Greg is a Senior Municipal Advisor and leads our Minnesota education team in his role as Principal. Prior to joining Ehlers, Greg worked for 19 years as a Fiscal Analyst at the Minnesota House of Representatives, serving two of them as co-controller of House operations. During that tenure, Greg specialized in education finance, including working on the original statutory language for much of the education finance system in Minnesota today.
Greg lives in Chisago City with his wife Amy and has three adult daughters. When hes not working, Greg enjoys photography, riding his motorcycle, spending time in Northern Minnesota at the family cabin and many other outdoor activities.
Areas of Expertise
Debt Planning and Issuance
- Alternative Financing Options
- Property Tax Impact Analysis
- Preparation of Information for Publication and Presentation
- Voter-Approved Building Bonds
- Maximum Effort Capital Loans
- Alternative Facilities Bonds
- Capital Facilities Bonds
- Qualified Zone Academy Bonds (QZABs)
- Cash Flow Borrowing
- Refundings
- Lease Purchases
Operating Referendum Planning and Assistance
Capital Projects Levy Assistance
Truth in Taxation Hearing Presentations
TIF & Abatement Analysis
Assistance with Legislative Initiatives
Lease Levy Approval
Long-Term Financial Planning and Capital Improvement Planning
Education
Bachelor of Science – Government (Magna Cum Laude), St. Johns University
Master of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota – Humphrey School of Public Affairs
Certifications
Series 50 License
Certified Independent Professional Municipal Advisor
Professional Affiliations & Memberships
Minnesota Association of School Business Officials
Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Minnesota School Boards Association
Community Involvement
Maranatha Assembly of God Church – Musician & Vocalist
