Forest Lake Mayor & City Council Candidates Forum 2024
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Forest Lake candidate introductions
City budget and fiscal planning
Economic development and downtown revitalization
Infrastructure maintenance (roads, water, sewer)
Hiring a permanent City Administrator
Planning Commission reform
Support for local businesses
Public safety funding
Community engagement and arts programs
Property tax impacts on fixed-income residents
Notable Quotes (3)
first thing I would do is eliminate the Planning Commission
we need to find the right person. If we don't find someone this time that's okay
we need to hire a city administrator and in hiring a city administrator that can create a ripple effect into our community
People (7)
Focuses on 10-year budget planning, economic development, and hiring a city administrator.
Proposes eliminating the Planning Commission and reducing city ordinances.
Emphasizes community building and leveraging her 12-year council experience.
Focuses on business experience, downtown development, and infrastructure.
Lifelong resident focused on community growth and service.
30 years of local government service; liaison to the school board.
Retired Washington County Sheriff's Office employee.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Candidate forum session regarding City candidates