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Todd Novak: “I actually was just elected the city of Dodgeville mayor in…”

Featuring: Todd Novak, Republican | Wisconsin State Assembly, 51st District

Charter Local Edition Interview with WI State Rep. Todd Novak

Published June 17, 2015 | Video Starts at 00:42

But let's start with the fact that you still are sitting as a mayor. Explain that. How does that work in the state of Wisconsin? Well, I consider both positions. I actually was just elected the city of Dodgeville mayor in 2012. So I'm, you know, technically new. I took over from a 20 year incumbent. Wow. (00:42–00:48)

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Asserts that Todd Novak was elected mayor of Dodgeville in 2012.

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