A Concern About Michael Wojcik's Candidacy for Olmsted County Commissioner, District 6
As former elected officials in Rochester and Olmsted County, we feel a responsibility to speak out about Michael Wojcik's candidacy for Olmsted County Commissioner, District 6.
During his 12 years on the Rochester City Council, our experience working with Mr. Wojcik was marked by a persistent inability to work collaboratively and constructively. He often pursued his own agenda, reacted harshly to disagreement, blindsided colleagues, and changed positions based on personal animosities rather than the merits of a proposal. His conduct was serious enough to result in multiple ethics violations and only the second formal censure in the Council's history.
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These behaviors made it difficult to find common ground on critical issues involving transportation, housing, public works, and public safety. County government requires leaders who can disagree respectfully, build trust, and work together to solve problems.
At a time when Rochester and Olmsted County face significant challenges, we believe the divisive approach Mr. Wojcik demonstrated on the City Council would be a serious liability on...