Afton Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Jake
Solberg

Jake Solberg is running for mayor of Afton in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Bill Palmquist.

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The race · Mayor

About: Entrepreneur and Afton resident who says he has built businesses and managed complex projects.
Campaign website: jake4afton.com

Jake Solberg did not submit responses to the Pioneer Press candidate questionnaire. Pioneer Press · Oct 7, 2026

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01Permits and planning2 sourced positions

Says he would work to simplify permitting where possible and support locally owned businesses downtown.
Simplify permitting where possible.”
Own statementJake for Afton Link
Calls for transparent decisions, clear and consistent expectations, and predictable permitting and planning.
City Hall should serve the people—not stand in their way.”
Own statementJake for Afton Link

02Rural character1 sourced position

Lists preserving rural character, protecting the St. Croix River and open spaces, and supporting parks and trails among his priorities.
Preserving our rural character and natural beauty.”
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03Families and housing1 sourced position

Says city policies should help seniors age in place and let the next generation remain on family property.
Own statementJake for Afton Link

04Questionnaire1 sourced position

Did not respond to the Pioneer Press candidate questionnaire.
Own statementPioneer Press · Oct 7, 2026 Link

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