Dear Neighbors, I want to express how honored and privileged I feel to represent the residents of the Fifth District on the Hennepin County Board. I am extremely fortunate to serve with colleagues that get the business of the day done. In the Hennepin County boardroom there is no partisan bickering, and compromise is not… Continue reading I am running for re-election in 2024!
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Commissioner Debbie Goettel Announces 2024 Candidacy for Hennepin County, District Five
Hennepin County Commissioner Debbie Goettel, former Mayor of Richfield and civil/environmental, health and safety engineer is running for a third term to represent the communities of Bloomington, Richfield, and portions of Eden Prairie and Minneapolis on the Hennepin County Board. She is asking for support as voters prepare for the 2024 Presidential Election, and commits… Continue reading Commissioner Debbie Goettel Announces 2024 Candidacy for Hennepin County, District Five
Debbie wins 2020 DFL endorsement
With over 83% of first-choice votes, Debbie was endorsed by the DFL for Hennepin County Commissioner in District 5. Hennepin County convention delegate were chosen by precinct caucus attendees on March 3. Due to COVID-19, the Convention was moved online. Delegates cast their ranked-choice ballots over a 10-day period between April 24 and May 4.
Hennepin County provides legal aid to domestic abuse victims
https://kstp.com/news/hennepin-county-adding-position-to-help-provide-legal-aid-to-people-seeking-order-of-protection/5196998/ Commissioner Goettel provided an amendment to the 2019 budget to include legal services for domestic abuse victims seeking orders for protection in the court system. Read the KSTP story to learn more.