Matt Schrock, Goshen City Council, District 3.

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Hello everyone , I’m Matt Schrock and i am running Goshen city council in the 3rd district

i am nearly a life long resident of our city

at this point of time in my life i decided it was time to give back to a community that has given myself and family a great place to go to school, work and live

I am proud to own a successful family operated small business located in Goshen in since 1992 and moved to East Goshen in 2004

The overall well-being of all our residents is important to me

including the safety of pedestrians and students crossing railroad tracks were pedestrian crossings no longer exist

Public safety is very important to me, witch includes supporting all First Responders of Goshen and there needs

If elected, i look forward to working with fellow council members and the mayor to achieve positive solutions for all of Goshen

Goshen’s 3rd district does cover a large portion of our city limits-

-EVERYTHING north of the rail road tracks including West Lincoln from main street to Indiana Ave, then north to Pike street, east on pike to the Martins grocery store and everything north of that

I think North and East Goshen need strong representation in our city government

If elected, i will do my best to make sure the neighborhoods of North and East Goshen get there fair share of NEEDED infrastructure projects and basic improvements, now and for the future

If elected, i will push for common sense infrastructure and spending for all of Goshen

JUST ONE MORE THING-

-I’d just like to say for the the last few months while campaigning door to door i have had the pleasure to meet and speak, sometimes at length, to some of the nicest interesting people

I have enjoyed listing to these people’s concern’s and appreciate there comments

And speaking to old friends i haven't seen in over 40 years

This whole experience has made me a better and understanding person

OK I’M DONE

THANK YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK TO YOU ALL

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Occupation

Work history centered in Goshen area.

Successful family-owned and operated small business in Goshen since 1992. I feel that small businesses and entrepreneurs are a vital and foundational part of the Goshen community.

Education

I attended Goshen Community Schools (Chandler Elementary, Whiteman Junior High & Goshen High School). I’m a proud member of the GHS Class of 1979.

Currently enrolled in the school of life.

I’m always interesting in learning.

I feel that becoming involved in city government is an excellent way to stretch myself while giving back to my community.

Family

I feel that family is the core of community and society.

I make it a point to keep family front and center. Goshen has been a wonderful place for us.

I maintain a close relationship with my siblings, nieces and nephews. I deeply enjoy my involvement with each of them as they grow.

Community Involvement

Involved with East Goshen Neighborhood Association since 2010. EGNA Board Member since 2013

My business has organized and executed motorcycle rides to benefit a number of community organizations:

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (Summer ’12)

East Goshen Neighborhood Association (Fall ’13)

Center for Healing and Hope (Summer ’14)

East Goshen Neighborhood Association (Fall ’14)

Donated to the local chapter of the Christian Motorcyclist’s Association.

Recently hosted first annual East Goshen Neighborhood Association fundraiser.

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Thank you Greencroft for sponsoring this event

-Hello everyone, I'm Matt Schrock and I am running for Goshen City Council for the 3rd district.

-I just want everyone to know, I have no secret agenda. still just a person trying to give back to a community that has given myself and family a great place to go to school, work, and live.

-I'm just your average, nearly lifelong resident, who does get frustrated sometimes when I hear about major money being spent on some infrastructure projects that are no more than cosmetic improvements and such, when there are major safety issues on Goshen's North and East sides of town that I think should have some priority.

-Here are just a few safety concerns for the 3rd district.

The water pressure and volume problem on the Goshen's East side

Some sidewalks in the North and East side of town are really bad, (I know, I just walked a lot of them), a lot of them are not safe, some not passable at all.

I think all of the Norfolk Southern main line RR crossings from Green Rd to East Lincoln Ave need to have safe pedestrian crossings

To make sure Goshen's first responders have access to all of the North and East corridor at all times -These are all common sense safety issues.

-If elected, I will do my best to make sure the residents and small businesses of 3rd District are a priority when it comes to all infrastructure projects and that these same people are properly informed about these projects.

-If elected, I will push for common sense instructor and spending for ALL of Goshen.

-If elected, I really do look forward to listening to people’s concerns and working with fellow City Council members and the Mayor to achieve positive solutions for these people.

-One last thing, -- While campaigning I have enjoyed speaking to residents and small business owners over the last few months, and appreciate their comments and support. I’m a better and more understanding person because this experience.

-Goshen's 3rd district deserves a strong representative, I feel that I am your best choice.

-I would appreciate your vote for Matt Schrock,for Goshen's 3rd district

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#1

Nearly lifetime resident of Goshen, From the early days @ Chandler school, Whiteman Jr High and GHS class of 79

Worked detasseling corn corn at 13 & 14 years of age @ Weybright Seed Service taught me hard work = great rewards

Delivering the South Bend Tribune @ 5am on Sundays and every day after school

Wash boy @ Henderson Chevy & Pontiac i learned the same work ethic, and got to drive a lot cool cars and trucks too

just to name a few

Family owned and operated successful Goshen small business since 1992

From all this i have learned to make responsible financial and management decisions, handle conflict resolutions,

and the ability to work under pressure.I also have developed self motivation and team building skills

#2

I would consider supporting ordinance changes, but it all depends on the specifics

#3

Make sure the infrastructure projects planed for 3rd district In the next few years move forward and make sure the residents impacted by these projects are well informed

Examples..

Water and sewer upgrades for East Lincoln Ave from the RR all the way up to Blackport Dr. Including Fire Hydrant water pressure-volume problem in East Goshen

Listen to residents comments and concerns about the new gas station scheduled @ Pletcher Motors location

The Wilden Ave water, sewer and sidewalk upgrades. With massive tree removal all up and down Wilden Ave

Lack of safe pedestrian crossings at @ all RR crossings on the main line with the exception of East Monroe st crossing

Follow up on proposed projects like the boardwalk along Blackport Dr

#4

I want like to make something clear, i have no secret agenda, just trying to give a little back to a community that has given myself and family a great place to live

I feel that family is the core of community and society

Community safety was brought up last week @ the AAUW candidate forum, everyone agreed the GPD does a great job keeping us safe. Fellow candidate Mark Huser also noted, that a safe neighborhood means getting to know your neighbors better, a sense of community, watching out for each others homes, family and personal property, its all good.

I think North and East Goshen need strong representation in our city government when it comes to infrastructure projects and basic improvements

I think Goshen’s small businesses and entrepreneurs are the life-blood of our city. If possible, we need to help grease the wheels for new businesses

Just one last thing, i really enjoy going to our city council meetings, especially when bipartisan decisions are made that benefit all of Goshen. It's great to see everyone nod to each other and smile. Makes me feel like the system does work. More of the general public should go to our council meetings, the question is how to get them there ? Thank You

PLEASE VOTE FOR MATT SCHROCK GOSHEN COMMON COUNCIL 3RD DISTRICT