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Building a Better Brooklyn Center Together

Community leader committed to thoughtful leadership and a strong Brooklyn Center.

Brooklyn Center has been my home for more than two decades. I care deeply about our community and the future of our city.

Stay connected as I share more about how we can continue strengthening Brooklyn Center together.

About Gretchen

I’ve lived in Brooklyn Center since 1999 and have been actively involved in our community for many years.

Good city decisions don’t happen by accident. They happen when leaders listen carefully, understand how the system works, and bring people together to solve problems.

Through my service on city commissions and my work in the community, I’ve seen how thoughtful leadership, collaboration, and careful decision-making can help our city move forward.

I believe strong communities are built when residents stay engaged and local leaders listen carefully to the people they serve. I take public service seriously and believe the best decisions happen when leaders take the time to understand the issues, listen to residents, and carefully consider the long-term impact on our community.


Community Leadership

• Brooklyn Center Charter Commission, Member
• Brooklyn Center Finance Commission, Vice President
• Regular attendee of Brooklyn Center City Council meetings

I care deeply about the future of our city and the well-being of the people who call Brooklyn Center home.


Looking Ahead

Brooklyn Center is a diverse and vibrant community with tremendous potential.

Over the coming months, I will continue meeting with residents, listening to concerns, and sharing ideas about how we can strengthen our neighborhoods, support local businesses, and ensure our city government works effectively for everyone.

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My roots run deep in this community—I’ve lived in Brooklyn Center since 1999 with my family. We chose this city for its potential, great location, and strong sense of community.

My superpower is research and relationship building. I enjoy learning how things really work, connecting the right people, and helping groups work through complex issues to find thoughtful solutions. I believe the best decisions happen when people listen carefully, bring people together, and focus on practical solutions.

Those are the same skills I bring to my community involvement and public service.

In my free time, family always comes first. I’m an avid reader, I love watching documentaries, and I enjoy staying involved in the community through volunteering. And I’m always on the hunt for the perfect chicken wing.