Cannon Falls City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Steve
Carlsen
Steve Carlsen is running for Cannon Falls City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 3 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01David "Dave" Alvstad
- 02Steve CarlsenYou’re reading
- 03Diane C. JohnsonIncumbent
Background
- About
- Receptionist at Cannon Rivers Senior Living and a Navy veteran.
On the record: Steve Carlsen
4 sourced01Property taxes1 sourced position
Says property taxes are too high and city spending needs to be more efficient.
Our property taxes are too high. They have tripled in the 20 years that I have been here. We need more efficient spending habits – more accountability.”
Own statementCannon Falls Beacon · Oct 15, 2026Link
02Economic development1 sourced position
Says he sees waste in the budget and wants business growth in the industrial park.
I see waste in our budget.”
Own statementCannon Falls Beacon · Oct 15, 2026Link
03Jobs1 sourced position
as reported by the Cannon Falls Beacon; not a direct quote
Said the town grows through good-paying jobs and lower taxes.
Forum answerCannon Falls Beacon · Oct 14, 2026Link
04Past candidacies1 sourced position
Ran for Cannon Falls City Council in 2024 (lost).
Own statementCity of Cannon FallsLink
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