Meet the Candidates, Budget and Issues Night was held Wednesday February 20 at the MPOA Building. This year's candidates--Chris Casey, Brad Hancock, Tracy Hansen, and Doug Taggart--attended the program. Budget and Finance Committee Member Dave Marr gave a brief presentation on the proposed FY2009 budget and MPOA President Jim Cech spoke on behalf on this year's advisory survey regarding community priorities. Each candidate was given two minutes to make an opening statement. In addition, each candidate was asked the same five questions dealing with Montclair issues.

If you were unable to attend Candidate's Night, below are eight videotaped segments including candidate opening statements, the budget presentation, the advisory survey presentation, and five questions. Click on the links below to view the different segments.

Candidate's Night Videos:

1. Introduction & Budget Overview
   
2. Advisory Survey Overview
3. Candidate's Opening Statements
4. Do you see that the proposed increases in the budget this year will benefit the community and how?
5. Regarding the survey, are there any #1 priorities in mind?
6. What are you views on the recent change from security to community patrol & landscape outsourcing?
7. Do you think the current covenant enforcement procedures are adequate and effective?
8. Do you wish to continue to support of MPOA sponsored community events such as Montclair Day and Oktobefest as generating community spirit?