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Michael Burnett

Nonpartisan · Minnesota · 2026

On the November 3 ballot for Lakeville Mayor, Minnesota

Was Michael Burnett elected? The official answer comes November 19.

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What local news is reporting

Not official yetUpdated November 4, 2026

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Lakeville Mayor
Luke Hellier won the race for Lakeville Mayor, the HometownSource.com (Sun Thisweek) reported.HometownSource.com (Sun Thisweek), “Pritzlaff elected mayor in Farmington, one council incumbent each upset in Burnsville, Lakeville, Farmington”, November 4, 2026. Unofficial until certified.

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Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Requesting a moratorium on new data center developments in Lakeville pending a more transparent review process
  • Ensuring municipal candidates file the statement of economic interest required under Minnesota law
Biography

Michael Burnett is a candidate for Mayor of Lakeville. He has spent more than 20 years working on public infrastructure projects, including managing portfolios exceeding $100 million for the City of Saint Paul, per his campaign site. His work has included modernizing public libraries, upgrading energy systems and building Fire Station No. 7, per the same source.

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Lakeville MayorMinnesota · 2026

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