Gunnar Aas

Gunnar has lived in the Hamline Midway neighborhood since 2015 and has been active with the Hamline Midway Coalition since 2022. He currently serves on the board and the Transportation Committee, where he advocates for safer streets, better bike and transit infrastructure, and a more walkable, people-centered neighborhood. He also helps organize community cleanups and […]

Lisa Nelson, Interim Executive Director

Lisa Nelson, Interim Executive Director Lisa is an artist, block party enthusiast, mom, cargo bike rider, and also HMC’s new Interim Executive Director! She and her family have lived in the neighborhood (just one block south of the HMC border) since 2013.  Not just me… You too! See yourself as someone who wants to make […]

Jordan Jade Lerner

Jordan Jade Lerner I’ve been a proud resident of Hamline Midway for over 12 years and have owned three homes in the neighborhood—each deepening my connection to this vibrant, resilient community. I work in arts administration as an Associate Director of Visitor and Gallery Experience, with a strong commitment to accessibility, engagement, and public space. […]

Michael Malver

Michael Malver I have been involved with advocacy for the past 20 years. Primarily, it has been for people who are blind or who have low vision. Among other issues for which I have advocated are the creation of currency that has features people who are blind can touch to identify the bill’s denomination, and […]

AJ Jahnig

AJ Jahnig Howdy! I’m a longtime Midway resident who works as the Director of Operations for a local web development agency. I have over a decade of experience as a project and team manager, and believe I bring a thoughtful, action-oriented approach to problem solving. I hope to help build a more connected, inclusive neighborhood, and […]

Victoria Riechers

Victoria Riechers Victoria Riechers (she/her) joined the Hamline-Midway community in 2022. She is passionate about ending gender-based violence, community building, and queer advocacy. In her free time, she enjoyshome DIY projects, gardening, and playing with her dog, Chewy. Professionally, Victoria has over a decade of program and grant management experience, primarily working to respond to […]

Sarah Mulford

Sarah Mulford (she/her pronouns) My wife, Jess, and I are new to the neighborhood, and we already love how walkable, welcoming, and connected it feels. Having worked in the nonprofit sector for over five years, I’ve developed a strong drive to give back to the community and support those around me. Joining the board felt […]

Cara Luebke

Cara Luebke is the Public Policy Coordinator at the Child Care Aware of Minnesota Coordinating Office, where she supports early childhood advocates through leadership development and policy engagement. She holds a Master’s in Advocacy and Political Leadership and has spent significant career time in youth development. Outside of work, Cara is a devoted cat lover, […]

Stuart Orlowski

I joined the board because I’ve loved Midway ever since I moved to Saint Paul in 2014.  I now live in the neighborhood and have seen the beauty of the neighborhood and the challenges.  Midway has some of the most interesting people and homes in Saint Paul.  Hamline Park is a gem.  Transit is a cornerstone of […]