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Anoka County Board Chooses Bipartisan Leadership Model

Circle Pines City CouncilFriday, January 16, 2026
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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

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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.

— Scott Schulty
Political identityAddressing board political composition

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.

— Mandy Meisner
Governance reformAcceptance of leadership role

People (3)

Scott SchultyBoard Chair

Self-identified conservative seeking to bridge political divides in Anoka County.

2 quotes

“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 Chair

Self-identified DFLer working in a bipartisan leadership role.

2 quotes

“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 PetersonReporter

Reporting for North Metro TV News.

Places Mentioned

Anoka County

Events & Meetings (1)

  • 2026 Board Leadership Election
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