Anoka County Board Chooses Bipartisan Leadership Model
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Election of Anoka County Board chair and vice chair for 2026
Establishment of a new bipartisan leadership model
Implementation of an annual rotating chair practice
Areas of Interest (3)
- Bipartisan alliance formed between conservative Chair Scott Schulty and DFLer Vice Chair Mandy Meisner to resolve board division.
- Anoka County Board introduces new annual rotating chair model to ensure leadership stability.
- Commissioners vow to move past previous board infighting through a structured power-sharing arrangement.
Notable Quotes (2)
I'm a noted and I guess just noted conservative. It's the way I lead my life. It's the way I govern.
It's time to break the status quo in Anoka County and usher in a new era and I am thrilled to be part of this bipartisan leadership team.
People (3)
Scott SchultyBoard ChairSelf-identified conservative seeking to bridge political divides in Anoka County.
2 quotes
Self-identified conservative seeking to bridge political divides in Anoka County.
“I'm a noted and I guess just noted conservative. It's the way I lead my life. It's the way I govern.”
Explaining his political stance and governance style.
“We've worked together in the last few weeks to put together a leadership model where we're going to work together to solve a lot of problems.”
Describing the new bipartisan partnership with Commissioner Meisner.
Mandy MeisnerCommissioner / Vice ChairSelf-identified DFLer working in a bipartisan leadership role.
2 quotes
Self-identified DFLer working in a bipartisan leadership role.
“The board has been divided and I've been a part of that and I want to be a part of the solution.”
Reflecting on previous board division.
“It's time to break the status quo in Anoka County and usher in a new era and I am thrilled to be part of this bipartisan leadership team.”
Expressing commitment to the new leadership direction.
Danica PetersonReporterReporting for North Metro TV News.
Reporting for North Metro TV News.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- 2026 Board Leadership Election