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Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) -  Rochester Mayor Kim Norton announced her re-election bid Monday.

The announcement was made on Twitter:

Kim Norton Twitter account
Kim Norton Twitter account
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Norton took office in January 2019, becoming the city’s 45th mayor and the first woman to hold the office.

Kim David - Townsquare Media
Kim David - Townsquare Media
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At the time, she said one of her toughest challenges would be striking the right balance between the needs of the city and her family. She also talked about what she said was a need for “a more transparent and inclusive city government.”

Here are some of the comments on Norton's Twitter page that were posted after her announcement:

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Kim Norton Twitter account
Kim Norton Twitter account
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According to the Minnesota Secretary of State, the filing period for this year’s city elections runs May 17 - May 31.

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