Ward 6A candidate Fred Glidden
Age: 69
Years living in Rochester: Rochester native, four years since retirement
Occupation: retired, former superintendent of buildings and grounds for farms, schools and land management for the rich and famous.
Public experience: vice chair of Rochester Conservation Comm.

If elected, what is the top goal you would like to see accomplished?

I'm for aggressive economical planning and smart, sustainable, healthy growth. Working with the creation of a Natural Resources Chapter for the city of Rochester Master Plan. Standing up to any tax and spend issues.

What kinds of new businesses would you like to see in Rochester?

Any kinds of businesses providing jobs with good living wages for the working-class. Businesses for the young professionals. Both coupled with affordable housing.

How much do you think the city should invest in the Riverwalk project, to connect the northern and southern sections of the city?

I'm a supporter of the Riverwalk, but I'm only supporting private funding and grants at this time.

Would you support a request from the Police department to add more fulltime officers to its staff?

Yes, we must provide better police protection with a significant decrease in response time.

What would you do to promote the arts in Rochester and support the city's growing artistic community?

Partnership and promote existing programs' initiatives.

What is your favorite event at Rochester Fair?

Agriculture, arts and crafts.