Dan Roe announces mayoral reelection bid
Roe is the first to declare candidacy for Roseville mayor in the 2026 election
Mayor Dan Roe has announced his reelection campaign for a fifth term as mayor of Roseville.
His announcement was posted on his campaign website and his Facebook page on May 19. In the statement, he referenced the challenges the community has faced over the years through Operation Metro Surge, the Great Recession, the Pandemic, and times of civil unrest resulting from "injustice." Though not named in his post, both Philando Castile (2016) and George Floyd (2020) were killed by police in neighboring cities during previous terms in office.
"Through it all, I have had the distinct honor to have been entrusted by the amazing people of Roseville to provide leadership in service as a city council member and as mayor. I have worked all that time to make my service a reflection of this community I serve, because I believe at its heart that is what the job of mayor is about. As we continue to tackle whatever challenges and opportunities are to come, I am confident the people of Roseville will continue to grow and strengthen our community—as always with an eye to a better future for everyone," Roe wrote in his statement.
Roe has been mayor of Roseville since 2011. Prior to that he served on the city council starting in 2007.
The mayor and city council members are elected to one four-year term at a time, but there are no term limits.
"If the people of Roseville choose me again in this election to be your partner in those efforts, I will accept that partnership and continue to work for you to bring thoughtfulness, constructive leadership, historical perspective, and good humor to the job of mayor," Roe wrote.
Roe filed his affidavit of candidacy with the Minnesota Secretary of State on May 19. At the time of the publishing of this article, Roe is the only candidate for mayor so far. The filing period is open until June 2 at 5:00 p.m. We will provide an update on who else is running for mayor and city council in June.
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