What do people have to say?
2024 Endorsements
John Choi
Ramsey County Attorney
-
Tara understands we need a comprehensive approach to public safety, one that recognizes that unmet needs drive harmful behavior and we need to come together to address them. Her personal and professional experience will be a huge asset on the county board. Please join me in supporting Tara for county commissioner!
Trista Martinson
Ramsey County Commissioner District 3 & Board Chair
District 3 Falcon Heights and Saint Paul neighborhoods of Payne/Phalen, North End/South Como, Como Park, Frogtown, Hamline-Midway and St. Anthony Park.
I am excited to endorse Tara Jebens-Singh for the Ramsey County Board of Directors. Her personal and professional experience with the services we deliver will add another valuable perspective to the board. I look forward to working with her to deliver for the residents of the northern suburbs and all of Ramsey County.
Nicole Joy Frethem
Ramsey County Commissioner
District 1
Arden Hills, Gem Lake, Mounds View, North Oaks, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township, and parts of Spring Lake Park and Blaine.
Tara is truly authentic. She has a willingness to be vulnerable and to engage with and listen to people in really loving and compassionate ways. And also, she has a deep understanding of the way complex systems intersect in ways that cause challenges in the community along with opportunities for growth and change. The county is involved in all those intersecting systems that are so connected to the work that Tara has already done in her life. It is not just that she has done that work, it's the way that she has done that work, building and engaging community, leading with authenticity and integrity. I can not express my excitement enough for Tara and for all of us who are going to benefit from her leadership. Read more
Victoria Reinhardt
Ramsey County Commissioner
District 7
Maplewood, North Saint Paul, White Bear Lake
Tara Jebens-Singh and I first met while serving on the Consortium of Lake Area Senior Services together. We worked to organize support for age-friendly services such as affordable housing and accessible transportation. Tara has been an effective advocate, partner, and community connector throughout Suburban Ramsey County for years. I know Tara will do a great job representing District 1 on the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners.
Heather Gustafson
MN Senator District 36
Centerville, Circle Pines, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, Gem Lake, Vadnais Heights, Birchwood Village, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township.
Tara's commitment to mental health and community building is unmatched. She is already a pro at navigating county services and knows what needs to be done, what needs to be improved, and how to do it. She's absolutely the person we need to represent us in Ramsey County.
Mindy Greiling
Former Minnesota House Representative SD54 A&B
Roseville, LIttle Canada, St. Anthony, and Lauderdale
​
Mental Health Advocate, Past Board Chair of NAMI Ramsey County
Author of “Fix What You Can”, University of Minnesota Press. 2020
I could not be more excited about Tara Jeben-Singh serving on our Ramsey County Board! I have known, admired, and loved her like a daughter for at least thirty years, as she has excelled in multiple community roles. How fortunate we will be to have her in this vital area of government that deeply affects us, but that is too often invisible. Tara is ethical, diligent, and quick to make connections and find solutions. She has my utmost confidence and highest recommendation! As a first-time candidate, her broad knowledge of county issues is unsurpassed. My strongest endorsement goes to Tara Jebens-Singh!
Paul Gardner
Former Minnesota House Representative District 53A
A county commissioner should be someone who can make connections. County government does a lot of things, but we need leaders who can see how everything fits together, whether it is in human services, mental health, aging, transportation, climate, or public safety. Success happens when all these elements are strong, because they are all interdependent. Tara Jebens-Singh has a solid history as a community leader who knows how to make those connections. She is also curious, which means that she wants to know more about topics and the people who work on them so that they can work effectively. I'm thrilled to support Tara for her run for county commissioner!
Mike Krachmer
Mayor of Vadnais Heights
Tara Jebens-Singh’s personal experience, from the ground up, gives her a foundation of understanding that is rare and vital to county leadership. Her career has shown a deep commitment to, and compassion for the people she will serve as a Ramsey County Commissioner. As a lifelong learner she continues to expand the skills and tools she will bring to this role. Tara’s competence, energy, and authenticity, inspires me. As a manager for many years, I learned that the best candidate for any role was someone committed to our common mission and whose habits and character match the moment. Tara has been and will continue to serve the community, because that is who she is.
Christina Streiff Oji
School Board Member, White Bear Lake Area Schools
I strongly endorse Tara Jebens-Singh for Ramsey County Commissioner! I have had the honor and the pleasure of working with Tara on advocating for welcoming and equitable environments for children and families in this community. She is an amazing leader and will work hard to understand and serve her constituents!
Curtis Johnson
School Board Member, Roseville Area School District
I wholeheartedly endorse Tara Jebens-Singh for Ramsey County Commissioner. Tara is a principled leader with a proven track record of working with local, county, state, and federal agencies. She knows how to bring people together.
Erik Goebel
Vadnais Heights, Council Member
I am thrilled to endorse Tara Jebens-Singh for Ramsey County Commissioner. Tara is a thoughtful coalition builder with an extensive and impressive background in public policy, wellness, education, equity, older adult, and mental health programs spanning over 25 years, Tara has proven time and again her unwavering commitment to the well-being and progress of our community. I believe that Tara is the leader that would best serve the needs of all residents of Ramsey County and that is why I enthusiastically support her candidacy for Ramsey County Commissioner.
John Doan
Shoreview City Councilmember
Tara is a thoughtful leader and champion for age-friendly communities and accessible transportation. As the President of the Consortium of Lake Area Senior Services (CLASS) and a board member of Metro Meals on Wheels, she has fought for seniors and people with disabilities to get essential services that allow them to live independent, full lives.
Jo Emerson
Former Mayor of White Bear Lake
Past President of the League of Minnesota Cities and Mayor’s Associations
I have had the privilege of working with Tara for a number of years in her role at the White Bear Area School District. She lead the Community Forum on Seniors which increased awareness and access to transportation, housing, and at-home services. As Executive Director of NYFS, she was a partner in providing mental health, youth diversion, and senior chore services throughout COVID.
Tara has the ability to bring people and groups together to get things done. She is compassionate, a good communicator and a very hard worker. She will be a great County Commissioner. My only regret is that I don't live in her district so I could vote for her. However I realize that I, like all the residents of Ramsey County will benefit when she is elected.
Chris Knopf
Executive Director of a Nonprofit Environmental Organization
District 1 Resident from North Oaks
I'm very excited to support Tara Jebens-Singh for Ramsey County Commissioner! Tara's work experiences and volunteer service make her an ideal candidate for county commissioner. County government is on the frontlines of addressing community needs that impact people on a daily basis. Tara has a depth of understanding of how county government works. She will draw upon her past experiences to be a great public servant for the residents of Ramsey County. We are fortunate to have Tara as a candidate for county commissioner.
Statements of Support
Betty McCollum
US House of Representatives
4th District
I'm proud to support Tara Jebens-Singh for Ramsey County Commissioner in District 1. Tara's involvement with NAMI, Northeast Youth & Family Services, Consortium of Lake Area Senior Services, and countless other community service and advocacy organizations in the North Metro has provided her with valuable experience in service to others. Tara understands the important role county government plays in improving the lives of its residents. I look forward to partnering with Tara to serve the people of Ramsey County.
Kelly Moller
Minnesota House Representative, District 40A
Arden Hills, Mounds View, New Brighton, Shoreview
I am thrilled to support Tara's campaign for Ramsey County Commissioner. For years I have heard about Tara's positive contributions to our community, particularly in the area of mental health. Her experience and dedication have benefitted children, families, and seniors in Ramsey County. She will make a terrific commissioner, and I hope you will join me in supporting her.
John Marty
Minnesota Senator
District 40
Arden HIlls, Mounds View, New Brighton, Roseville, Shoreview
Tara Jebens Singh is a thoughtful, caring person who devotes her life to the well-being of others. Her leadership at Northeast Youth and Family Services and advocacy on mental health issues have been a great benefit to our Northeast Metro communities. Tara will be a wonderful Ramsey County Commissioner and I look forward to working with her.