Kaohly Her was officially sworn in as St. Paul’s mayor, marking a new chapter in city leadership and becoming the first Hmong American to hold the office.
Her’s swearing-in follows a historic election and comes at a time of significant challenges and opportunities for the city, including downtown revitalization, public safety, housing affordability and infrastructure investment. In remarks following the ceremony, Her emphasized collaboration, equity and rebuilding trust between city government and residents.
City leaders, community members and state officials attended the event, celebrating Her’s rise as a milestone for representation and civic engagement in St. Paul. Her previously served as a State Representative, where she focused on economic development, housing and neighborhood investment.
As mayor, Her said she plans to prioritize inclusive growth and community-driven solutions, stressing that progress must benefit residents in every ward. She also highlighted the importance of listening to historically underrepresented communities.
Her begins her term with a pledge to work closely with the City Council, local partners and residents to address pressing issues while shaping a long-term vision for the city’s future.
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