A Proven leader
Serving The Community
Kathy has been a tireless advocate for the environment. She helped create the city’s Environmental and Natural Resources Commission, supported the city’s efforts to achieve the Green Step Cities Step 5, and has been a champion for the city's Climate Actions to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Recognition
Elected Official of the Year by Minnesota Women in City Government in 2022
Community Conservation Advocate by the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District in 2022
About Kathy
Life of Service
"City Council is not a position of power, it is a position of service." A quote by Al Bergstrom, Kathy's father and Maplewood Trustee 1962. These words describe Kathy's mantra for service as the longest-serving Maplewood City Council member since first taking office in January 2002.
Experience
Life-long resident of Maplewood, graduate of Archbishop Murray Memorial High School (now Hill-Murray) and College of St. Catherine's, retired high school teacher, ten years of advocacy for seniors, 21 years as a community activist, and current City Councilmember.
Kathy's Priorities
Maintain sustainability in the environment, finance, and operations.
I helped lead the way for the City's Climate Action planning and voted NO to the Purple Line, which saved the Bruce Vento Trail and maintained traffic flow on White Bear Avenue.
Support Public Safety and other professional staff.
I believe in our common goals of community outreach and inclusiveness. Working together, supporting each other, we will achieve a safe and healthy community for everyone.
Attention to development, redevelopment, and housing.
I am proud of our new redevelopment housing options. It was a privilege to vote for the Maplewood Home Improvement Loan Program, which provides low-interest loans, from $5,000 to $40,000 for essential home repairs like roof replacement, energy upgrades, and accessibility features.