White Bear Lake City Council 01/13/2026
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Approval of city council meeting minutes
Recognition of outgoing city council members
Oaths of office for incoming Mayor and Council Members
Adoption of meeting agenda
Approval of consent agenda
Swearing in of new police officers and sergeant
Areas of Interest (3)
- Transition of power in White Bear Lake: New Mayor and Council members take office following retirement of incumbents.
- Outgoing leadership reflects on four years of service, balancing family life with high-pressure municipal governance.
- Police Department expansion: New recruits sworn in amidst high community engagement and departmental transitions.
Votes (3)
Approval of minutes from December 9, 2025
Moved by Unknown · Seconded by Unknown
Adoption of agenda
Moved by Unknown · Seconded by Unknown
Approval of consent agenda
Moved by Unknown · Seconded by Unknown
Notable Quotes (1)
Today, I swore an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States of America, the Minnesota Constitution, and the White Bear Lake City Charter.
People (7)
Bill WalshCouncil MemberPresented recognition and farewell remarks to outgoing council members.
Presented recognition and farewell remarks to outgoing council members.
HeidiOutgoing Council MemberDeparting city council member recognized for service and community problem-solving.
1 quote
Departing city council member recognized for service and community problem-solving.
“I tend to stumble and say weird things, but I did get my voice heard at working group meetings.”
Reflecting on her tenure and public speaking during her final remarks.
DanOutgoing MayorDeparting mayor recognized for leadership, integrity, and community engagement.
1 quote
Departing mayor recognized for leadership, integrity, and community engagement.
“This decision not to run again was almost entirely because of our family, the importance of me being around.”
Explaining the reason for not seeking re-election.
Mary NiklosskiMayorIncoming Mayor sworn into office.
Incoming Mayor sworn into office.
Ellen GerolaCouncil MemberIncoming Council Member sworn into office.
Incoming Council Member sworn into office.
Kevin EdbergCouncil MemberIncoming Council Member sworn into office.
Incoming Council Member sworn into office.
Chief HaggarPolice ChiefIntroduced new police officers and sergeant for swearing-in ceremony.
Introduced new police officers and sergeant for swearing-in ceremony.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- December 9, 2025: Regular City Council Meeting (Minutes Approved)
- Current Session: Inauguration and Swearing-in Ceremony