Commissioner Young strongly supports efforts to involve community members in decision-making and to conduct Park Board business with openness, civility, and respect.

Here is a testimonial from a constituent:

Commissioner Young:

Just a note of thanks for all you have done for Minneapolis and its parks. I never gave the Park Board much thought until earlier this year, when news of the current problems surfaced. I now follow the Board's activities closely, via meeting broadcasts on TV, the internet (the Mpls archives is great!), and the newspaper. The dysfunction within the Park Board has amazed me, but, more than the others, Rochelle and you manage to maintain civility and focus, and are dedicated stewards of our great parks.

...you certainly have my vote in the upcoming election ... I am urging friends and family to support you.

- - John Lehman, Nokomis