CITY OF LAKEVILLE
Lakeville is a ‘ Plan A ’ Statutory city , with a part-time Mayor and City Council and a full-time Administrator who serves as the Chief Administrative Officer . The City Council functions as the legislative / policy making body . Lakeville provides services to residents through a professional staff committed to providing the highest quality of services in a cost-effective , innovative , and responsible manner .
Lakeville is in Minnesota ’ s 2nd congressional district . The Metropolitan Council is a governmental body responsible for coordinated planning for the seven county area . It provides recommendations on regional growth and direction for transportation agencies , regional parks , and airport systems that serve the region .
LAKEVILLE POLICE
Founded in 1882 , the dedicated officers of the Police Department have made it their mission to reduce crime , solve problems and ensure the quality of life in Lakeville . Chief Jeff Long , together with 62 officers of the Police Department are proud to serve Lakeville through their Patrol , Investigations , K-9 Units , School Resource Officers , and Crime Scene Unit . Officers also serve on Dakota County MAAG ( SWAT ), Dakota County Drug Task Force , and the Dakota County Computer Forensics Unit . The LPD does more than keep the streets safe . They are actively involved in the community , participating in Toys 4 Tots , Santa in Blue , Cops & Coats ,
2021 Police Officer of the Year : Brad Wubben
National Night Out , Shop with a Hero and Bike Patrol .
LAKEVILLE FIRE
Founded in 1884 as a volunteer organization with one station for the entire village , the Fire Department has grown to four stations and 82 paid on-call firefighters led by Chief Mike Meyer . A dedicated team acts in partnership with the community to accomplish our mission that results in a mitigation and reduction of loss of life and property due to fire , accident , or disaster . Lakeville Fire Department is an all-hazard response and customer service agency providing quality fire protection through education , prevention ,
2021 Firefighter of the Year : Rod Koch engineering , and firefighting activities .
LAKEVILLE PUBLIC SAFETY FOUNDATION
The Lakeville Public Safety Foundation ( LPSF ) is a non-profit organization that promotes public safety by enhancing the capabilities of the Lakeville Police Department and the Lakeville Fire Department . LPSF will provide financial assistance for community based public safety programs , events , processes , and nonessential operational tools through donations from citizens and corporations .
This foundation is run by a group of volunteers in the community and local business owners raising funds through events such as the Police & Firefighters Ball , Firehouse BINGO , Lights & Sirens Doggie Dash , Shop with a Hero , Bourbon & Cigars , and the Police & Fire Community Golf Tournament .
Lakeville City Hall 20195 Holyoke Avenue Lakeville , MN 55044 ( 952 ) 985-4400 lakevillemn . gov
Justin Miller City Administrator
Tina Goodroad Community & Economic Development Director
Allyn Kuennen Assistant City Administrator
Paul Oehme Director of Public Works
Zach Johnson City Engineer
John Hennen Parks & Recreation Director
Tana Wold Director of Liquor Operations
Brad Paulson Chief of Police
Mike Meyer Fire Chief
CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Doug Anderson John Bermel Luke Hellier Joshua Lee Michelle Volk
Current as of summer 2022 .
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