Re-elect hovland

“Mayor Hovland’s strongest skill is listening to his residents. His decision making on public policy and city issues uses his ability to listen and channel his residents’ comments to make good decisions for the city of Edina.”

"Under Jim Hovland’s leadership as mayor, the City of Edina has outstanding public safety. Our city leadership is responsible for the hiring & retention of our Police and Fire Chiefs and investment in public safety.”

“You inspire me as a leader who brings positive change and have been instrumental in building Edina as the best community in every aspect.”

"Jim truly cares for the Edina Community and helps to ensure it is a great place to live, work and play."

"Jim Hovland is my choice for Mayor because in my 20+ years as a resident I’ve witnessed not only his talents and work ethic but also his commitment to Edina’s well being. Rarely a Council meeting goes by when we don’t hear him assess a tough decision by asking what it will mean to “our town”. That wonderfully familiar Jim Hovland phrase captures his singular focus, and that’s what we deserve from our Mayor."

"We appreciate the Edina Community that Jim has helped develop and foster. Our city, school and community organizations are supportive of one another and have great communication. Jim’s leadership and active engagement is an important reason for these successful and productive partnerships which enhance our community."

"Jim Hovland has been an extraordinary servant to our community these past years. He listens, strives for consensus, and responds always in a timely manner. We need more elected officials like Jim representing us."

Principal of Minnesota International Chinese School

"We are incredibly grateful to Mayor Jim Hovland for his unwavering support of our community. Since 2015, he has attended our annual Chinese New Year Celebration every year without fail, even during the pandemic and when the event was held outside of Edina. His commitment to celebrating cultural diversity and fostering inclusion continues to make a lasting impact on our Chinese school and the broader Edina community."

"Mayor Hovland is a bold and successful leader for Edina, guiding us successfully through many challenges and opportunities. It's a privilege to support his 2024 campaign."

Neurointerventional Surgeon 

"We’re all very much appreciative of your vision for the urban planning of our city: pedestrian-friendly, bike-friendly, sustainable transit and well-planned densification and development. It’s a very forward-looking vision and we hope to see more of it the in the future."

"Mayor Jim Hovland is a leader of principle, integrity, and authentic, broad-based community partnership. He does not pivot his key messaging according to audience or stakeholder. He does not need to because his message and his hard work is in service of elevating and amplifying all of Edina."

"Those of us who have worked with Jim in the Edina Community Foundation and the Edina Morningside Rotary Club know that he is a reliable and enthusiastic partner in our meetings and community programs. His north star is service to our community, or in the words of the Rotary motto, “Service above self.”"

Former President Edina A Better Chance Foundation

Former President Braemar-City of Lakes Figure Skating Club

"Mayor Hovland is a positive force on our community. He is forward-thinking and innovative, yet desires to nurture the community spirit of Edina."

"Under Mayor Hovland’s leadership, Edina has kept the charm of the city I grew up in while evolving to ensure it remains a thriving city where people are proud to start new families. Between our flourishing town square at 50th & France, new bike lanes, and well-funded schools, constant improvements ensure Edina maintains its reputation as one of the best places to live in Minnesota."

"My wife and I appreciate the Mayor's continued focus on community partnership, smart and targeted growth, and transparent decision-making."

"I appreciate Mayor Hovland's community oriented approach to creating a vibrant city that is pedestrian friendly, bike friendly and more sustainable. His willingness to collaborate with everyone, businesses, individuals and staff, in order to navigate change is extraordinary. He does this with kindness, dignity while championing respect for all."

"In my 20-plus years of living in Edina, Mayor Hovland has always been responsive to my concerns and requests as a resident and business owner.

He is someone who listens, asks clarifying questions, provides in-depth knowledge of our laws, weighs the impact before making decisions, and actively seeks to solve problems through resident engagement. His willingness to speak with, and listen to, any resident is a superpower only the rarest of human beings are capable of.

Additionally, Mayor Hovland understands the powerful message sent by showing up for people in this community. I have run into Mayor Hovland at everything from plant sales and cultural events, to art festivals and hockey games. He has a great understanding and handle of our community's issues because he constantly chooses to engage with us and seeks to gather different perspectives.

If you vote to re-elect Mayor Hovland, you are voting for someone who is a welcoming intercultural learner, a highly-engaged and deeply knowledgeable community member that values integrity, and the kind of level-headed decent human being we should want all of our elected leaders to be.

I am proud to publicly endorse Mayor Hovland's 2024 campaign and hope you will, too."