Ken Schmitt for Mayor of Waite Park

08/25/2026

Getting things ready for campaigning.

08/17/2026

Save the date... Come out and help beautify our city. See you all there!

08/10/2026

I will be running a second term.

08/04/2026

Make sure you get out and vote!

Minnesota Living is your insider's guide to what makes each community tick — the trails locals love, the restaurants worth the drive, and the neighborhoods wort

08/04/2026

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08/03/2026

I will be running for
reelection this year.
It has been an honor to serve the citizens of Waite Park. I would like to continue serving as mayor and improving our city.

I am glad I was able to accomplish what I campaigned on:

Improved communication. Developed the monthly Mayor's Minute along with monthly E - Newsletter. If you haven't signed up yet please sign up on the city website, "stay informed."

We are also promoting our city and businesses through the new website: www.minnesotaliving.com. Waite Park local. Please sign up today!

We were able to control the budget in 2026 which only raised by 1.25%

The city has grown in development. Jan 2025 thru June 2026...Commercial and residential growth is $93.52 million in 2025 and $100.31 million thru June 2026.

Remember to vote.

Minnesota Living is your insider's guide to what makes each community tick — the trails locals love, the restaurants worth the drive, and the neighborhoods wort

07/10/2026

Want to get text only deals from Waite Park businesses?
Text "Mayor" to 833-764-1715.
H R Pesty's will be texting a special deal this weekend, so sign up today!

07/10/2026

Check out the new city website that shows all the great things that Waite Park has to offer.
www. Minnesotaliving. Com
Type in "Waite Park"

05/25/2026

Remember all the men and women that have served our country .

05/21/2026

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State of the City

It's time to build for the future and the next generation.