Luke Hellier

Husband to Josi | Dad to Five | Lakeville Mayor | [email protected]

[Dan Wolter 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 @DJWolter]

Great start to the 2026 @HyVee Veterans Day breakfast at Lakeville. Thanks to the @LSHSCougarsFB for being here in full force to honor our vets! USA (This goes until 10 at all of your neighborhood Hy-Vee stores.)

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

Thank you to Lakeville for entrusting me with another term as Mayor.
I’m so grateful for Joshua Lee’s service to our city. Joshua leads with compassion and his presence will be missed on the Council. Over the last eight years, Joshua has been a strong advocate for public safety and environmental stewardship. He's also a dedicated volunteer with the Rotary and has been instrumental in Taste of Lakeville. I'm hopeful he continues to be involved as a leader in Lakeville's community.

Councilwoman Michelle Volk chose not to run for re-election this year after more than two decades in service to Lakeville on the School Board and City Council. Michelle has been a consistent voice on the Council as an advocate for fiscal discipline and remind us that the and funding choices we make impact the citizens of Lakeville. I will miss her friendship and mentorship.

Please take a moment to send them both a note of thanks for their service.

I'm also sharing what I sent to the newspaper in response to the election.

Good local government starts with relationships, mutual respect, and a willingness to listen. I’ve always believed that the best decisions come from thoughtful discussions and a diversity of perspectives around the table.

I’m looking forward to building strong working relationships with our newly elected council members, understanding their priorities, and finding common ground on the issues that matter most to residents.

Congrats to new Council members Mark Reese and Alicia Schaupp. I look forward to serving with you.

We won’t always agree on every issue, and that’s okay. What matters is that we approach those conversations professionally, respectfully, and with a shared commitment to doing what’s best for Lakeville.

My approach will be to maintain open communication, encourage collaboration, and ensure every council member has an opportunity to contribute.

At the end of the day, residents expect us to work together, solve problems, and deliver results. That’s exactly what I intend to do.

With gratitude,

LH

[KARE 11 @kare11]

Lakeville coffee shop competes for best in country https://t.co/vBOevUnr0w

[Visit Lakeville Minn @VisitLakeville]

A community open house is scheduled next Wednesday at Lakeville City Hall where you can learn more about EXPO 2031, Minnesota’s proposed six‑month international horticultural exposition. Where Humanity and Horticulture Meet.

📅 Wed, October 21
⏰ 4-7pm
https://t.co/3zTbz3d8M6

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

Happy Birthday to America's favorite baby brother @EthanLHellier !

[Kevin Clark @bykevinclark]

An unbelievable BADASSES from Jim Nantz on MIKE DITKA who he noticed only carried $100 bills on him during the time they did TV together. Ditka would pay for everything with the hundred and let them keep the change. Listen why. An all-time story from Nantz on Da Coach.

[ESPN @espn]

Mike Ditka, whose legendary career as a player and Super Bowl-winning coach landed him in the Hall of Fame, has died at the age of 86, his family announced.

[Bring Me The News @bringmethenews]

Open house planned as Lakeville explores hosting $1 billion horticultural expo in 2031.

More: https://t.co/lOniSUDDAN

[Lakeville Police @LakevillePD_MN]

**Police Investigating Threat Involving Kenwood Trail Middle School**

There are no reported injuries or known acts of violence. Please avoid the area and do not come to the school. Parents, students and staff should follow updates from Lakeville Area Schools.

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

And we all thought Minnesota was dysfunctional

[Ben Verlander @BenVerlander]

Wait… the Mariners forced Dan Wilson to announce his own firing?

Come on.

How about Jerry Dipoto get in front of a camera and explain all of his poor decisions and say he’ll be better?

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

I'm incredibly grateful to our Lakeville school staff and the Lakeville Police and Fire Departments for their quick, professional response to today's threat involving our schools.

Situations like this are unsettling for students, parents, staff and our entire community. I know how difficult it is for families to receive an alert involving their child's school and wait for additional information.

Please know that the safety of our students and staff is the highest priority. Our schools and public safety professionals train and prepare for situations like this, and today's response demonstrated the importance that preparation and strong coordination.

Thank you to educators, administrators, police officers, firefighters, dispatchers, bus company, and everyone who responded quickly and worked to keep our students safe.

To Lakeville parents and families, we are fortunate to have dedicated professionals looking out for our kids and our community.

[Lakeville Police @LakevillePD_MN]

**Police Investigating Anonymous Threat Involving Lakeville South High School**

There are no reported injuries or known acts of violence. Please avoid the area and do not come to the school.
Parents, students and staff should follow updates from Lakeville Area Schools.

[Lakeville South Football @LSHSCougarsFB]

Football (Varsity) Game Day! - Check out the event preview for the The Lakeville South Cougars vs The Lakeville North Panthers. It starts at 7:00 PM and is at Lakeville North High School Stadium - Track and Turf.

[Lakeville Police @LakevillePD_MN]

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery and sacrifice shown by so many.

We will never forget.

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

@MorganRapp Kicking around another idea on how to slow speeds there. More to come...

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

Update from Dakota County:

***Lakeville Roundabout Update***

Efforts are underway to improve roundabout safety at county road 50 and 185th St.

The county will be installing an interim solution - new pavement markings and mumble strips to help encourage drivers to stay in their lane within the roundabout. These mumble strips make a gentle vibration without the noise of standard rumble strips.

Installation will occur overnights on Sept. 20 and 21.

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

An American Air Force officer was shot down over Iran. Wounded and alone, with the enemy closing in, he spent 50 hours trying to survive as he waited for a rescue. For the first time, he tells his story. This Sunday on 60 Minutes.

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

SUMMER IS EXTENDED!

The weather forecast looks great for the Splash Pad at Grand Prairie Park to stay open an extra week. The Splash Pad will stay open through Sunday, September 13th so you can get a few more visits in. Daily hours are 10a.m. - dusk.

[Jason DeRusha @DeRushaJ]

Talking suburbs and Lakeville - @lukehellier here's our segment yesterday on video: https://t.co/yN5uw6Ukod

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

@andrewwagner I just took the over, so I'm good.

[Luke Hellier @lukehellier]

You're up by 35 and you keep your starting QB in the game?