Coon Rapids has been my home for all of my life and I am dedicated to making it the best place to live, raise a family, and to own a business. I grew up here, I went to school here, I am raising my children here. Know that every decision I make will be one that I myself will have to abide by for the long haul.
I believe in transparency, equity, simplicity, and efficiency within our local government. Citizens should know what is going on in their local community, who is making those decisions, and why those decisions are being made. City processes and ordinances should be easy to follow and understand for every homeowner and business in the city. Everyone wants to do the right thing, we need to ensure that it isn’t hard to do so.
Background
Civic Representation
Since January 2017, I have served on the Transportation Advisory Board to the Metropolitan Council as a Citizen Representative (District E), and a member of the Executive Committee, representing the citizens of 26 cities in the metropolitan area and the majority of Anoka County. This board directs federal investments in our local roads, trails, and mass transit which directly serve our communities. It’s here that I have helped bring dollars to Coon Rapids, as well as our neighbors in Anoka County to help make our transportation system safe, to improve our bridges like Foley and Hanson, and to keep the everything else in good repair.
Local Engagement
In January 2019, I was appointed to the Coon Rapids Planning Commission where I have advocated for continued development within the city. From a small home business to large apartment complexes, growth and renewal is the key to the long term well being of our city. I have helps guide development within the city to bring more single family homes, townhomes, apartments, business expansions, and even the new fire station #3 by Anoka Ramsey Community College.
Equity Work
In my time on both the Coon Rapids Planning Commission and the Transportation Advisory Board to the Metropolitan Council, I have worked to further equity in both the metro region and in Coon Rapids. Workforce housing, transit oriented development, and investments in under served communities have all been a focus of mine in these roles and I have been able to make improvements at each step of the process. I will work to ensure that everyone has equitable access and opportunity to live in our city, to work in our city, to volunteer in our city, and to enjoy the city’s many amenities. I want to make sure that everyone who wants to work in Coon Rapids can afford to live in Coon Rapids.
Professional Experience
Working for a large multinational corporation as an auditor and IT security specialist has given me the tools and skills I need to understand the complex rules and polices that come with leading a city. Like most jobs, teamwork is the key to success and effective teamwork starts with communication. I believe that talking with citizens, staff, and business owners is the key to seeing our growing city continue to thrive and develop.
“Everyone wants to do the right thing, we need to ensure that it isn’t hard to do so.”
– Christopher Geisler
for Coon Rapids City Council Ward 4
Geisler For Coon Rapids City Council 