Crosslake Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Jackson M.
Purfeerst
Jackson M. Purfeerst, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Crosslake in the Nov 3, 2026 election, unopposed.
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Background
- About
- Jackson Purfeerst was first elected Crosslake mayor in 2024 after serving on the council since 2022.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Nonpartisan
Jackson M. Purfeerst is the only candidate who filed for Mayor. Minnesota Secretary of State
On the record: Jackson M. Purfeerst
6 sourced01Flock cameras1 sourced position
Said he and the city administrator directed the Public Safety Committee to reexamine the city's Flock license plate camera program, including possibly letting the contract expire.
Public safety is important, but so is protecting the privacy and trust of the people we serve”
Own statementPine and Lakes Echo Journal · Aug 28, 2026Link
02City budget and levy1 sourced position
Said the council kept a $100,000 emergency reserve in the 2026 budget, as it had in 2025.
It prevents sudden tax increases to cover emergencies, and it keeps our essential services stable and responsive.”
Own statementPine and Lakes Echo Journal · Dec 12, 2025Link
03Roundabout and county roads1 sourced position
Said the council's resolution supporting reconstruction of the intersection of County State Aid Highways 3 and 36 and County Road 103 starts the process but does not commit the city to a final design.
Own statementPine and Lakes Echo Journal · Jul 17, 2026Link
04Downtown flagpole1 sourced position
Asked the council to back exploring a privately funded downtown flagpole display near the County Roads 3 and 66 roundabout; the council voted unanimously to support the concept.
Our community wants this, and I'm willing to lead the effort to make it happen”
Own statementPine and Lakes Echo Journal · Aug 12, 2026Link
05Past candidacies2 sourced positions
Ran for Mayor of Crosslake in 2024 as a nonpartisan candidate (won).
Own statementMinnesota Secretary of State · Nov 5, 2024Link
Ran for Crosslake City Council in 2022 as a nonpartisan candidate (won).
Own statementMinnesota Secretary of State · Nov 8, 2022Link
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