Independence City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Cathy
Iverson
Cathy Iverson is running for Independence City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Brad FisherIncumbent
- 02Edward L. Genereux
- 03Cathy IversonYou’re reading
- 04Jon-Paul Story
- 05Hal Tearse
Background
- About
- Interior design firm owner who served 4 years on the Wayzata City Council.
On the record: Cathy Iverson
5 sourced01Data centers1 sourced position
Said data centers do not belong in Independence.
Data centers do not belong in Independence.”
Own statementLaker Pioneer · Sep 24, 2026Link
02Growth1 sourced position
Said development is inevitable but the city must be intentional about where future density is placed.
we must be highly intentional about where future density is placed to protect our open spaces”
Own statementPress & News · Sep 24, 2026Link
03Property taxes1 sourced position
Listed fiscal responsibility to maintain low tax growth as part of her long-term vision.
Ensure fiscal responsibility to maintain low tax growth.”
Own statementLaker Pioneer · Sep 24, 2026Link
04Fire service1 sourced position
Said she would compare firefighter pay and benefits with surrounding communities to help recruitment.
I would evaluate the current pay and other benefits of firefighters relative to surrounding communities to identify opportunities for recruitment.”
Own statementPress & News · Sep 24, 2026Link
05Past candidacies1 sourced position
Ran for Wayzata City Council in 2020 (won).
Own statementMinnesota Secretary of State · Nov 3, 2020Link
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