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Oakdale Council Member Gary Severson
Mahtomedi City CouncilFriday, March 27, 2026
Watch on original sourceOakdale urban growth and development history
City council code of conduct and civil discourse
Nonpartisan governance and political consensus-building
Legacy and future planning for young families in Oakdale
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (2)
I think as leaders we have a duty to um to serve with with honor and civility.
Civility in governmentSpeaking on his motivation for running for council.
The pledge is about working together setting our our differences aside political differences aside and working together for the common good.
BipartisanshipExplaining his commitment to consensus-based decision making.
People (1)
Gary SeversonCity Council MemberLong-term Oakdale resident elected to carry on city growth and maintain local quality of life.
2 quotes
Long-term Oakdale resident elected to carry on city growth and maintain local quality of life.
“I think as leaders we have a duty to um to serve with with honor and civility.”
Reflecting on his philosophy of governance.
“The pledge is about working together setting our our differences aside political differences aside and working together for the common good.”
Explaining the necessity of bipartisan cooperation in local government.
Places Mentioned
Oakdale
Events & Meetings (1)
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