Marge Knoop is running for Charleston City Council.

What relevant former jobs have you held?

-Teacher

-Navy veteran

-mother

-County Board

-Township Board

-Farmer’s market

-four years presently on City Council.

Why are you qualified to be on the City Council?

I have lived in Charleston long enough to understand most of the people and attitudes.

What minor changes would you like to make to the city?

I would try to promote a more friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

What major changes would you like to make to the city?

No comment.

What is something you would like to build on in the city?

More murals and art work.

What is something that definitely needs to be changed immediately?

Encourage support for both new and established businesses in the square.

One thing you would like people to know about you …

I am available and willing to listen to citizen’s concerns

Any additional comments or statements about you or any of your platforms …

No comment.

What are your feelings on the following issues:

Widening Fourth Street …

I feel the bridge needs to be widened!

Bar entry age …

I support the lowering of the bar age to at least 19 years old on a trial basis. Eighteen to twenty-one year olds can vote, get married, pay taxes, own a car. I believe they are responsible enough to “drink a beer.” If they are not responsible, the bar entry age should be returned to 21.

Condition of the city …

Financial – good

Appearance – good

Business climate – very bad!

The relationship between the city and the university …

Improving!

Bringing big corporations (such as Wal-Mart, Denny’s) to the city …

No comment.