CANDIDATE Q&A | COTTAGE GROVE VILLAGE BOARD Candidate Q&A: Cottage Grove Village Board From the Don't know who to vote for on April 2? See what the candidates have to say here series Mar 23, 2024 Mar 23, 2024 Updated Jul 17, 2024 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal’s candidate questionnaire. Five candidates are seeking three seats on the board. 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Still undecided? Here are answers to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire The Wisconsin State Journal asked candidates for local office to tell us a bit about themselves and their priorities if elected.
