Our Annual Meeting is an opportunity to gather together as neighbors and select leaders for the coming year. First-time attendees encouraged! Hear from your elected officials, get neighborhood updates from the past year, and run for our Board of Directors!
East Isles 2026 Annual Meeting
Tuesday, Apr. 14 • 6:30 PM social, 7 PM meeting
Grace-Trinity Community Church (1430 W 28th St)
Agenda / Speakers TBA
Voting will take place in person this year—no online registration needed!
Board Nominees
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Background
East Isles homeownerWhat has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
I have the desire, experience, energy, and skills to continue working with neighbors to keep East Isles one of the best places in the city to live, work, and recreate. Now more than ever we must work together to advocate for the neighborhood and help find solutions to the challenges East Isles and our city is facing.What unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
I have served as treasurer of EINA for the last four years and have many years of experience in strategic planning and development in the private and non-profit sectors. I also have a long history in the neighborhood and experience interacting with local government.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on?
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Background
East Isles renterWhat has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
In 2023, I saw some strangers in orange shirts picking up trash in the park, and ran outside to ask who they were and what they were doing. As I door knocked for City Council campaigns throughout October, becoming politically active in local politics for the first time, I took for granted that the troubles of spring and summer had simmered down to a point where I could spend time away from my apartment buildings without something petty or catastrophic happening in my absence. It was only in November that I learned how EINA had been influencing city officials to take better care of the Uptown Transit Station, Walker Library, and nearby parklands.What unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
I am a natural social chameleon who gets along well with others regardless of background. I've been tinkering with computers since I was five years old in 1983; programmer, graphic designer, web developer, video editor, sound engineer, database guru, sysadmin, etc. I grew up in the direct marketing (junk mail) business and have some experience with non-profit fundraising. I consider myself a unique combination of both an artist and an engineer. And, sometimes to my own surprise, I have lived near the corner of Lagoon and Hennepin for almost twenty years.
I currently serve as Press Secretary for Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. This gives me unparalleled experience navigating City of Minneapolis systems, insight into City priorities, and a direct pipeline to City initiatives. Before working for Mayor Frey, I was the media relations coordinator for the Minneapolis Police Department, working with press partners to highlight public safety initiatives, and answering questions about criminal incidents happening across the City. My strong background in public safety will help me effectively navigate one of the most important issues for our neighbors: crime.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on?
Built Environment & Transportation (BET), Community Safety, Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) -
Background
East Isles homeownerWhat has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
To help restore the safety and vitality of our uniquely mixed-use community in which I had the good fortune to raise my familyWhat unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
A successful small-business owner with a strong track record in identifying shared interests and facilitating alignment in large organizations.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on?
Farmers Market -
Background
Longtime resident and passionate about living in the City and doing my part to keep it safe and a great place to raise a family.What has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
East Isles homeownerWhat unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
I have been practicing real estate law for over 30 years so have good analytical and communication skills, as well as an expertise in development, community and housing.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on?
Community Safety -
Background
East Isles homeownerWhat has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
I love our neighborhood and want to help our community stay active, inclusive, and strong.What unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
I'm currently the Chair of the East Isles board, and I enjoy organizing neighborhood events. I'm also a lawyer and retired nonprofit leader.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on?
Green Team -
Background
East Isles homeowner, Board member since Apr. 2023What has inspired you to run for the Board of Directors?
My wife and I have called East Isles home for over 25 years and love our vital Minneapolis community. Both of our kids have grown up here and went to school locally. While our neighborhood has some challenges, they can be overcome by leveraging the talents and skills of those who call our East Isles home.I have been honored to serve on the East Isles Neighborhood Association Board for several years, chair the BET and NRP Committees. I do my best to support local businesses. And, I have run, walked, or biked over 50,000 miles around the chain of lakes. I am proud of the work the East Isles Board has done, including public safety, environmental, and other community improvements. I hope to earn your support for another term and please feel free to reach out with your suggestions or concerns anytime.
What unique skills or experiences will you bring to the Board?
Long time board member with a track record of driving results. Actively engaged in public policy efforts to improve Minneapolis. Member of the Minneapolis Capitol Long Range Planning Community.Which Committees would you be interested in serving on? Built Environment & Transportation (BET), Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP)
Run for the Board
Nominations are now open for the Board of Directors! EINA’s Board has 2-year, staggered terms. There are 11 seats total, and 6 seats are open in this election. Board eligibility is limited to:
East Isles residents 18+, business owners/lessees, and neighborhood nonprofit, education, or government representatives.
1 member per household or family may serve on the Board at any given time.
The maximum number of Board seats that may be filled by business owners/lessees or designated representatives of a nonprofit, educational organization, or governmental organization in the neighborhood is 3.
East Isles neighborhood boundaries are 22nd St, Hennepin Ave, Lake St, and Knox Ave/E Lake of the Isles Pkwy. If you are interested in running for the Board, please complete a Board Nomination:
Elections & Voting
Voting eligibility is limited to:
East Isles residents 16+.
Business owners/lessees of real property in the neighborhood.
Designated representatives of nonprofits, educational organizations, or governmental organizations in the neighborhood.
East Isles is bound by 22nd St, Hennepin Ave, Lake St, and Knox Ave/E Lake of the Isles Pkwy. Voting takes place via an online ballot that is emailed after the Annual Meeting ends, and remains available for 24 hours. Each attendee who is eligible to vote will receive an email with instructions on how to access the ballot once the ballot becomes available.
Voting will take place in person this year—no online registration needed!