Michelle Lauer

(2018 statement)  It’s an honor and a privilege to be a candidate for the Arden Board of Assessors. Having never served in this capacity before, one thing I guarantee I would bring to the role is a beginner’s mind! And although I’ve only been a resident of Arden since the end of 2017, I am no stranger to our community. I was born and raised in Ardentown. Throughout my childhood, I witnessed both my parents serving in some capacity of town government, and felt awed by their tireless dedication. For my part, I had a paper route that wound through all three Ardens, which got me involved in meeting many neighbors in an enterprising sort of way! So, when asked to run, I enthusiastically agreed, as I feel inspired to get involved and give back. I have been described as someone who sees the big picture yet is also detail oriented. I believe both of these traits, along with a willingness to learn, a commitment to remaining open minded and an ability to work well with others, would enable me to meet the needs of this important role.