DeKalb Mayoral Candidate: Kris Povlsen

By AMANDA PODGORNY

Kris Povlsen

Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Drake University, master’s degree in counseling from NIU

Experience: Serving 12 years for the city of DeKalb as an alderman and acting mayor

What will you bring to the city if elected?: I will continue to bring experience, sound fiscal management with the ability to balance the budget without raising taxes in order to continue vital public services such as police, fire and public works.