I've been involved in the Marquette Neighborhood Association since 1994 and served as President from 2002 to 2007. I have been the District 6 alder since 2007. I've worked with a lot of you over the years through the 6th district neighborhood associations and the East Isthmus Planning Council.

You and I have weathered many challenges in these years, but we continue to face many more: the safety of our drinking water and the health of our water eco-system, the future of the MGE and Kipp sites, the reestablishment of neighborhood police officers, the continued viability of our bus service, the need to balance historic preservation with new construction, creation of living wage jobs in our central city neighborhood, guarding the diversity, affordability, and tolerance of the 6th district. You and I have also worked hard to enhance the neighborhood through the creation of the Yahara River Parkway, the new home of the Atwood Community Center, and Central Park.

"As MNA President, Marsha has been a problem-solver, a facilitator, advocate, and a leader - all roles an alder must perform. She's knows the issues and understands the process for getting things done. Marsha is very well prepared to be District Six Alder. "

- Judy Olson, Past Alder District 6

We've worked for and opened up community discussion on the reconstruction and redevelopment of East Washington Avenue, traffic planning, historic districts, green building and urban design, the community benefits of TIF districts, and the link between affordable housing for families and student enrollment in east-side schools. We know the importance of working through neighborhoods to have a voice at the table, making sure we all have the information we need to effectively participate as residents and citizens.

I have a passion for making the city and the district a place for all of us. The opportunity to work on these issues and continue the proud tradition of progressive values in the 6th district inspires my work as alder.

Feel free to contact me directly at 255-2728 (marsha@marsharummel.com) or if you would like to get involved in my campaign contact Juscha Robinson at 239-4296 (info@marsharummel.com).

Thank you for your past, present and future support. This neighborhood helped make the person I becane, and so have all of you. You're an important part of the reason why I've been able to be the leader I have been in our District, and why I want to continue to serve as your Alder.

-MR

Authorized and paid for by: Friends of Marsha Rummel, 1337 Jenifer St, Madison, WI, 53703 Bert Zipperer, Treasurer