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Main Issues
Jobs & Economy
The broad economic base of Evansville has helped us build a strong economy which is known for its stability, diversity, and vitality.
FOP endorses Weinzapfel, bipartisan slate for council
Property tax overhaul plan on agenda
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Education & Family
The success of any city depends directly on the education of its citizens. Municipal leaders can help shape education priorities, even when they have no formal or direct authority over local school districts and service providers.
Homestead Credit Ordinance
Reading program pushed
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Transportation & Infrastructure
A competitive, growing economy requires a transportation system that can move people, goods, and services quickly and efficiently.
Stadium
Flooding on the SE side and east side
Neighborhood Swimming Pools
I-69 Project
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KIEFER'S GOALS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Creating Jobs and Economic Growth
Continues to push and work for I-69. Works closely with I-69 proponents, the governor, and the local chamber of commerce.
Working with businesses to grow and bring jobs to Evansville.
Improving Roads and Traffic
Continues to work with INDOT to eliminate lights off the Lloyd Expressway. Newest plans call for removing lights on the Lloyd at US Hwy 41 and at Fulton Avenue within the next few years. Long term plans call to eliminate them all the way from Hwy 41 to the University of Southern Indiana.
Working with transportation planners to pave streets & improve traffic flow.
Fighting for Lower Taxes
Sponsored Homestead Tax Exemption resolution for Evansville Residents.
Voted each year to extend Homestead Tax Credit.
Making Government more Accountable and Responsive
Worked in a bi-partisan fashion to accomplish getting city council meetings televised on public television.
Pushing to implement one call number for complaints and concerns - 311.
Investing in our Youth and Families
Striving to improve quality of life in Evansville by improving our parks & recreation, job growth, public safety, and quality schools.
Work closely with members of the EVSC and its school board. Joe also is a supporter of USI, U of E, and Ivy Tech along with other public and private schools.

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IN THE NEWS

September 27, 2007>>
Central Labor Councile endorses candidates
The Central Labor Council endorsed four candidates for three at-large seats. They are: Incumbent Democrats Curt John and Keith Jarboe, Democrat Dan Adams and incumbent Republican Joe Kiefer.

September 21, 2007>>
Stadium talk commands candidates forum
While Republicans and Democrats debated whether bond money would be needed, at-large Republican Councilman Joe Kiefer said Evansville taxpayers should not bear the burden alone.

September 20, 2007>>
FOP endorses Weinzapfel, bipartisan slate for council
Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel was endorsed Wednesday for a second term by the local Fraternal Order of Police lodge's political action committee. The FOP also announced its backing of a bipartisan slate of Evansville City Council candidates.

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     Evansville Courier & Press
     Jobs for Southwestern Indiana PAC
     Fraternal Order of Police
     Indiana Right to Life PAC
     Central Labor Council of Southern Indiana
     Southern Indiana Builders Association

MEET JOE KIEFER
Family has always been Joe Kiefer’s top priority.
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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Joe is actively involved in a number of community efforts.
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JOE KIEFER PICTURES
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What people are telling Joe

Flooding on the SE side and east side - this is a growing concern.

Neighborhood Swimming Pools - people are concerned about this and looking for a win/win solution for neighborhood children

Roberts Stadium - Questions to be answered: Where should it be built? Should we remodel Instead? How will we pay for it?

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Government Phone Numbers and Links
Sidewalk Repair, PotholeRepair, Drainage Problems, Taxes, City Budget

Schedule of Meetings
City Council meets Monday evening at 5:30 p.m. in Room 301 of the Civic Center

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812-436-4993

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Joe Kiefer, Steven F. Farrell, CPA, Treasurer

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