has begun the community visioning process he promised. Another key issue for me has been protect- Ryan Lynch, Democrat, ing public access to all our traditional recreation areas. I will stand up for Montana’s good stream 10. We are off to a great start but we are not ˆnished yet. incumbent access law and making sure public lands stay in Age: 35 public hands. And, as always, a top priority is Address: 3141 Burlington St., Butte jobs. We have to invest in people and projects Occupation: Development CCCS, Inc. that can help keep Butte and Montana moving Education: Bachelors of Business Adminis- forward. MATT VINCENT MattVincent4Butte.com tration from Gonzaga University CHIEF EXECUTIVE #VoteVincent It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your Representative in the Montana Legisla- Please see SILVER-BOW, Page A13 Paid for b y M att V i ncent For C h i e f E x e c u t ive · John Jac obs o n , Tr e asurer · P. O . B o x 830 B utte , M T 5 9 703 THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 13

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She has said the federal Land and Water company where he worked primarily in the en- Denise Juneau Conservation Fund, which pays for the ac- ergy, technology and defense sectors. He was Age and birth date: 49, April 5, 1967 quisition and development of public outdoor Age and birth date: 54, Nov. 1, 1961 elected to the Montana State Senate, where he Birthplace: Oakland, Calif. recreation areas using revenues from oil and Birthplace: Bozeman chaired the Senate Education Committee and If not Montana, how long have you lived gas leases, must be fully funded, while her Education: Zinke grew up in Whitefish, and served on the Senate Finance and Claims Com- here: Since 1969 opponent has instead suggested reform. She was a standout student-athlete. He was the mittee. Zinke was elected to the House in 2012. Education: Graduated also has cast herself as a champion for natu- captain of the 1980 football state champions Family: Zinke is a fifth-generation Montanan from Browning High School, ral resource development, so long as environ- and parlayed his success into a scholarship with deep family roots in Bozeman, Glasgow, 1985; received bachelor’s mental requirements are met. to the University of Oregon. Glendive, Whitefish, and Richey. Zinke was born degree in English from Mon- Juneau also has campaigned heavily in In- At Oregon, Zinke earned All in Bozeman and grew up in Whitefish on the tana State University, 1993; dian Country, where she has focused on the PAC-10 honors and graduated same property where his family lives today. a master’s degree in educa- role of Congress in fulfilling treaty promises. with a Bachelor of Science in Zinke met the love of his life, Lolita (Hand) while tion from Harvard University, If elected, she would be the first Native Ameri- Geology. he was a Naval ožcer and she was a public 1994; and a law degree from can woman in U.S. Congress. Military service: Zinke defender. The Zinkes have three children, Jen- Juneau the University of Montana What experience best qualifies you for signed up for the Navy, gradu- nifer – who is a Navy diver and married a Navy Law School, 2004. the job? ating from Ožcer Candidate SEAL – and two college-aged sons, Wolfgang Past employment: Hotel housekeeper, Juneau highlighted her successes as Super- School and was selected for an and Konrad. They are the proud grandparents convenience store clerk, teacher’s aide at intendent of Public Instruction as evidence of Zinke elite Navy SEAL unit. He was of two wonderful granddaughters, Matilda and Browning schools, 1986-88; high school her ability to lead. first assigned to SEAL Team Charlotte. teacher in New Town, North Dakota, 1994- “Graduation rates are at historic highs and One, then was later selected to SEAL Team Six What are your top priorities? 95; teacher at Browning High School, 1995-97; I have really done that by collaborative work where he was a Team Leader, Ground Force Zinke said border security, job creation and instructional specialist and Director of Indian across the state,” she said. Commander, Task Force Commander, and Cur- frontier health care reforms will be among his Education at the Montana Ožce of Public In- She also highlighted her concurrent ser- rent Operations Ožcer in support of National top priorities if re-elected. struction, 1998-2001; law clerk at the Montana vice on the state’s land board, which oversees Command Authority missions.During his 23- “I want to make sure health care delivery in Supreme Court, 2004-05; associate attorney about 5.2 million acres of surface rights and year career with the SEALs, Ryan earned two Montana fits Montana priorities,” Zinke said, at Monteau and Peebles specializing in federal 6.2 million acres of mineral rights owned by master’s degrees, including an MBA in Finance adding that he wants to create a training pipe- American Indian law, 2005-06; division ad- Montana and whose revenues fund public and Master of Science in Global Leadership. line to get more people in the medical field ministrator at the Ožce of Public Instruction, education. Throughout his career, Zinke served as working in rural parts of the state. 2006-08; Superintendent of Public Instruc- “We’ve increased access to public lands by the Special Operations Ožcer in Europe, and What experience best qualifies you for tion, 2009 to present. thousands and thousands of acres and we’ve served as the SEAL Commander of Joint Task the job? Family: Partner, Dayna Swanson, mother done a great job of responsibly managing our Force TWO in support of Special Operations Leadership is what makes him the most and father Carol and William Stanley Juneau, state public lands,” she said. “People have missions in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia and qualified to serve as Montana’s lone congress- and brother Ron Juneau. twice elected me to a most trusted position. Kosovo. In Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, Zinke man, Zinke said. “As a former military ožcer, I What are your top priorities? I’m ready to take that record to Congress.” was assigned as Deputy and acting Commander, bucked party leadership when party leadership Juneau has campaigned on being an ampli- Do you support your party’s nominee Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force- was wrong for Montana. And I represent Mon- fier for Montana voices at Congress on issues for president? Arabian Peninsula where he led a force of over tana. I don’t represent the party, I represent from public land management to campaign Juneau focused instead on Republican 3,500 Special Operations personnel in Iraq. In the state.” finance reform. candidate Donald Trump and her opponent’s 2006 he was awarded two Bronze Stars. Zinke cited his work on border security, “I’m going to put Montana’s land and econ- Past employment: After his retirement, in omy first,” she said. Please see JUNEAU, Page A24 2008, he began his own business consulting Please see ZINKE, Page A24

cause I still have a great desire to work with health care, energy distribution, and protecting our economy. I will protect and honor our Silver-Bow my constituents and use my experience to fulfill access to public lands. commitment to our veterans. I will uphold From A12 the needs of our communities. your privacy and civil liberties. I will protect I’m proud of my record as a State Represen- SENATE DISTRICT 38 the environment and fight for our right to de- tative for eight years. A high priority has been velop our energy and natural resources. I will SENATE DISTRICT 38 education policy and funding to ensure all our Glenn Rosenbaum, fight legislation that supports illegal immigra- Edith (Edie) McClaerty, children have a quality education. I’ve also fo- Republican tion. I will work to make healthcare more af- cused on working with community members to fordable and accessible. I will fight to improve Democrat help our troubled youth. Another passion has Age: 43 our public education and defend our children, been fighting to protect our rights to enjoy our Address: 50 Maggie Hill our teachers and our school boards against Age: 56 public lands. I’ve supported Medicaid expan- Road, Clancy, MT burdensome regulations. I will protect our Address: 1311 Stuart, Butte, sion, stood by our seniors and veterans, and Occupation: Retired Military rights and liberties a˜orded to us under our MT voted to keep a balanced budget. Education: Computer Net- State and US constitution and our Montana Occupation: Fifth-grade Given the opportunity to serve again, I will work Management Degree, way of life. I ask that you give me a chance Teacher, Hillcrest Elementary roll up my sleeves and work with both sides Certified Commercial Helicop- to give your voice and your vote back to you Education: Bachelor of Arts, ter Pilot of the aisle to get the job done for my district Rosenbaum and to be your delegate in the State Senate Elementary Education; Minor: and all Montanans. Priorities will be job cre- I am running for State Sen- District 38. McClaerty Special Education, Reading ation, workforce training, paying for and fixing ate for one reason: I want to serve you! I will I’m running for Senator be- deteriorating infrastructure, public education, work hard to create more jobs and improve 14 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

CANDIDATES FOR MONTANA SUPREME COURT

Kristen Juras because it lacks consistency, pointing to “more private land in several states and critiqued than 100 times” the court reversed itself be- previous Montana Supreme Court rulings. By mid-September, had already tween 1990 and 2000. Dirk Sandefur has cast himself as the ex- Montana di¤ers from many states in al- racked up 53,000 on the campaign car she Juras named retired Justice Sandra O’Connor, perienced choice in Montana’s lone contested lowing people to fish and boat on all streams bought just a few months earlier. the first woman ever appointed to the nation’s Supreme Court race. below the high-water marks, so long as they Juras, a University of Montana law profes- highest court, as her U.S. Supreme Court justice. At campaign stops, Sand- don’t trespass on adjacent private land. Some sor in the midst of her first bid She did not specifically answer a question efur makes frequent mention states consider the stream bed part of the for public oŠce, is seeking the about which cases she would recuse herself of his 14-year tenure as a Great private property and limit recreational access. Montana Supreme Court seat from. Falls District Court judge, seek- Juras, a University of Montana law profes- sor, has called the 1985 law a good balance soon-to-be vacated by retiring When asked in September about a time when ing to draw a contrast with op- Justice Pat Cotter. of private rights and public access and said her ethics were questioned, Juras told a Great ponent Kristen Juras’ lack of Between the candidate fo- she will enforce it. Falls audience she stood her ground “even when judicial experience. rums, debates and dozens pub- Asked what else might dis- Sandefur said he did not have a favorite lic appearances, it sounded as the governor calls and asks the president of the U.S. Supreme Court justice, but hastened to university to terminate my employment with the Sandefur tinguish him from Juras, Sand- Juras if she’d hit every corner of the efur gets straight to the point. mention he had won the support of each of state. university.” the Montana Supreme Court’s former justices. In 2012, Juras prepared a report for an interim “My opponent has a public record of zeal- “It’s the most challenging thing that I’ve ever ously advocating extreme pro-censorship, He did not specifically answer a question legislative committee on centrally assessed about which cases he would recuse himself done, but it’s also very rewarding,” Juras said anti-stream access, discriminatory, and anti- property taxes that in part criticized the De- from. ahead a September candidate forum in Seeley out-of-state corporate taxation positions,” Lake, the fourth of 10 such appearances with partment of Revenue. Juras had completed the He also declined to cite state Supreme Sandefur wrote in a September email. “Right opponent and District Court Judge Dirk Sand- study under contract for Cablevision/Bresnan, Court rulings he agreed and disagreed with, or wrong, she cannot change her stripes and efur. “It’s been quite a learning experience. … a company in the midst of a campaign to lower explaining those decisions “cannot and should divorce herself from her vehement agenda I’m learning a lot more about politics.” its tax burden. not be measured by whether people agree or biases.” Sandefur, who won a contested race for his She said then Gov. Brian Schweitzer was upset disagree” with the outcome. Great Falls judicial seat in 2002, has repeatedly Sandefur hit the same notes in recalling Despite the state Supreme Court contest’s with the report’s findings and called on UM’s his decision to jump into the race to replace underscored the fact that Juras has never served president to ask for Juras’ resignation. apolitical tag, conservatives have lined up be- as a judge, painting himself as the only candi- retiring Justice Pat Cotter. He said he hopes hind Juras, while Democrats have gravitated Schweitzer has denied ever calling for her to defend the court’s integrity from out-of- date qualified for the job. exit. toward Sandefur, forcing both candidates to Yet Juras has not shied away from the dis- state corporate interests that had returned to deny accusations of political bias on the cam- Despite the state Supreme Court contest’s back “another inexperienced, ideology-driven cussion about her qualifications for the state’s apolitical tag, conservatives have lined up be- paign trail. highest court. candidate in yet another attempt to buy our Sandefur has been endorsed by Montana hind Juras, while Democrats have gravitated In fact, the 60-year-old Conrad native thinks Court to shape and influence it for their own Conservation Voters, MEA-MFT, Montana AFL- toward Sandefur, forcing both candidates to she has exactly the qualities that court needs. purposes.” CIO, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers & “My opponent has only worked for the gov- deny accusations of political bias on the cam- The 54-year-old former Cascade County Trainmen and the Montana Sportsmen Alli- ernment,” she wrote in a September email. “We paign trail. prosecutor and Havre police oŠcer has cited ance, groups traditionally aligned with Demo- already have five justices on the court with a Juras has won endorsements from fellow a law review article he says shows Juras’ “evi- crats. government background, but none with 34 years UM professors, former state lawmakers and dence of bias” against Montana’s perennially Sandefur holds a wide lead in the fundrais- experience representing small business owners, the Republican-friendly Montana Chamber of popular stream access law. ing race, with $118,964 in the bank at the start farmers, ranchers, nonprofit organizations, and Commerce. The article, co-written by Juras, criticized of September to Juras’ $38,101.09. individuals.” Sandefur holds a wide lead in the fundraising the expansion of public access to rivers via Juras has told crowds the state Supreme race, with $118,964 in the bank at the start of Court is not known as being business-friendly September to Juras’ $38,101.09.

INITIATIVE 181

Voters almost didn’t get a chance to vote ans for Research and Cures, a group pri- schools. decision, justices opted not to consider on Initiative 181. marily funded by the private McLaughlin In July, those opponents, joined by the the initiative’s constitutionality, explain- The divisive ballot measure, which would Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences Montana Taxpayers Association, filed a ing that if the measure becomes law, then raise public funding for a private medical — asks voters to approve the creation of a lawsuit that argued the initiative was un- it can be challenged. research group, faced a staunch legal chal- 13-member, governor-appointed board constitutional, citing Montana law that The initiative qualified for the ballot lenge and needed the Montana Supreme that would award state bond proceeds to prohibits bond money from being used to with 24,970 verified signatures — almost Court’s blessing to appear before voters in non- and for-profit groups that conduct benefit private individuals and entities not 800 more than the tally needed to go be- November. research on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and under the state’s control. fore voters. At issue was some $200 million in tax- other brain illnesses. Proponents cited past court rulings and Over the past seven months, measure payer-backed bonds that I-181 supporters The measure is opposed by several of the some $41 million in state grant awards organizers have spent roughly $173,000, hope to use to promote “the development state’s largest labor unions and a passel of to make the case that private groups fre- and raised double that total, in support of of therapies and cures for brain diseases bipartisan state lawmakers who fear the quently, and legally, benefit from public the initiative. and injuries and mental illnesses” in Mon- nine-figure financial commitment created funds. More than one-third of those dollars tana. under the initiative could limit the state’s In August, the state’s highest court ruled came from the Great Falls-based McLaugh- The initiative — supported by Montan- ability to raise similar funding for roads and in favor of the measure’s backers. In a 5-0 lin Research Institute. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 15 k JUSTICE of the PEACE Ben As passionate about my work as judge as I am about my love of Butte ezdarExperienced. P , Honest, Experience that matters for Butte-Silver Bow Education & Work History Fair • Butte Justice of the Peace #2 since 2012. Over 25 years’ experience • Butte Central Graduate 1981, MT Tech Graduate- Occupational Health in corrections, addictions public health & extensive knowledge of the and Safety Degree low socio-economic dynamics of our community- Fifteen plus years mentoring & advising youth; Teens Advocating Safe Community youth • Extensive training and knowledge understanding federal and coalition Founder & Adviser& creator and founder of Teen alternative state codes parties for St. Patrick’s Day and other events • Operated and managed a Class A trucking company for 10 years • Extensive understanding of contracts through managing and working in business • Certi‡ed twice by the MT Supreme Court, Judicially trained by the MT • Taught life skills in corrections, employment specialist in corrections, Supreme Court nine times since 2012-Certi‡ed in Cognitive Principles & education specialist in corrections Restructuring, Numerous trainings in behavioral health • Former Chair and member of the Butte Literacy Program, Butte local tobacco coalition member -Former Butte Tobacco Prevention Specialist & Health educator in the • Montana Tech Wellness Task Force schools THE RIGHT MAN ALREADY DOING THE Job! SINCE BEING SWORN IN NOVEMBER 9, 2012 • Issued & overseen over 370 orders of protection • Of‡ciated over 260 weddings

• Adjudicated over 325 Landlord-Tennant cases • Created an under 18 MIP court in Butte-Silver Bow to oversee youth offenders • Presided over 450 plus criminal arraignments • Progressive sentencing and handling of cases • On call 24/7 for issuance of Highway Patrol and • Strong relationship with the Butte-Silver Bow Police warrants-Butte Justice Court #2 handled County Attorney’s & MT Public Defenders Of‡ce 3,500+ tickets to enact swift hearings as needed The Pezdark Family has lived in Butte since the 1890’s. Ben is the First Born of Ben and Mildred (Rosa) Pezdark and has three siblings; brothers Charlie, Greg, and sister, Teresa Pezdark McDonald. Wife, Renee Pascavage Pezdark of 30 years, son and daughter in law, Jason and Kristin Pascavage, Daughter, Tamara Ann Pezdark. Grandchildren: Colton, Conner, Bryce and Ella 498-8718 • pezdark@yah .c m http://www.face k.c m/JusticePezdark Paid for by RE-ELECT PEZDARK FOR JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, Renee Pascavage, Treasurer, 2609 Elm St., Butte, MT 59701 16 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

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Greg Gianforte Gianforte also has roundly criticized Bullock His administration has rolled out an as not friendly to natural resource industries Steve Bullock infrastructure plan to make $200 million Age and birth date: 55, April 17, 1961 out of an overzealous focus on environmental Age and birth date: 50, April 11, 1966 investments right away in infrastructure Birthplace: San Diego, Calif. protection and has argued that he would be Birthplace: Missoula needs and create a “Build Montana Trust” If not Montana, how long have you lived more supportive of responsible mining, timber Education: Graduated from Helena High with 75 percent of the revenue from the here: Since 1995 harvesting and other development projects. School, 1984; received bach- Coal Tax Severance Fund that “goes beyond Education: Graduated from Upper Merion “We need to make it easier for businesses to elor’s degree in politics, phi- any individual legislator or governor,” Bull- High School in King of Prussia, get started and to grow here,” he said. losophy and economics from ock said. Pennsylvania, 1979; received What experience best qualifies you for Claremont McKenna College, Bullock said the state sees about a billion bachelor’s degree in electrical the job? Claremont, Calif., 1988; re- dollars in consumer spending each year tied engineering and a master’s Although this is Gianforte’s first run for pub- ceived law degree with hon- to outdoor recreation in the state and his degree in computer science, lic o¤ce, he has championed his leadership ors, Columbia University law creation of an O¤ce of Outdoor Recreation from Stevens Institute of Tech- in the private sector and as a philanthropist. school, New York, 1994. under the his O¤ce of Economic Develop- “I’ve spent my whole career building diverse nology. Bullock Past employment: Mar- ment to capture more of those dollars. Past employment: Prod- teams solving hard problems. We built one of keting and business analyst, The state also needs to continue to push the state’s largest commercial employers,” he Gianforte uct Manager, AT&T Bell Labo- United Pacific Life/United for early childhood education, he said. “We ratories, 1983-86; Founder and said, referencing the software company, Right Pacific Financial, Philadelphia, 1988-90; are one of only four or five states that have Now Technologies, which he founded in Boze- President, BrightWork, 1986-94; VP North state director, Citizens for Reliable High- not made those investments but now we man and eventually sold to Oracle for nearly $2 America, McAfee, 1994; Founder and Presi- ways, Helena, 1991; associate attorney, know what a di©erence it can make,” Bull- billion. “I’m the only job creator in this race.” ock said. dent, Bozeman Technology Incubator, 1994- Shaw Pittman, Washington, D.C., 1994-95; After graduating from the Stevens Institute What experience best qualifies you for 97; Founder and CEO, RightNow Technologies associate attorney, Dewey Ballantine, New of Technology in New Jersey, Gianforte worked York, 1995-96; chief legal counsel, secre- the job? 1997-2012; Consultant, Oracle 2012-2013. at AT&T Bell Laboratories as an engineer on a tary of state, Montana, 1996-97; executive Aside from having been governor for Family: Wife, Susan, and four children, Rich- team that developed a widely used Ethernet assistant attorney general, and later acting nearly four years, Bullock said he’s rooted ard, David, Adam and Rachel. standard. He then developed and sold a variety chief deputy, 1997-2001; adjunct professor in Montana. If elected, what are your top priorities? of technology businesses as an entrepreneur, at George Washington University School of “I’ve always openly stood up for the val- Creating and retaining high-wage jobs in including a network management application Law, 2001-04. Prior to his election as attor- ues that make this state great and from the Montana. bought by McAfee Associates in 1994 and Right ney general, Bullock was in private practice experience of going to a public school in That can be achieved, Gianforte said, by Now’s customer service software that was sold in Helena, Governor 2013-present. Helena and experience of working jobs as a reducing regulations, lowering taxes, push- in 2011. Family: Wife, Lisa, and three children, young man in this state, the experience of ing back on federal overreach and “bringing “It’s really that leadership experience that Caroline, Alexandria and Cameron. raising my kids in this community and ulti- a culture of customer service back to state qualifies me to be governor,” he said. If elected, what are your top priori- mately want to build o© what I experienced government.” Gianforte also has served on numerous ties? and provide for them as well,” he said. He has campaigned on holding the growth corporate and nonprofit boards ranging from Bullock said his top four priorities if re- He also said that as attorney general of state government, reducing the top property Petra Academy, the Bozeman Christian school elected are to make infrastructure invest- he had the experience of “bringing people tax rate in the state, investing in core infrastruc- his children attended, to ACE Scholarships. ments, build the state’s recreational econ- together to get things done and recognize ture projects – water, sewer and roads – and re- Do you support your party’s nominee for omy, improve public education with a focus it’s not about wins and loses in Helena, it’s placing top leadership at many state agencies president? on early childhood education and close the about bringing diverse groups of folks to- with experts from the industries they serve. “I will be voting for Donald Trump,” he said. wage gap between men and women. gether to move this state forward.”

CANDIDATES FOR SHERIFF IN BUTTE-SILVER BOW COUNTY

as your sheri© since 2013. June and I are raising porting agencies in Montana for increase in Ed Lester, incumbent our three boys here, so I have a tremendous Russ Robertson reported crimes. I would build up the Neigh- Age: 50 interest in keeping our community safe. Age: 48 borhood Watch Program & utilize the current Address: 3032 Edwards, During my first term as sheri©, I have made Address: 2203 Ottawa, Butte drug dog to its capabilities; restart drug & al- Butte important changes to make our department Occupation: Sergeant Butte cohol awareness classes (DARE) for grades K-6; Occupation: Butte-Silver more e©ective. These changes include a new Sheri©’s Department start an online public crime locator identifying Bow Sheri© K-9 program, a new detective focusing on do- Education: Unites States Air crimes happening around BSB. This would al- Education: Butte Central mestic violence, an investigator dedicated to Force Security Police, Montana low citizens to be aware of crimes happening High School Class of 1984; the internet safety of our children, a new pro- Law Enforcement Academy, in their neighborhood. 1984-86 Attended Montana gram to track stolen property, rural patrols, Hundreds of hours of Post I also think it’s important for the sheri© to Tech (General Studies); Gradu- and uptown foot patrols. Soon, our entire de- Training from Montana Law En- be accessible & accountable; therefore I want Lester ated from Montana State Uni- partment will be trained in crisis intervention Robertson forcement Academy, 17 years of to start a “Co©ee with the Sheri©” where citi- versity in 1988. B.S. in Sociology techniques. SWAT and a First Line Supervi- zens can sit down with me, voice their concerns, (Emphasis in Criminal Justice); Montana Law I am proud of the progress we have made sor on the streets of Butte Silver Bow for the complaints or just get to know me. We must Enforcement Academy 1989; Over 1,200 hours over the past four years. Right now, our sta© last 11 of my 23+ years. build the relationship between the citizens and of additional Law Enforcement Training is better trained and equipped than we have I am running for sheri© because the com- local law enforcement to ensure all people are I’ve been a law enforcement o¤cer in Butte ever been. Please consider a vote to re-elect munity needs a positive change. Over the last heard. I would appreciate your vote on Novem- for 27 years and I have had the honor of serving Sheri© Ed Lester. Thank You! three years BSB is ranked 7th out of 113 re- ber 8th. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 17

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of the state’s public education system, he said. “We can’t raise our families here without hav- Age and birth date: 62, Sept. 3, 1954 ing a quality public education system.” Vote Democrat Birthplace: Washington, DC. What experience best qualifies you for If not Montana, how long have you lived the job? here: 62 years, since September 1954 With a family that goes back in Montana Education: Butte High School, University five generations and a long history of public of Montana service, Cooney said that though some think Past employment: Cooney he’s a professional politician, for him it’s more Food Brokerage, Butte; State about giving back to his community. Support the party House, Sen. , Sec- “I’m a professional public servant, and that supports retary of State, Health Mothers I’m proud of that,” he said. “That’s how I was Healthy Babies, State Senate, raised, that’s what I grew up appreciating, al- Montana Department of Labor ways trying to do things to better your commu- Steve Bullock Denise Juneau and Industry, Montana Histori- nity and make your state a better place to live.” for Governor for Congress cal Society Interim Director, Cooney has served in both the Montana Cooney Lieutenant Governor House and Senate and was the Secretary of Jobs Family: Wife, DeeAnn, Chil- State and has worked for several nonprofits. dren, Ryan, Adan, Colin Cooney also said he expects to continue If elected, what are your top priorities? working on the Main Street Montana project, Cooney said infrastructure will be one of the something he was a part of at the Department Economy top priorities if the governor is re-elected. of Commerce. He added that the program is “We have a great opportunity to do some a model that future administrations can use. great things with infrastructure by bringing The Montana Constitution does go into Republicans, Democrats and Independents great detail on the role of the lieutenant together,” he said. “We can so close to doing governor. What do you think are the duties Infrastructre that that legislative session. We can do that.” of this job? Pat Noonan John Sesso He also said public lands access and public One of the top duties of the lieutenant gover- for Public for Senate District 37 education will be top issues. nor, Cooney said, is to help make state govern- Service Commission “We Montanans value the opportunity to ment responsive and responsible. Public Education get out and share what has been given to us “We will continue to focus on making sure and enjoy it and at the same time treat it in a the taxpayer’s dollars are properly used and way we can pass it on to future generations,” used for the benefit of the people,” he said. he said. “That’s something I’ll be helping the governor He and his three children are all products with.” Our Public Lands

Stream Access Lesley Robinson rural Montana, local government, and state Edie McCla€erty Ryan Lynch oŸcials.” for Senate District 38 for House District 76 Age and birth date: 50, 1966 What experience best qualifies you for Birthplace: Malta the job? Clean And Healthful Education: Malta High School, 1984 “I am an organizer and a team builder. I work Military record, if any: N/A well with those around me. I look for ways to Enviorment Past employment: Pegasus Gold Mine, Big build consensus. I’ve spent 11 years as a county Sky Beef, OŸce manager at Phillips County commissioner, As the Western Regional Repre- News, Phillips County Com- sentative for the National Association of Coun- missioner, 2005 to present ties, I represent county commissioners from 15 Family: Husband Jim, and states at a national level. I am well versed in their daughter Kirsty Stewart the issues facing Montana and the nation, and If elected, what are your I’m ready to take on any challenge.” Jim Keane Amanda Curtis top priorities? The Montana Constitution does go into for House District 73 for House District 74 “My top priorities will be great detail on the role of the lieutenant being a voice for Agriculture, governor. What do you think are the duties Rural Montana and Local Gov- of this job? Robinson ernment. Agriculture is the “As Lt. Gov., you have the opportunity to backbone of our economy in work on issues specific to your knowledge and Montana. With a background in local govern- skill set. This is why my main role as lieutenant ment and ranching, I am uniquely positioned governor will consist of being a liaison for agri- to build a bridge between rural Montana and culture, rural Montana and local government to our state government. Right now, there is a the Governor’s oŸce. The Lt. Gov. also serves Paid for by Butte-Silver Bow Democrats Burros Club PO Box 887 Butte, MT 59702, Treasurer Tyler Shaer major breakdown in the relationship between an important advisory role.” 18 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

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Matthew Rosendale Majority Leader in 2014. health insurance rates. Rosendale highlighted his business experi- Immediate family: Wife, Jean, and three “While the auditor’s o’ce does not set these ence and years in the Legislature as proof he Age and Birthdate: 56, July 7, 1960 sons, Matthew, Brien and Adam. rates – and they shouldn’t – they set policy and can relate to the industries he will oversee and Place of birth: Baltimore, Maryland If elected, what are your top priorities? the policy impacts the rate,” he said. also understand the needs of average Montan- If not Montana, how long Rosendale broadly supports removing rules He supports the state recognizing health ans. have you lived here: Since June that he said unnecessarily keep financial and care sharing ministries and primary care pro- “When somebody starts trying to pass regu- 2002 insurance products out of Montana’s market- vider contracts as alternatives to insurance lations or legislation that will impact business, Education: Queen Anne’s places, as well as making tweaks where pos- coverage. I’m much better suited to understand how sible to reduce rates. “There is a big di›erence between making County High School, real estate that’s going to impact business and when it “The only thing that should be blocking a sure everybody is covered with insurance and brokerage classes at Wye Mills product from being sold in our state, when it making sure people have access to good health impacts business adversely,” he said. “We have Community College comes to insurance and securities, is if some- care,” he said. to be very careful with what we impose on the Past Employment: “Prior business community because it eventually ends Rosendale body shows there’s a compelling financial rea- He also has suggested that lesser violations to owning and managing my son that product or product line cannot provide of securities or insurance law go through a up hurting the consumer.” ranch, I owned and operated a the service or item they’re trying to sell,” he panel review process by peers rather than be Do you support your party’s nominee for substantial real estate firm with four o’ces said. handled directly by the auditor’s sta›. president? and 65 agents. I have served in the Montana He also said he would look for opportuni- What experience best qualifies you for “Yes, I support my party’s nominee for presi- Legislature since 2010 and was elected Senate ties to work within state regulations to reduce the job? dent,” he said.

health care is unusual in that patients buy a immediately begin work. He highlighted that Do you support your party’s nominee for Jesse Laslovich service without knowing the underlying costs. he already has strong working relationships president? Age and Birthdate: 35, Oct. 3, 1980 “That is di›erent from how we deal with with the relevant government o’cials and Laslovich said he will vote for Hillary Clinton Place of birth: Anaconda pretty much every other aspect of our econ- industry stakeholders. because of her public service experience. Education: Anaconda High School, 1999; omy,” he said. “This is flat unsustainable what “I’ve done the work. I’ve done it for seven “As we campaign, people have been so frus- received a bachelor’s in political science with we’re doing in our state and our nation with years,” he said. “That in-the-trenches expe- trated with their presidential choices,” he said. high honors and a minor in our health care.” rience, like I’ve had, just flat cannot be sub- “I understand it. I share it in many ways, the economics from the Univer- His second priority is to end balance bills stituted.” frustration that this is our choice.” sity of Montana, 2003; a law received by patients who are transported by degree from the University of an out-of-network air ambulance instead sug- Montana Law School, 2006 gesting a law that would require the compa- Past Employment: Part- nies to negotiate prices with the insurer. Please Vote owner, laborer, and operator Third, he said he supports legislation to for Laslovich Construction, grant presumptive disease declarations to JEFF AMERMAN for Auditor 1997-present; legal intern emergency responders for worker’s compen- Laslovich and attorney, Datsopoulos, sation claims, removing the need for firefight- • Certied Public Accountant (CPA) MacDonald & Lind PC of Mis- ers and others to prove that their cancer or soula, 2004-2007; adjunct professor at UM other illness was the result of the job. • Experienced Auditor School of Law, 2006, 2008; assistant attorney His final proposal is to put a cap on how • Veteran - US Army MP Corp general, 2007-2008; special assistant attorney long a homeowner’s insurance company can • Expertise with BSB Budget/Finance general, 2009-present; special assistant U.S. underwrite a policy, driving up the premium, attorney, 2010-2011; State legislator for Ana- because of a claim. Unlike auto policies which “I would be honored to serve as your Auditor conda in the House, 2001-03, and the Senate can only underwrite for three years after a and will work hard to protect your tax dollars.” 2005-10, including as Minority Whip his final ticket, there is no similar limit in home insur- session; chief legal counsel for securities and ance and companies can increase premiums insurance in state auditor’s o’ce, 2010-pres- even when a claim was denied. ent “We need a cap like we have on the per- Immediate family: Wife, Jill, and two chil- sonal auto side,” he said. VOTE dren, Cooper and Summer. What experience best qualifies you for If elected, what are your top priorities? the job? Jeff Laslovich listed several nuts-and-bolts re- Laslovich said his years in state govern- forms to health care, worker’s compensation ment and particularly his work as the current Amerman and homeowner’s insurance regulations that auditor’s legal counsel has given him detailed for he would seek to push through the state Leg- insight into the workings of the o’ce and islature. what is at stake for consumers. The first is working with the state’s largest “This is an o’ce that oversees too highly hospitals to make common health care costs complicated industries,” he said. “This is not Auditor more transparent to patients upfront, which an o’ce someone can just walk into.” Commitment ~ Integrity ~ Experience he said will help consumers make smarter Laslovich said that there will be little time choices and increase market competition in wasted on learning the o’ce’s operations or a way that drives down premiums. He said getting oriented and that, if elected, he could Paid for by Jeff Amerman for Auditor, Michele Shea,Treasurer, PO Box 3384, Butte, MT 59702 THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 19

CANDIDATES FOR PSC DISTRICT 3

Roger Koopman press secretary and communications director. Re-Elect After moving to Montana as a National Rifle Roger Koopman wants the government to Association field representative in a four-state get out of subsidizing renewable energy and let area, he settled in Bozeman in 1977. He served the free market bring consum- two terms in the Legislature, winning the Dis- Cathy ers lower prices. trict 70 House seat in 2004 and winning reelec- He says the current all-GOP tion in 2006. Public Service Commission, Koopman’s campaign site says that in the which he serves on as the Legislature, he “was known for his innovative, Maloney District 3 Commissioner, “is free market-oriented legislation and his pas- less political and more profes- sionate defense of taxpayer rights, individual sional.” He says it’s “not afraid freedom, economic prosperity, and transpar- For Butte-Silver Bow County Koopman to ask tough questions navigate ent, constitutional government.” new directions and test fresh Koopman says the Commission “is highly ag- Superintendent of Schools ideas.” gressive in defending the best interests of Mon- Koopman, a graduate of the University of tana ratepayers, which in turn will strengthen Idaho, worked for U.S. Rep. Steve Symms, R- Let my Proven Track Record and Idaho, and then for Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, as Please see KOOPMAN, Page A24 Reputation Speak for emselves!

Pat Noonan much a power bill ažects somebody’s home My friends have urged me to tell you about the other things I have accomplished life, especially when they live on the edge.” in addition to serving as your County Superintendent of Schools: After four terms in the Legislature, Pat Noonan says, “Currently the Public Service • Worked with the Butte Literacy Program since becoming a tutor in 1994, actively Noonan says working with Republicans is some- Commission that was established by statute to thing he’s learned to do. assure consumer protection is controlled by serving on the board since 2000, ensuring the doors are open to empower adults The Butte-born Democrat one political party. This political imbalance has that don’t have all of the skills they need, providing one-to one private tutoring for is trying to break the Republi- seen the Public Service Commission become adults of our community. can stranglehold on the Public captive of policies placing ratepayer protection • Worked with the Head Start Policy Council to connect the earliest learners with Service Commission. He is op- second to ideological agendas. Nowhere is this posing incumbent Republican truer than in Commission District 3.” the skills they need to start kindergarten, connected Butte District Reading Roger Koopman and Indepen- Noonan characterizes incumbent District 3 Coaches with the pre-school teachers – this has been an empowering team e„ort dent Caron Cooper for the Dis- Commissioner Koopman as “an extreme con- and is showing great results trict 3 PSC seat. servative representing extreme agendas and • Worked with the 4C’s and the Best Beginnings Council to collect data and bridge Noonan “My service on the Con- organizations like National Right to Work. sumer Committee (in the state “The Legislature is the place for political the gaps with medical homes and mental health services for the best care and House) taught me that there is no area ažecting experimentation, not the Public Service Com- treatment of our students our daily lives more than the operations of our mission. The commission is the place for the • Volunteered through the 4C’s to screen incoming kindergarten students at all public utilities,” he says. Noonan adds that his schools in our county, giving teachers, students and parents the tools and best years as a social worker also showed him “how Please see NOONAN, Page A24 information for success – as early as the †rst day of school • Spearheaded free gunlock distributions, (2,000+ to date), in e„ort to reduce suicide rates in our community through my work with the Community Action She has a doctorate from the University of Cali- Caron Cooper fornia in the field of Energy and Resources, and Team, formerly the Suicide Prevention Team. Also, advocated in legislature for Caron Cooper wants to make sure Montana a master’s degree in economics from George- suicide awareness training for our teachers and school sta„ consumers have a seat at the regulatory table. town. She has worked as an energy economist • Taught in K-12 classrooms, helping students with their most challenging The Livingston independent for the World Bank and others, in Moscow and assignments, staying after school working through lessons. Unless you’ve worked is challenging incumbent Re- in Washington, D.C. with other people’s children in these situations, you don’t understand what it is publican Roger Koopman and A Livingston resident since 1995, she built Butte Democrat Pat Noonan for a highly successful nonprofit business, a thrift truly like to be a bene†t to other teachers and students. ‘is is the real experience the Public Service Commission’s store, that has given away $250,000 in cash needed in the position of County Superintendent. District 3 seat. grants to other nonprofits. “Three of the five seated Cooper says she believes Montanans “should Montana Public Service Com- be empowered as energy consumers, making is is not a retirement position; this is a contributing presence in our Cooper missioners have taken cam- their own decisions about how to lower their county. Our community deserves the best. You should therefore vote paign contributions from bills. to retain Cathy Maloney as your County Superintendent of Schools. Northwestern Energy-a¡liated PACs,” she “The Montana energy marketplace would says bluntly. “This cozy relationship between clearly benefit from taking a closer look at con- Let’s Continue the Momentum with someone who has Dedication to the PSC and the monopoly industries it regu- servation,” she says. “Generating more power Education! ank you Butte-Silver Bow for you on-going support. It’s a lates must stop.” pleasure working for and with you. – XO-Cathy Maloney Cooper brings strong energy credentials. Please see Page A24 COOPER, Paid for by Cathy Maloney for BSB Superintendent of Schools, Samantha Hackman, Treasurer, 3546 Willoughby, Butte MT 20 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

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who take advantage of Montanans. Jent sup- substance abuse-related crimes. Larry Jent ports the idea of exploring lawsuits against Tim Fox In addition, Fox said: “We will also continue If elected, what are your top priorities? the makers of the EpiPen over pricing and a If elected, what are your top priorities? battling to reset the balance between the federal If Montanans vote him in as attorney gen- lawsuit filed by the U.S. Justice Department Fox said he would continue work on prescrip- government and the states and we’ll see more of eral, Jent said he will focus over proposed mergers between major health tion drug abuse prevention and cracking down the same in the future. But we will continue to be on preserving public access, insurance companies. on DUI recidivism though the focused on making sure Montana interests are combating drug abuse and How do you weigh what is in the best 24/7 sobriety program if he is protected and defended and Montanans have a consumer protection. interest of the residents of Montana when re-elected. seat at the table.” “The fact is the attorney decide to join into a federal lawsuit? “We are continually trying to How do you weigh what is in the best inter- general by law has the power “Does it a”ect the lives of individual Mon- do better in the areas of pre- est of the residents of Montana when decide to file those cases and should,” tanans in such a way that we need to act in venting and prosecuting sexual to join into a federal lawsuit? Jent said of public access concert through the attorney general’s o‹ce?” assault crimes with an emphasis “I analyze whether there is an interest at stake Jent cases. “It just has to be one of Jent asked. “Is it something too big and too on the rights of victims so that that either directly or indirectly a”ects Montana Fox those things that’s a priority. important for an individual to tackle?” they get the justice they deserve and her people,” Fox said. “Then we look at the The attorney general can’t do all of them, but Jent said he is less interested in ideological and they services they deserve,” rule of the law and whether or not those lawsuits neither can public land access groups. The use lawsuits. The attorney general’s o‹ce also has he said. involve precedent or illegalities that would ad- versely a”ect the rule of law.” of the power of the o‹ce gives confidence in the power to take action on illegal robocalls Fox added that he wants to focus on alter- “We don’t always get involved,” he said. the public that the law is on their side.” What experience best qualifies you for natives to jail and early intervention for people su”ering with drug addiction, saying treatment “Sometimes it’s a close call and we’re very picky Jent said county attorneys “often have po- the job? and counseling are more e”ective and less ex- about what we get involved with.” litical roadblocks the attorney general doesn’t. Jent said he’s the best qualified to be Mon- pensive over time. What experience best qualifies you for the We need to elect someone like me to be at- tana’s attorney general because of his mana- “In the long run (that is) more e”ective in job? torney general to go after things like that.” gerial experience while serving an o‹cer in rehabilitating lives and they’re also less costly “The success we’ve had in the last four years, Jent said much of the problem Montana the U.S. Army and his 32 years of practicing than the alternatives: jail, the cost of the justice not only fulfilling the duties and responsibilities faces with a rising opioid abuse problem and law, as well as time in the state House and system, child abuse and neglect cases, mental of the attorney general but also managing and meth tra‹cking can’t be fixed through the Senate. health issues, emergency room visits, all the leading an 800-person agency,” Fox said. attorney general’s o‹ce and needs to be ad- He also said he’s worked on drunken driving other things that come with addictions.” “Beyond that, I’m a lifelong Montanan, went to dressed in the Legislature. laws and served on the board of directors of Fox said he anticipates challenges looking at public schools in Montana and got my undergrad Jent said he also wants to go after health the Montana Innocence Project, as well as tried a rise in drug addiction and drug-related and and law degree at the University of Montana.” insurance and pharmaceutical companies nearly 150 criminal jury trials.

“PROTECTING OUR WAY OF LIFE.” Wendy Allen Edith (Edie) McClafferty VOTE! McGRATH Democrat for Senate District 38 As your Senator I will continue to Support:

★ Investing in Montana’s infrastructure, creating good paying jobs ★ Quality Public Education ★ Access To All Public Lands ★ Working Families, Seniors & Veterans • 23 Years of Accounting Experience with ★ Equal Pay for Equal Work Butte Silver Bow • MT Tech Graduate in Accounting/ ★ Small Business Computer Science I LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU. I AM INTERESTED Mac • Proud Butte Native IN WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY, I WANT TO HEAR ABOUT Edie ISSUES THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU. DeDicateD • Driven • Honest Paid for by Edith (Edie) McClafferty for SD 38, 1311 Stuart, Butte, MT 59701. Mary Berg, Treasurer Paid for by Wendy Allen McGrath for Auditor, PO Box 1012, Butte, MT 59703. Angela McGrath, Treasurer THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 21 ELECTION 2016 | WHY IT MATTERS Candidates’ views on immigration This story is part of AP’s “Why It Matters” series, which will examine three dozen issues at stake in the presidential election between now and Election Day. The Issue Where they stand WASHINGTON — An estimated 11 million people are living and in Donald Trump vows to build a wall along the Mexican border complete with a “big beautiful door.” many cases working in the United States illegally. The questions of He vows Mexico will pay for the wall; Mexico vows it won’t. Trump had repeatedly pledged to deport what to with them and how to curb future illegal immigration have all the people living in the country illegally. Now he’d focus on deporting people who have committed been a campaign issue for more than a decade. Never more so than crimes beyond their immigration o”ences. As for the rest, he’s proposing no path to legal status while now. Illegal immigration goes to the heart of Donald Trump’s pres- they are in the U.S. idential campaign. It’s a source of his strength among supporters, Hillary Clinton has pledged to push for an overhaul that would enable citizenship — not just legal contention among critics and confusion over what he really intends status — for many living in the country illegally. She has also said she would expand programs that to do. protect some groups of immigrants from deportation, including those who arrived as children and the The long debate over immigration in Congress has focused on parents of U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents. President Barack Obama’s e”ort to shield parents which should come first: sti”er enforcement at the border and inside from deportation is on hold after the Supreme Court deadlocked on a decision in a case challenging the the country or a path to legal status for the millions of people who are president’s authority to expand the deportation protection program. already a part of their communities. E”orts to overhaul the country’s Gary Johnson, former governor of New Mexico, says building a wall just means ladders will get immigration laws have routinely been defined by Republicans sup- taller. ”Instead of appealing to emotions and demonizing immigrants, we should focus on creating porting an enforcement-first approach with Democrats preferring a a more eœcient system of providing work visas, conducting background checks, and incentivizing path to legal status for those here while working on security e”orts non-citizens to pay their taxes, obtain proof of employment, and otherwise assimilate with our diverse at the same time. The result? A standstill. society,” his website said.

Why it matters

Illegal immigration has remained at nearly 40-year lows for the last several years, and several estimates of the immigrants living in the country illegally suggest that Mexican migration trends have actually reversed, with more Mexican nationals leaving the United States than arriving. And billions of dollars have been spent in recent years to build fencing, improve technology used at the border and expand the Border Patrol. Nonetheless, the Mexican border remains a focal point for those who argue that the country is not secure. As ev- idence that the border is not secure, many Republicans point to the illegal crossings of hundreds of thousands of unaccompanied children and people traveling as families in recent years. At the same time, the Obama administration has dramatically slowed the pace of deportations after setting a record by sending home FILE, AP more than 409,000 people in In this June 24 photo, demonstrators protest against a Supreme Court decision on immigration outside the New York Supreme Court in New York. The 2012. During the 2015 budget future of millions of people living in the U.S. illegally could well be shaped by the presidential election. The stakes are high, too, for those who employ year, the administration re- them, help them fit into neighborhoods, or want them gone. moved 235,000 people. 22 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

ELECTION 2016 | WHY IT MATTERS Candidates’ views on gun rights This story is part of AP’s “Why It Matters” series, which will examine three dozen issues at stake in the presidential election between now and Election Day. The Issue ATLANTA — The right to bear arms is funda- mental to the U.S., carved into the Constitution and seemingly embedded in the national DNA. But after a seemingly endless stretch of violence, Amer- icans are confronting how far those rights extend, propelling gun issues to the forefront of this year’s elections. Do Americans have the right to have AR-style firearms, the long guns with a military look used in the past year in several mass shootings? Should they be able to buy magazines that hold 10 or more bullets? Can those on a terrorist watchlist, but not charged with a crime, be allowed to buy a gun? Should every gun buyer have to pass a background check?

Where they stand Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are like bookends marking the divide that exists in the U.S. today on gun issues. Trump casts himself as an ardent protector of the Second Amendment and proclaims that if more “good guys” were armed with firearms there would be fewer gun tragedies. He even went a step further than the National Rifle Association after the Orlando nightclub shooting, suggesting that if it weren’t a gun-free zone, a patron would have been able to stop the bloodshed. (The NRA, while supporting Trump, said it’s not a good idea to allow firearms where alcohol is being served.) Trump also has vowed that on his first day as pres- ident he would end gun-free zones at schools and on military bases. He also supports reciprocity among all 50 states for concealed-carry permits. Clinton, whose husband as president successfully pushed for a 10-year ban on assault-type weapons, has advocated renewing that ban. She’s also called for measures to ensure background checks are com- ASSOCIATED PRESS pleted before a gun sale goes forward, mandating Di erent AR-15 style rifles are displayed in July 2012 for sale at the Firing-Line indoor range and gun shop in Aurora, Colorado. such checks for gun-show sales and repealing a law that shields gun manufacturers from liability. Gary Johnson said Americans would be safer if guns were more readily available, not more re- Why it matters stricted. The next president will get to nominate at least one member of a Supreme Court that’s closely divided on how to read “All these atrocities have been happening in gun- the Second Amendment, and the next Congress will continue to confront gun-rights issues. free zones,” USA Today quoted Johnson as saying. Justice Antonin Scalia, who died in February, was the decisive vote in a Washington, D.C., case in which the court on “If there were law-abiding citizens that were car- a 5-4 vote a rmed the right of individuals to own handguns for self-defense. rying weapons — I’m not saying they would lessen Whatever gun policies a Clinton or Trump administration were to pursue would probably be challenged, and Scalia’s the impact of these horrible atrocities, but maybe, replacement could be the pivotal vote. maybe they could.” Much has happened to bring guns to the forefront again: Charleston. Orlando. Oregon. San Bernardino. There’s even He’s open to ideas that would keep guns away been a protest staged by members of Congress on the floor of the House. from the mentally ill, the USA Today story said. There are roughly 300 million firearms in the United States and tens of thousands of shootings each year. Johnson also sees guns as a necessary defense In a world that feels increasingly violent, whether at home or across the globe, America’s cowboy culture and the against government tyranny. Second Amendment are under the microscope. Voters are asking what will make them safer, more guns or fewer? THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 23

CANDIDATES FOR MONTANA SECRETARY OF STATE Monica Lindeen, Democrat Roger Roots, Libertarian For Monica Lindeen, the most im- tion for state voters.If elected, Lindeen “As a business owner, I understand Roger Roots, a Livingston-based Essmann’s request to remove Roots portant task facing the Montana Sec- also plans to continue implementation the importance of excellent customer Libertarian candidate for the post, from the Secretary of State’s race. retary of State’s o‚ce of online electronic business filing sys- service; and, as a citizen, I am passion- doesn’t have nearly the name recog- Essmann alleged Roots had failed to is to “ensure that peo- tems, while bolstering cybersecurity ate about the right of every eligible nition enjoyed by his file his required campaign finance ple’s voices are heard e‘orts to protect that data.The 54-year- person to cast their vote and have their opponents, estab- disclosure paperwork. Roots — who through our elections.” old Montana State University-Billings- voice heard,” Lindeen said. “Good busi- lished former state said Essmann wanted him o‘ the The term-limited graduate cited her business experience ness services means stronger economic lawmakers Monica ballot because he would take votes state Auditor — who as owner and general manager of a activity. Voting is one of the most im- Lindeen and Corey away from Republican hopeful Sta- has served eight years Billings-based internet service provider portant rights we have and should be Stapleton. pleton — is now in his third run for a as Montana’s chief in- as part of the reason she decided to run protected with the same passion with But he has sur- statewide or U.S. congressional seat. Lindeen surance and consumer for Secretary of State, the constitutional which it was earned.” faced in a steady Today, he describes himself as more protection regulator o‚ce charged with overseeing elec- Roots stream of headlines of a construction worker than a law- — hopes to introduce online registra- tions and maintaining public records. Please see LINDEEN, Page A24 since August, when yer, but no less a fighter for e‘orts to the Oregonian first reported Roots, “restore freedom of political speech a convicted felon, would be allowed and press.” “Both of my opponents Corey Stapleton, Republican to serve as a volunteer paralegal for are committed trusters of the state,” Ryan Bundy, one of 26 indicted on Roots said. “They are on record de- Corey Stapleton The 49-year-old Republican Secre- all-absentee ballot voting proposals and federal conspiracy charge stemming manding that government have the agrees with his top tary of State hopeful said if elected, he satellite election o‚ces now open on from the January armed takeover of power to demand that all who fund campaign foe on at would introduce legislation meant to each of the state’s Indian reservations. Oregon’s Malheur National Wildlife criticism of politicians must identify least one thing: The reduce wait times and streamline the Counties currently foot the bill for the Refuge. themselves.” Montana Secretary filing process at the constitutional o‚ce additional o‚ces. State law bars those The 48-year-old Missoula native “I’m not sure that ‘transparency’ is of State needs to cut charged with overseeing elections and counties from keeping two voting o‚ces survived another, well-publicized necessarily such a desirable thing for some of the red tape maintaining public records Apart from open simultaneously, forcing them to close shave just to make it onto No- corporate and election filings,” Roots faced by businesses business filings, the pair of former state temporarily shutter their main vember’s general election ballot. The added. “Montana’s economics would Stapleton filing paperwork in the lawmakers haven’t dovetailed on much, Montana Supreme Court in Septem- greatly improve if it became more of state. sparring in debates over voter ID laws, Please see STAPLETON, Page A24 ber rejected state GOP Chairman Je‘ a haven for corporate secrecy.” Common Sense Elect Leadership! Janice Me Casarotto Butte Silver Bow Know ✓ Public Administrator ♦ Local Area Native ♦ Honest, Reliable, Accountable ♦ Working for you and giving back to the community Paid for by Casarotto for Public Administrator, Jerry Williams, Treasurer Paid for by Welch for Legislature, 607 Highland Avenue, Dillon, MT 59725 • Treasurer, Sharon Anderson P.O. Box 3723 Butte, MT 59702 • [email protected] • Facebook: Vote4casarotto 24 | Saturday, October 15, 2016 The Montana Standard

calls for reform as subversive attacks on the American values so spending should match Juneau program. She also said the federal budget for the nation’s priorities. Lindeen From A13 fighting wildfires should be separated from the Acknowledging that the federal deficit is so From A23 U.S. Forest Service so it can be funded without large it will take time “to chip away” at it, Ju- support of him. Lindeen said the primary difference between draining the coffers of that agency. neau also proposed bringing in more revenues “I know what I don’t support. I don’t sup- herself and her opponents is a willingness to Do you have any concerns about refugee by closing corporate tax loopholes. port somebody who’s divisive and uses fear “put aside politics to do what’s right” for Mon- resettlement? “These are things that can happen, but we to motivate voters,” she said, criticizing Rep. tana. Asked if Montana’s corporate and election Juneau defended the federal vetting process need to be politically courageous to make sure Ryan Zinke for making television and radio ap- filings were as transparent and publicly avail- for refugees and called for America to have a everyone is paying their fair share,” she said. pearances to tout Trump. able as they should be, Lindeen said the state bigger heart. How do you balance the tribal sover- What is your stance on gun control? “must continue to innovate processes which “Right now we have a vetting process that is eignty of diverse, sometimes competing “Like most Montanans, I grew up in a family make it easier and more efficient for business very thorough that can take up to two years to tribes from around the nation? that hunted ... I am for supporting responsible, owners.” get through that’s done by multiple agencies,” Juneau called for stronger federal collabora- law-abiding gun ownership,” she said. “I want she said. “We need to make sure that American tions with tribes as outlined in treaties and the to strengthen the gun rights of law-abiding citi- safety is safeguarded by we need to remember U.S. Constitution, particularly the “obligations zens and their access to firearms while making we have a humanitarian side as Americans and for safety, health and for education.” sure criminals and terrorists don’t have the a moral center.” What next steps should be taken to fix Stapleton ability to buy guns. The fact Congress can’t Do campaign finance laws need to be the VA? From A23 even go that far is telling.” reformed? Juneau said she supports the Veterans First What policies related to public lands do election office while staff operate a satellite- fa Juneau has campaigned on bringing more Act introduced to the Senate by Re- you propose? cility. Stapleton, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate transparency to campaigns through greater publican Sen. Johnny Isakson in May. Juneau said she would fight to protect the and former surface warfare officer, has called disclosure and ha touted legislation that would “That bill is pretty comprehensive. The main public access that Montanans cherish while the arrangement unlawful, and said the most prevent leaders of Super PACs from being hired gist is that it provides accountability over the seeking additional funding for key federal important issue now facing the Secretary of as congressional staffers for at least two years. VA, provides protections for whistle blowers programs to protect the state’s natural areas. State’s office is the “inconsistency of election How should we reduce the federal budget and provides flexible funding so the AV can She said the Land and Water Conservation processes across the 56 Montana counties, in deficit? actually take care of aging veterans,” she said. Fund should be fully funded and sees some particular, the bad policies resulting from un- Juneau said the federal budget reflects “That would be a good first step.” funded satellite offices.” Stapleton opposes proposals that would see Montanans vote only via mail-in ballots, but said he likes the idea of requiring residents to show “I will never agree with the transfer or sale get deficit? photo identification before registering to vote. Zinke of public lands,” Zinke said. “I have voted Zinke said curbing the growth of govern- From A13 against that along with voting for the Land ment is one way to lower the federal budget and Water Conservation Fund I think 17 times. deficit. He also said making it easier for banks timber reform, the Land and Water Conser- I view our public lands as sacred and access to to loan to business and reforming health care vation Fund and and legislation that allows our public lands has to be part of it because can help. Koopman businesses and farms to expense equipment we’re shutting gates, we’re closing roads and How do you balance tribal sovereignty of From A19 costs, known as Section 179. the public is losing access.” diverse, sometimes competing tribes, around Do you support your party’s nominee for our economy and improve our state’s future Do you have any concerns about refugee the nation? president? for everyone.” As an entrepreneur, Koopman resettlement? Zinke said the government needs to honor “I do,” Zinke said. “It’s time to shake it up established Career Concepts, a successful full- Zinke said he has deep concerns about treaty obligations, support education on res- and status quo is not working for either side. service private employment agency. He’s also unvetted refugees coming into Montana and ervations and reduce dependency on drugs. I don’t agree with everything that Mr. Trump worked as a talk-show host and a freelance the U.S. Zinke emphasized that change needs to be says but I can’t support corruption. The system writer, including writing a column for the Boz- “I maintain the U.S. should always be a safe made locally and be culturally sensitive. Tribes needs to be reset.” eman Daily Chronicle. haven for refugees. That’s part of our moral need more law enforcement officers and on- Where do you stand on gun control? “Many renewable resources wouldn’t be eco- character.” Zinke said his Safety Against For- reservation treatment clinics, he said. Zinke said he’s a strong supporter of the nomically viable were it not for the mountain eign Enemies Act, known as the SAFE Act, What next steps should be taken to fix Second Amendment and is endorsed by the of government subsidies they receive,” he has which requires extra vetting for refugees from the VA? NRA. He said that there are people who should written. “’Cheap’ subsidized energy is an opti- Iraq and Syria, is a “very reasonable bill” and “I think a veteran needs choice, but the not be allowed to have firearms, such as con- cal illusion.” said open borders and amnesty for unvetted choice has to work,” Zinke said, calling the victed felons, and that it’s critical to ensure refugees are a threat. Veterans Choice Program “a disaster.” terrorists can’t access weapons, but that guns Do campaign-finance laws need to be He said the VA has plenty of funding, but and culture intersect differently in different reformed? the resources are being spent on bureaucracy parts of the country. “Yes. I think transparency is important.” and not being deployed at the front line. Noonan “What makes sense in New York City does Zinke said he believes it’s important to be able “We have to get back to the VA recognizing From A19 not make sense in Montana,” he said. to see where groups get their money from. that veterans are faces and they have a mili- What is your position on public lands steady protection of Montana’s citizens – pe- How should we reduce the federal bud- tary record and are not a number,” Zinke said. issues? riod,” Noonan added. My family has been here for more than 100 years,” Noonan said. “The Noonans have been butchers, nurses, teachers, artists, miners, sumption is like an obese person buying bigger at everything on the table, including taking ranchers, social workers and newsmen. They Cooper clothes instead of modifying diet and exercise a closer look at alternative energy sources,” prospered by making the place around them a From A19 habits. It’s not healthy for our economy.” she said. little better every day. That’s my legacy. That’s “When it comes to finding innovative energy She says she has refused to accept corpo- without questioning our rate of energy con- my mission.” solutions for Montanans, I’m open to looking rate or PAC donations. THE MONTANA STANDARD SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 | 25

CANDIDATES FOR SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION RE-ELECT OUR PSC COMMISSIONER MATT HOFFMAN ESSA for The Montana Standard A new federal law, the Every Student Montana’s next Superintendent of Succeeds Act, will replace No Child Left Public Instruction will help shape ed - Behind, and states need to have a plan to ROGER KOOPMAN ucation for Montana students. Here’s comply with the law. where Democrat Melissa Romano, a Montana education officials are aim- KEEPING OUR Helena teacher and math coach, and ing to have a plan submitted to the feds Republican , a legislator before Juneau leaves office. LIGHTS ON and former Billings teacher, stand on The plan includes how schools will be key issues. ranked and what kind of intervention the state will have for the lowest-perform- KEEPING OUR Common Core ing schools. In 2011, Montana adopted a new set It’s unclear what the new Superinten - RATES LOW of education standards dent could do to change the plan if it’s that largely reflect Com- submitted. mon Core. Both candidates said they would need The standards pro- to see the plan before making definitive vide benchmarks at every judgments, but Arntzen took a pessimis - grade level and are largely tic approach while Romano expressed recognized as more rigor- confidence in the process. ous. “It would be silly for me to sit here and STRONG, The standards were ad- say I’m going to scrap it,” Romano said. Romano opted at the state level and “I think it’s going to be far better than INDEPENDENT produced by a consortium No Child Left Behind. of states, but have been It’s a Montana-made plan, which VOICE FOR criticized as a top-down means that we get to craft it to the best approach pushed by the for our communities.” CONSUMERS! “George Washington Koopman” federal government. Arntzen said that she believes the plan CONSUMERSFORKOOPMAN.COM at Butte Freedom Festival Parade Any new standards in is being rushed without enough time for PAID, CONSUMERS FOR KOOPMAN, R, 811 S. TRACY, BOZEMAN, MT 59715 Montana are subject to community input. final approval by the She criticized the process as being Board of Public Education, Arntzen Helana-dominated. The plan is being but the superintendent developed, in part, by a committee who usually plays a heavyweight role in the meets in Helena but draws representa- process. tives from across the state. Romano, a teacher for 12 years, was “I think the representation is there, involved with writing Common Core but are they listening to them?” she said. standards and believes they provide a high bar for students. School choice “They’re so superior to the old stan- Montana dipped its toe into using dards,” she said. “They’re rigorous, public money to subsidize private edu- they’re high expectations for every sin- cation in 2015 with the passage of a law gle kid, they set a very defined end goal allowing a $150 tax credit for scholarship for where we want our kids to be at the donations. More school choice battles end of the year. There’s a clear path for are likely ahead. teachers to follow.” While the superintendent position ap- Arntzen, who spent 23 years teach- pears to have little direct control over the ing and is a state senator representing topic, the office can be a strong voice of Billings, has expressed skepticism about support or opposition for proposed leg- Common Core and the assessment de - islation. veloped based on the standards, Smarter Arntzen, who voted for the tax credit Balanced tests. law, said that to her, school choice is But she’s stopped short of saying she rooted in “flexibility,” even among ex - would push for new standards. isting public schools. She did say she’s glad the standards Last year, she looked into a bill have become a hot topic. that would have allowed parents to “It brought the discussion of educa - choose between public schools based tion into coffee,” for the general public, on performance, but nothing was she said. introduced. She said she’s a servant Romano, however, said there’s been of public schools above all else and a lot of misinformation about Com - wouldn’t mon Core, which has also rubbed off on testing. Please see EDUCATE, Page A28 26 | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2016 THE MONTANA STANDARD

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Educate ture funding needs to improve. Romano in particular has said she’d like to see state pay- From A25 ments that help local districts pay o­ inter- est on bonds beefed up. It’s dwindled over SAMPLE take any money from public schools. the last several years. She also support Gov. She voted for HB 322 in 2015, which would Steve Bullock’s infrastructure plan. have created education savings accounts for qualifying students with special needs. Finding money The law would have attached state funding, Using grant money to fund school-level typically allotted directly to schools, to indi- programs has been a staple of the OPI under vidual students and allowed it to be used at Denise Juneau. Graduation Matters, which a school of parents choice, including private o­ ered grants to schools for programs o­ er- schools. Gov. Steve Bullock vetoed the bill. ing services to help more students graduate, When asked about her position on sev- used private funding. Schools of Promise, a eral legislative issues, she declined to o­ er turnaround program for Montana’s lowest a stance, saying those issues are for the leg- performing schools, used all federal money. islature to decide. Juneau was able to advance her initiatives Romano cast the Republican Party as a without legislative funding. champion of choice initiatives — which it Arntzen expressed wariness of some grant largely has been in Montana — and said she’s funding — she was one of about 50 Repub- a staunch opponent of using public money lican legislators to sign a letter urging the for private schools. rejection of a $40 million federal preschool “I think that the Republicans want to grant Montana received. Funding needs to privatize public education,” she said. “And be stable, she said. I think that time and time again, Montanans “There’s nothing worse than an education have spoke loud and clear that they value our grant that might peter out,” she said. public schools and our public school teach- She said that she would not, however, au- ers and the work that’s being done.” tomatically reject federal money for schools. About 12 percent of schools’ budgets and Signature initiatives about 16 percent of the OPI department Antzen has highlighted the importance of budget comes from the federal government. o­ ering more counseling services to middle The OPI also brings in another roughly $140 schoolers, both for mental health and aca- million in combined private, federal and demics, and increasing per-student fund- state grants. ing for middle schoolers. She also said she’d Romano said she thinks that community- like to streamline reporting requirements for planned programs supported by grants are schools, avoiding duplication. It’s unclear a good way to build partnerships. She en- what requirements the superintendent has visioned grants being an important part of the authority to change. teacher-mentor initiatives. Romano has focused on equitable fund- ing for K-12 schools, making sure infl ation- Local control ary increases continue and adding funding With the discontinuation of No Child for 19-year-old students to complete high Left Behind, which many saw as federal school. She also would like to see more intrusion into education, local control has support for teacher-mentorship programs, become a rallying cry for both sides of the pairing new teachers with veteran experts. aisle, and both candidates have touted its Both candidates have said that infrastruc- value.