SPAAR congratulates endorsed winners

SPAAR - 11/09/2026

 

Congratulations to the 16 candidates who were endorsed by SPAAR and won their races for locally-elected office last week.

These new and returning leaders, elected to mayor, city council and county board seats across Washington, Dakota, Anoka and Ramsey counties, will play a vital role in zoning, development and housing policy decisions that shape our communities.

Anoka County

  • Jerry Koch, Anoka County Board
  • Pat Carlson, Coon Rapids Mayor
  • Liz Novotny, Fridley City Council
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    Dakota County

  • Mike Slavik, Dakota County Board
  • Mike Maguire, Eagan Mayor
  • Gary Hansen, Eagan City Council
  • Luke Hellier, Lakeville Mayor
  • Maggie Bruecken, Apple Valley City Council
  • Tyler Fehrman, South St. Paul City Council
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    Ramsey County

  • Paul Gardner, Shoreview Mayor
  • Kari Niedfeldt-Thomas, New Brighton Mayor
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    Washington County

  • Karla Bigham, Washington County Board
  • Stan Karwoski, Washington County Board
  • Anne Burt, Woodbury Mayor
  • Monique Garza, Cottage Grove City Council
  • Kevin Miller, Forest Lake City Council

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