City of Lakeville
John Bermel serves as a Chaplain at Fountains at Hosanna - Ebenezer Home Care since August 2023, focusing on spiritual care for residents, families, and staff. As President of Influence International since June 2009, John leads a non-profit organization dedicated to equipping public service professionals through the Solomon 365 process, emphasizing integrity and leadership development. John has been a Council Member for the City of Lakeville since January 2021, legislating citywide policy and managing financial operations. Previously, John directed security and emergency management at Carleton College from December 2018 to August 2023, and held various leadership roles at Apple Valley Police from February 1985 to September 2018. Educational achievements include a Master of Divinity from Luther Seminary and a B.A. in Organizational Management and Communication from Concordia University-St. Paul, among others.
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City of Lakeville
Lakeville’s rich history revolves around Lake Marion, Antlers Park, the railroad and its connections to the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Lakeville has been one of the fastest growing communities in the state for many years, representing growth of nearly 30% since 2000 and has topped the most residential building permits in the metro area year over year. It is 38 square miles in size and has a population of 72,135. The City of Lakeville has established a reputation as a place with a high quality of life, easy access to jobs and excellent schools. Lakeville has an active and growing business community, with over 1,428 businesses and benefits from a strategic location along with interstate, rail and air access, both through Airlake Airport and MSP International Airport, only 15 miles from the city. Working for Lakeville includes a great benefits package which includes Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with City and employee contributions, medical, dental and life insurance, long-term disability, paid time off, 11 holidays, flexible spend account and tax deferred compensation. An arts center and a wide variety of recreational opportunities add to the quality of life enjoyed by residents. There are more than 125 miles of pedestrian and bike trails and year-round access to 1,700 acres of public open space and 68 public facilities. Median household income is over $112K and home value of $429K. The average age is 36, although it supports a community for all ages and stages of life through its housing, programs, groups and support systems. Lakeville City Council Members are elected at-large to represent the entire community and are empowered by law to legislate citywide policy. Residents are served by several departments: Administration, Economic Development, Engineering, Finance, Fire, Liquor Operations, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works, including engineering, inspections and utilities.