3-04-2025 Special Meeting
Special City Council Meeting
March 4, 2025
6:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue NE
Minutes
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Dave Ostwald
Councilmember Patrick Vescio
Councilmember Ryan Evanson
Councilmember Ann Bolkcom
Others Present: Wally Wysopal, City Manager
Steven Billings, Councilmember Candidate
Luke Cardona, Councilmember Candidate
Cheryl Adams, Councilmember Candidate
Emma Carter, Councilmember Candidate
Jodi Rehlander, Councilmember Candidate
Katherine Grimm, Councilmember Candidate
Alicia Pickens-Opoku, Councilmember Candidate
Items for Discussion
1. City Council Ward 1 Appointment
The City Council (Council) interviewed seven candidates for the open vacancy for
Councilmember, Ward 1. The Council unanimously selected Luke Cardona to fill the
vacancy. Mr. Cardona took the oath of office and will begin his term immediately.