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rschubring@rochestermn.gov

Office Phone: 507-328-2992

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Work History

  • Health Care Policy and Community Relations Director for Mayo Clinic (2008-2024)
  • Director of Communications & Public Affairs for Tubman, a family violence prevention agency (2003-2008)
  • Political Director, Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton (2001)
  • Communications Manager for Public Affairs, Allina (1994-1999)

Education

  • M.A., Public Administration, Hamline University
  • B.A., Political Science, University of Minnesota

Community Activities

  • Chair, Rochester Planning and Zoning Commission (2022-24)
  • Rochester-area Commissioner, Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC). Appointed by Gov. Dayton and re-appointed by Gov. Walz. (2016-25)
  • Board Member, United Way of Olmsted County (2023-)
  • President, Slatterly Park Neighborhood Association (2013-17) Board Member (2011-2020)

Government History

Elected City Council President (2024)

Family

15-year Rochester resident in Slatterly Park, then Century Hills neighborhoods. Married to David Dobmeyer and father of two grown children, Dan and Rachel.

pkeane@rochestermn.gov

Cell Phone: 507-259-2870

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Work History

  • 2019- Present: City of Rochester
  • 2016 - 2018: P/T ISD 535, Mayo Clinic
  • 1980 - 2015: IBM.
    • Various Technical & Management Positions. Rochester, MN 

Education

  • Master's in Management of Technology (MSMOT) from The University of Minnesota Carlson School of Business
  • B.A. from St. Mary's College (Winona, MN) in Computer Science & Economics
  • St. Laurence High School, Burbank, IL

Community Activities

Member

Morning Pride Lions Club, Rochester Public Library Foundation Board (Finance Committee), Human Services Advisory Board (Olmsted County). 

Volunteering

Community Food Response, Rochester Salvation Army.

Previous

Rochester Area Family Y Board President, Concerned Citizens for a Creative Community (C4), Junior Achievement Board and Class Volunteer, Rochester Youth Sports Coaching.

Government History

2016 Zoning Board of Appeals

2018 Elected Ward 1. Rochester Public Utilities Board Member, ROCOG Board Member, South Zumbro Joint Powers Board (Chairperson), National League of Cities, Transportation & Infrastructure Board Member.

Family

Patrick grew up in Chicago, and came to Minnesota for school and work. Patrick is married to Lori and they have three adult children and six grandkids, all living in Minnesota.

nmiller@rochestermn.gov

Cell Phone: 507-850-2131

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Work History

  • 2015 - 2023: University of Iowa Healthcare, Senior Financial Analyst (Iowa City, IA; remote)
  • 2013 - 2015: Ochsner Health System, Revenue Cycle Analyst (New Orleans, LA)
  • 2010 - 2013: Students International, Project Coordinator - Microfinance (Guatemala)

Education

  • A.B. Freeman School of Business, Tulane University
    • Master of Accounting: 2009
    • Bachelor of Science in Management, Finance: 2009 

Community Activities

  • Historic Southwest Neighborhood Association
  • Christ United Methodist Church
  • Rochester Parks Foundation (Previous)
  • We Bike Rochester (Previous)

Government History

Elected 2024, Ward 2 City Councilmember

Family

Nick grew up in New Orleans, LA, and moved with his family for his wife's medical career to Iowa City, IA, and Portland, OR, before choosing Rochester, MN, as their long-term home. He lives in SW Rochester with his wife, Brittni, their daughter, and their dog, Galen.

nwahl@rochestermn.gov

Phone: 507-421-8969

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Pronouns: he/him/his

Work History

  • Pastor Emeritus, Bethel Lutheran Church, Rochester, MN; 2020—
  • Executive Pastor, Bethel Lutheran Church, Rochester, MN; 1996-2020
  • Senior Pastor, Faith Lutheran Church, St. Charles, MN; 1990-1996
  • Pastor, Mansfield Lutheran Church, Alden, MN; 1983-1990
  • Director of Church Relations, Augsburg University, Minneapolis, MN; 1981-1983
  • Pastor, Bethany Lutheran Church, Viborg, SD; 1979-1981

Education

  • Doctor of Ministry, Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
  • Master's of Divinity, Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
  • B.A., Augsburg College (now University), Minneapolis, MN
  • High School graduate of Preston-Fountain High School

Community Activities

Member of Rochester Morning Pride Lions Club (President, Treasurer); Samaritan Bethany Foundation Board; Secretary of Home Owners Association; Thrivent Board; Lutheran Social Services Board; Community Food Response Board; Augsburg University Board of Regents (Regent Emeritus)

Government History

Elected 2022, Ward 3 City Council Member

Family

Nearly a life-long Minnesotan, most of that in SE MN, and in Rochester since 1996, Norman married his high school sweetheart, Kathryn. Together, they have 3 adult children and seven grandchildren.

afriederichs@rochestermn.gov

Phone: 507-993-6830

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Andy Friederichs is a versatile craftsman and community member whose life’s work reflects dedication, adaptability, and hands-on skill. Over the years, he has built a diverse professional background that includes work as a farmer, cabinet maker, handyman, barber, renovator and repurposer, bringing practicality and creativity to every role he undertakes.

Andy received his early education at Barnesville High School and later pursued professional training at Moler Barber College in Fargo, North Dakota. He furthered his education by earning his Barber Instructor License and is a licensed barber instructor. Much of his expertise has also been shaped through experience—learning by doing and gaining knowledge through perseverance and hard work.

Andy is married to his wife, Kari, and is the proud father of six children: Harvey (Jac), Hank, Julia, Grace (Kevin), Kate, and Evy. He is also a devoted grandfather to Vernon and Walter.

Andy Friederichs’ life and work reflect a strong work ethic, a dedication to lifelong learning, and a deep commitment to family, craftsmanship, and community.

palmerward5@gmail.com

Phone: 507-254-9484

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Work History

  • Building Inspector – Vernon Hills, Illinois
  • Building Inspector – City of Rochester (retired)
  • Project Manager – Great Lakes Superior Walls
  • Group Fitness: Swim instructor – Dan Abrahams Healthy Living Center (retired)
  • Member Services Representative – Dan Abrahams Healthy Living Center (retired)

Education

  • Lourdes High School Graduate
  • Associate Degree, Rochester Community and Technical College
  • Bachelor’s Degree, Industry: Construction Option, Winona State University

Community Activities

  • Member, Silver Lake Friends
  • Past Chairman, Olmsted County Environmental Commission
  • Past President, Camp Olson YMCA Board of Directors
  • WLBCR Board, Cooper Lake Representative
  • Eagle Scout
  • Founder, Winona Yacht Club
  • Building Project Manager & Volunteer of the Year, Cooper Lake House at Camp Olson YMCA
  • House Coordinator & Volunteer of the Year, Habitat for Humanity Edison House
  • Eight time Boston Marathon Finisher

Government History

Elected in 2018

Family

Three great kids

ddoering@rochestermn.gov

Phone: 714-309-0314

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

Work History

  • Middle/High School Chorus and Band Teacher - Dunlap CUSD #323 (Dunlap, IL) 1999-2001
  • Associate Pastor - Grace Lutheran Church (Waseca, MN) 2005-2010
  • Pastor - People of Hope Lutheran Church (Rochester, MN) 2010-Present

Education

  • Bachelor of Music Education - Bradley University (Peoria, IL) 1999
  • Master of Divinity - The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (Chicago, IL) 2005
  • Mini MBA in Non-Profit Management - The University of St. Thomas (St. Paul, MN) 2009

Community Activities

  • Former Member of the Board of Directors for Family Promise Rochester
  • Jefferson Winner for Community Service
  • Bi-monthly volunteer at the Dorothy Day Hospitality House
  • Former Mentor for Bolder Options
  • Former Team Director for the Rochester Mountain Biking Team
  • Performed with the Rochester Civic Theater
  • Co-founding Pastor of the Open Table Food Truck Ministry in Rochester
  • Former Board President and current Board Member of Good Earth Village
  • Former Advisory Board Member for the Diversity Council of Rochester
  • Former Board President of the Rochester Off-Campus Charter High School (now known as Rosa Parks Charter High School)
  • Former Dean of the Zumbro River Conference of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA
  • Former member of the Congregational Renewal Table of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA
  • Former member of the Committee on Discipline of the Southeastern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA

Family

Married to my high school sweetheart (Karen). My son (Tucker) is a first-year student at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, WA.

Additional Information

  • Trained as a personal and organizational coach
  • Trained as a community organizer

For election history information, you can contact the City Clerk's Office at (507) 328-2900.

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