Jesse Lara

Councilor2023-04-18 – 2028-12-31 (city council page lists First Took Office April 18, 2023 and Term Expires Dec. 31, 2028; Minnesota Statutes § 412.02 subd. 2 - terms commence on the first Monday in January following the election; won April 2023 special election to fill the seat vacated by Matt Lehman per Shakopee Valley News)

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 21
Total speaking time: 35:43
Avg per meeting: 1:42
Segments: 691

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Top issues during term (1)(Governance)

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Election administration changes under HF 4240

About $21,000 in projected 2026 savings on election judge costs, likely higher once staff time is counted.

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