Recommendation for Joanie Clausen for Golden Valley Council

I am proud to endorse Joanie Clausen for Golden Valley City Council. As a former council member with eight years of experience, Joanie brings a deep understanding of our city’s operations and a genuine passion for serving its residents. Her lifelong connection to Golden Valley—as a resident, educator, coach, parent, and small business owner—gives her a unique perspective on our community’s needs, history, and potential.

Joanie’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility is unwavering. She has a proven track record of listening to residents and addressing critical issues. During her previous tenure, she worked diligently to make Golden Valley a better place to live, work, and play. Her recent decision to challenge the City in court over a Data Practices violation—representing herself and winning—demonstrates her dedication to ensuring open and honest governance.

Joanie recognizes the challenges facing our city, including the troubling loss of over 50 city employees and concerns about workplace culture in City Hall. She is committed to addressing these issues with action and accountability, ensuring our employees are valued and supported. Joanie also prioritizes responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, advocating for reduced reliance on costly consultants and unnecessary expenditures.

Looking forward, Joanie is dedicated to maintaining essential services for seniors, preserving our parks and infrastructure, and managing our city’s debt responsibly. She embraces Golden Valley’s growing diversity as a strength and pledges to be a voice for all residents.

I urge you to support Joanie Clausen for City Council. Her experience, integrity, and vision for a stronger, more inclusive Golden Valley make her the ideal candidate to lead our city forward. Let’s work together to keep Golden Valley a vibrant, thriving community for all. Please vote for Joanie Clausen!

With great appreciation,

Carol Barry, long-term resident of Golden Valley