Truly an inspiration to us all, Melissa’s legacy is defined by her immense heart and her dedication to others. She led with both wisdom and kindness. To have worked with her was a gift, and to have known her as a friend was an honor. We carry her memory with us, though we miss her dearly every day.

I’m spending the week at the Harvard Bloomberg Center for Cities, collaborating with mayors from across the country. I’ll be walking away with new tools for city management and roadmaps for fresh funding and foundation partnerships. I can't wait to put these insights to work for Saint Paul!

So thrilled to see Meg Luger-Nikolai @megl.bsky.social secure the victory in the 64A primary! Meg’s dedication to our community and her vision for the future makes her a strong leader for this role.

Looking forward to seeing the positive impact she will continue to make!

Hearing your stories, your insights, & your hopes in each neighborhood has been the most rewarding part of this journey.

I’m excited for what's to come, & I eagerly look forward to continuing these tours, seeing the rest of the city, & hearing from all of you.

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What an incredible evening celebrating the Hmong New Year! Central High School, thank you so much for opening your doors and hosting such a vibrant and meaningful celebration for the community. It was a wonderful event!

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🗳️Just voted this morning to take part in our special election! It’s so important that we all use our voice. Democracy works best when we all show up! 👍🏼 Reminder: The last day for early voting is Mon, December 15th! Election Day is Tue, December 16th.

Make a plan today! Let’s get out there and vote!

Thank you to the University of St. Thomas for the discussion. I am looking forward to coming back soon.

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I was honored to stand in solidarity with our Somali community.

It’s crucial that we condemn the hateful & divisive language that has targeted the Somali community. They have no place in our society.

We must make our collective voices of inclusion louder & clearer than the voices of division.

Trump is once again weaponizing the federal government to attack communities that are central to our city’s identity.

I will not allow Saint Paul to be used to indiscriminately advance his divisive and hateful agenda against the immigrant community under the guise of legal proceedings.

I am truly honored to have been part of the Hmong New Year celebration at the River Centre in St. Paul. This year holds special significance as we mark the 50th anniversary of Hmong people in the U.S. Together, we reflect on our journey—a journey filled with resilience, hope, & unwavering strength.

Full of gratitude & reflection this season. We celebrate the resilience of Indigenous communities & the gathering of family & friends. Let's also hold space for neighbors who are hurting, striving for compassion, unity, & justice. Wishing u a happy & healthy season!

I’m deeply concerned about yesterday’s East Side law‑enforcement action & stand with Mayor Melvin Carter in calling for a full review of bodycam footage. We need to reinforce for our community the best way to show up & hold law enforcement at all levels accountable. Our community deserves better.

Our commitment to a better Saint Paul begins now. I'm proud to introduce the members of my transition team who are dedicated to building a strong foundation for the next chapter of our city. Thank you for your continued support as we move forward!