Here are the survey responses from the candidates in the April 7 election for Appleton Common Council District 1.

Tim Trauger (incumbent)

Address: 720 N. Morrison St., Appleton

Age: 58

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Why are you running? I am running to continue to help protect the vulnerable people in our population. Appleton's 1st District is the poorest in the city, and will benefit by the jobs created from forward moving on projects like the Fox Cities Exhibition Center.

William J. Siebers

Address: 1109 N. Appleton St., Appleton

Age: 67

Political experience: As a young man, born and raised in Appleton, I had a desire to give back. In 1978 I seized the opportunity to run for the vacant seat of the 3rd Ward. After the privilege of serving my constituents for 20-plus years, I became the assistant to the mayor, a position that was eventually eliminated.

Why are you running? Once again I seek public office. I want to make a difference by being a difference. For one, knowing that government can't meet every single need the community may have, and knowing that there are those in the community doing their best in meeting some of those needs, I want to be supportive of their efforts. I want to build partnerships in working with others in making the neighborhoods of District 1 a place people find attractive and safe to live in. I want to make sure that the collective voice of the district is heard.

What are the key issues? A convention center, a new library, riverfront development, bike lanes, being asked to do more while always facing less financial assistance from federal and state governments are issues we face that grab our attention and time. In the process, what some may deem as much lesser issues get pushed aside. One example: a digital speed notification sign near an elementary school district, which would help ensure the safety of students, does not get installed — not enough money. Sustaining the integrity, safety and health of our neighborhoods are daily, ongoing issues. A collective voice that often doesn't get heard.

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