Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026
Wyoming City Council Election 2026
2 of 5 council seats are on the ballot, with 4 candidates running. Updated Oct 20, 2026. Every claim links to its source. How we check
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The candidates
Listed alphabetically by last name. Every position links to its source.
City Council
Vote for up to 2- Jessica BerganJessica Bergan is a Chisago County deputy recorder and vice chair of Wyoming's Parks Advisory Board. She is also a member of the Chisago County Parks Advisory Commission.5sourced
- Andrew PerryAndrew Perry works in property management and development services. He lists his experience as small business owner and corporate executive.3sourced
- Dennis SchillingIncumbentDennis Schilling is a chief building official and the incumbent on the Wyoming City Council.13sourced
- Jodie WitteJodie Witte is retired, an active volunteer and a 35-year resident. She cites decades of public service, leadership, business ownership and volunteer service.4sourced
Voters choose two of four council candidates. The mayor and two council members stay on through 2028.
Also on your Nov 3 ballot
We research city races only. For these races, go to the state's official guide or a nonpartisan one.
- Governor
- Amy Klobuchar · Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Lisa Demuth · Republican
- Steven Young · Green
- U.S. Senate
- Peggy Flanagan · Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Michele Tafoya · Republican
- Marisa Simonetti · Independent
- Rebecca Whiting · Libertarian
- Also statewideSecretary of State · State Auditor · Attorney General · Associate Justice - Supreme Court · Judge - Court of Appeals
- Statewide measures1 on the ballot: the state's official explanations
Districts come from 2020 Census blocks and the district maps for this election. Your address decides your districts.
Already on the council, not on the ballot
Whoever you elect will govern alongside these members.
- Lisa IversonMayor; term ends December 202812sourced
- Brett OhnstadCouncilmember, at-large; term ends December 20287sourced
- Linda Nanko YeagerCouncilmember, at-large; term ends December 202816sourced
Officeholders' pages compare what they've said with how they've voted, with sources.
What the next council decides
01City Hall and fire station project4 sourced facts
Where it standsPhase one construction began Aug. 10, 2026, remodeling the current City Hall into a fire station and 26263 Forest Blvd into a new City Hall.
What's on the tableHow to manage the project's costs, and whether to carry out phase two, planned for 2029, which moves the police department to 26263 Forest Blvd.
- Phase one of the project is expected to cost about $9.3 million. City of Wyoming
- In June 2026 the council awarded the facilities project contract; the total recommended contract amount was $5,739,644. City of Wyoming · Jun 16, 2026
- The lease revenue bonds agreement spells out bonds of about $9.2 million to no more than $9.7 million, maturing in 2047. Chisago County Press · Jul 31, 2026
- The bonds are issued through the city's Economic Development Authority, and the project reverts to city ownership when the debt is paid. Chisago County Press · Jul 31, 2026
022027 city levy and budget3 sourced facts
Where it standsOn Sept. 1, 2026 the council approved a proposed tax levy payable in 2027, 4-1, which had to be sent to the state by Sept. 28.
What's on the tableThe final 2027 budget and levy, which the council adopts in December after a Truth-in-Taxation hearing.
- The preliminary levy can be fine-tuned; the council votes on the final levy amount in December. City of Wyoming
- The city's financial consultant said many other cities she works with also had 6% to 9% increases, because of things like fuel, health insurance and wages. City of Wyoming · Sep 1, 2026
- In August 2024 Moody's upgraded the city's credit rating to Aa2. City of Wyoming
03License plate reader cameras3 sourced facts
Where it standsIn August 2026 the council renewed the city's contract with Flock Safety for one year at $12,000, 3-1.
What's on the tableWhether to keep, change or end the city's Flock license plate reader cameras when the contract comes up again.
- Funding for the contract continues to come from remaining Public Safety Aid funds. City of Wyoming · Aug 5, 2026
- The Public Safety Director said Flock data is stored for 30 days. City of Wyoming · Aug 5, 2026
- In September 2026 the Public Safety Director said a Flock audit confirmed the department's practices comply with State law. City of Wyoming · Sep 15, 2026
04Sunrise River Bank development3 sourced facts
Where it standsIn August 2026 the council approved the final plat and master development plan for Sunrise River Bank Commercial on the former Greenwood Golf Course site.
What's on the tableConditional use permits, site plans and a development agreement for each part of the project, and the developer's park dedication fees.
- City staff said all of the sites will need to come back to the city for conditional use permit and/or site plan review before final approvals. City of Wyoming · Aug 18, 2026
- The city administrator said businesses such as Polaris, Rosenbauer and the Fairview Hospital have shared their desire for a hotel in town. City of Wyoming · Aug 18, 2026
- Because the development includes an apartment building, the developer must provide a park dedication, in this case in cash. City of Wyoming · Jul 7, 2026
05Street improvements3 sourced facts
Where it standsIn August 2026 the council ordered a feasibility report for the 2027 street improvement project.
What's on the tableWhether to order the 2027 street project and how its costs are assessed.
- The city engineer said the 2027 work is in the range of $1.7 to $1.9 million. Chisago County Press · Aug 13, 2026
- Streets in the 2027 work area are 259th, Finch Court, Flint Trail, Floral and Glen Oak. Chisago County Press · Aug 13, 2026
- In September 2026 the council called a public hearing on assessments for the 2026 Street Improvement Project for Oct. 20, 2026. City of Wyoming · Sep 15, 2026
2 notes on these statements
Four candidates filed for two at-large council seats: Jessica Bergan, Andrew Perry, Dennis Schilling and Jodie Witte. Minnesota Secretary of State
The two seats on the ballot are those held by Dennis Schilling and Claire Luger, whose terms expire in December 2026. City of Wyoming
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Who matches you?
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1. Should the city have awarded the contracts for the City Hall and fire station project in 2026?
2. Should the council have approved the proposed 2027 tax levy?
3. Should the city keep its Flock license plate reader cameras?
4. Should the city have approved the Sunrise River Bank master development plan?
5. How should the city handle its yearly street improvement program?
Key dates
- Early voting by mail or in person beginsCity of WyomingSep 18, 2026
- Election Day (7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)City of WyomingNov 3, 2026
- Truth-in-Taxation hearing; council adopts the 2027 budget and levyCity of WyomingDec 1, 2026
The seat math
3 stay (not up this year): Lisa Iverson, Brett Ohnstad, Linda Nanko Yeager2 on this ballot
5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.
- The Wyoming City Council is composed of a mayor and four council members who are elected at large. City of Wyoming
- The mayor serves a four-year term and council members serve four-year staggered terms. City of Wyoming
- The City Council meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at City Hall. City of Wyoming
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