Roberge aims for minimal disruptions of Dalton Gardens life
Challenger: Steve Roberge
DALTON GARDENS — Steve Roberge said he is running for mayor of Dalton Gardens to continue serving the community he loves.
Roberge, who has been a city councilman for 16 years and is the current council president, is a North Idaho native who has lived in Dalton Gardens for 26 years. For 23 of those years, Roberge has been employed as the district manager for Waste Management of Idaho, and said he has extensive experience reviewing and understanding financial information and budgets.
"My deep family connections in Dalton Gardens have made me devoted to maintaining the unique qualities of life experienced within this community," Roberge said. "My city council, education and business experience make me the right choice to lead Dalton Gardens into a positive future."
Roberge added that he has a bachelor's degree in business administration from Lewis-Clark State College, and is currently pursuing a master's degree in organizational leadership from the University of Idaho.
One of the major issues facing the city, Roberge said, is growth from neighboring communities increasing the number of motorists traveling through Dalton Gardens. He mentioned that the completion of a city of Coeur d'Alene project to widen Government Way from Hanley Avenue to Prairie Avenue, scheduled to be completed in 2017, will greatly aid in diverting traffic from Dalton Gardens.
"Our citizens need to feel safe when they are traveling within our city," Roberge said. "Various traffic calming techniques, as well as a positive relationship with the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office will help Dalton Gardens to maintain our residential feel."
If elected, Roberge said his No. 1 goal would be to make sure that the quality of life for every resident of Dalton Gardens is safeguarded. He added that he believes only ordinances that are necessary should be enacted, which ensures that residents can utilize their property as they desire.
"I will listen to the concerns of every citizen and will provide many opportunities for them to voice their concerns at council meetings and through the city of Dalton Gardens website," Roberge said.