Elizabeth brings over 25 years of experience in financial planning and management for local governments. She fulfills an integral role helping Minnesota governments and public agencies design and implement financial solutions that advance community priorities. Before joining Ehlers, Elizabeth had nine years of local government experience including working for the Minnesota State Auditor’s office and serving as the accountant and finance director for a Twin Cities suburb.
Areas of Expertise
Economic Development & Redevelopment
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- TIF District Creation & Amendment
- TIF Analysis
- TIF Reports & Compliance
- TIF Revenue Projection
- TIF & Tax Abatement Management
- Developer “Pay As You Go” Note Administration
- Strategic Long-Term Financial Planning
- Debt Fund Cash Flow Analysis
- Utility Rate Studies
- Budget Preparation Analysis
- Capital Improvement Planning
- Fiscal Impact Analysis
Special Financial Studies
- Merger / Consolidation / Annexation Impact Analysis
- Property Taxes
- Special Taxing District Calculations
- Assistance with Legislative Initiatives
Professional Affiliations & Memberships
MN Government Finance Officers Association
National Government Finance Officers Association
Education
Bachelor of Arts – Accounting, University of St. Thomas
Notable Projects
City of St Louis Park – completed a utility rate study accomplishing the community’s goal of water conservation rates while funding utility infrastructure
City of Brooklyn Park – created a long-term tax increment financial plan maximizing resources to fund the community’s affordable housing goals
TIF Reports – Annually complete more than 85 tax increment financing reports in compliance with State law