Candidate Profile: Pamela A. Lindell, Royal Oak Commissioner

ROYAL OAK, MI — There are three open seats for Royal Oak Commissioner in November's general elections.

To help readers make informed choices, Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Pamela A. Lindell is running for Royal Oak Commissioner. Here's how she filled her profile:

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Age (as of Election Day)

61

Position Sought

Royal Oak Commissioner

Party Affiliation

NA

Family

Married 37 years to Lance Lindell, one adult son

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

no

Education

Western Michigan University

Occupation

Domestic Goddess, 28+ years community activist and volunteer

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

NA

Campaign website

www.electpam2021.com

Why are you seeking elective office?

I believe residents voices and concerns should be heard.

The single most pressing issue facing our (board, district, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Out of control spending. Start with a forensic audit, make a plan then work the plan.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

Incumbents have lost the plot. Commissioners are elected to represent ALL residents.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current board or officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

To be transparent in spending and managing our city budget.

How do you think local officials performed in responding to the coronavirus? What if anything would you have done differently?

Fine in following Lansing guide lines

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform.

I am not a career politician, I am your neighbor

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

All the volunteering and giving of myself to our community. Library, animal shelter, VFW, nature society, ROWC and endless other environmental groups.

The best advice ever shared with me was:

"If money can fix it, you don't have a problem"

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I'm honest, will give you the straight answer, without sugar coating it!