HUMBOLDT — Putting her name on the Humboldt civic ballot, Carrie Ann Schemenauer-Hradecki said she wants to advocate for those in need and will bring a motherly perspective to the council table.
Being a teacher, a board member for many local organizations, a public speaker, and a volunteer, Schemenauer-Hradecki said she has the experience to be a councillor and wants to make common-sense decisions.
Schemenauer-Hradecki grew up in Lake Lenore and lived in Humboldt in her 20s. Working with the Carlton Trail Regional Economic Development Authority as an instructor, she knows the area, she said, and got to research the local economy and business in the area and attended RM meetings in the area.
Vulnerable populations like seniors and children need a voice, she said, and she wants to provide that voice for people across the city.
In previous positions, Schemenauer-Hradecki said she, “tried to advocate for people that don't have a voice, or their voice isn't the loudest one.”
Most importantly, Schemenauer-Hradecki said she has the heart for her community and appreciates how great Humboldt
“What a fantastic city we have and we're so lucky to be here. After living in other places, other cities, other communities, I just can't get over how blessed we are in Humboldt with the services we have, how beautiful our city is, and the potential of our city.”
Looking at different tourism ideas for the region, Schemenauer-Hradecki said more should be done to celebrate the German heritage of the area. Before the Humboldt German Club disbanded, Schemenauer-Hradecki was an active member, she said, and took part in St. Nicholas Days in the city.
Schemenauer-Hradecki is looking to do a mailout for her campaign but does hope to go door-to-door in Humboldt to meet with people. With COVID-19 that has made it more difficult and she doesn’t want to make people feel uncomfortable.
