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Ben Torell

Published Monday, October 27 04:00:20 PM
Office:Hennepin County Soil and water supervisor seat 3

Other candidates in this race:

Incumbent: No
City of residence: Brooklyn Center
Age:43
Background: Project Manager w/in Corp. Finance, Wells Fargo; Mechanical Engineering, U of M; Organizational Admin., Northwestern College; Board Member: Secretary, Treasurer, Eaglewood Properties-Grand Rapids, MN; Life Group Leader, Grace Fellowship-Brooklyn Park; Food Shelf Volunteer, Food Shelf Network; Firearm Safety Instructor, Snowmobile/ATV Safety Instructor, DNR-MN; Home School Educator; married, 3 kids.
Endorsements:Not seeking endorsements.
Most important issue: Balancing the Preservation of our Natural Resources while endorsing responsible enjoyment of the outdoors. Educating the Public - especially the next generation - to be aware that our Conservation Efforts are necessary to ensure we are going to pass along the enjoyable environment to the generations that will follow. Recycling Waste as well as Conservation needs to be highlighted and promoted as effective ways we all can take part in making a positive impact. As Urban Development continues to expand, we must assess Resource Impact and look for ways to offset this development with Wetlands Reclamation or other methods of responsible Resource Management.