Mayor Anne Burt has helped foster a vibrant and welcoming community, according to the Woodbury city council.
Burt was honored by the League of Minnesota Cities last week with the Emerging Leader award, which recognizes elected officials “who are early in their municipal government role and have made meaningful contributions to their city.” Burt was first elected mayor in November 2018.
The league presented awards to city leaders and cities, including Mounds View, during its annual conference Thursday in Duluth.
“Mayor Anne Burt exemplifies this rare combination of dedication, vision, and selfless service,” Edina Mayor James Hovland said in a letter of support to the league. “Her leadership has been marked by humility, integrity, and a focus on collective impact. She elevates others, listens carefully, and guides with clarity—always keeping the broader community impact at heart.”
Burt was recognized for her commitment to public service, support for local organizations and ability to lead Woodbury through challenges including PFAS water contamination, COVID and the murder of George Floyd, according to the league.
“Simply put, in times of challenges and celebrations, obstacles and opportunities, Mayor Burt’s leadership has never wavered,” stated the Woodbury City Council in its letter of support.
95% of Woodbury residents rate the city a good or excellent place to live, with the city council having an approval rating of 95% – data the league credits to Burt’s leadership qualities.
Other city leaders who received awards include Circle Pines Mayor Dave Bartholomay and Dilworth City Administrator L. Peyton Mastera.
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Mounds View received a City of Excellence award, which “recognizes cities for outstanding programs or projects,” according to the league.
Mounds View was honored for its “comprehensive effort to identify and remove restrictive covenants or clauses that prohibit property ownership or occupancy based on race from residential property deeds,” as part of its Discharge of Discriminatory Covenants initiative, according to the league.
Though the discriminatory clauses are unenforceable through state and federal laws, the city of Mounds View continues to acknowledge the historical harm of the clauses and champion inclusive efforts in partnership with the University of Minnesota, according to the league.
For the full list of awardees, visit lmc.org and click on Latest News.
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