Jessica is an Economic Development Advisor on our Minnesota team and also manages Ehlers’ team of financial planning consultants. In her economic development role, Jessica assists Minnesota communities with pro forma analysis, developer roundtables, feasibility analysis for small area plans, and developer fee analysis. She also leads our Fiscal Consultants in developing long-term financial management plans, TIF management plans, and utility rate studies. Jessica is well known and highly regarded for her ability to communicate the policy implications of project financing and rate setting, helping the clients she serves make sound and objective decisions. In addition to her advisory and leadership responsibilities, Jessica serves as the Chair for Ehlers Companies’ Board of Directors.
Jessica lives in Edina with her husband. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, visiting with friends, and spending time at the family cabin.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic Long-Term Financial Planning
- Utility Rate Studies
- Capital Improvement Planning
- Development Fee Analyses
Economic Development & Redevelopment
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
- TIF District Creation & Amendment
- TIF Revenue Projection
- Developer Selection & Negotiations
- Developer Pro-Forma Analysis / But-For-Test
Licenses & Certifications
Series 50 License: Municipal Advisor Representative
Professional Affiliations & Memberships
Minnesota Government Financial Officers Association
Education
Bachelor of Science – Sociology, University of Wisconsin, Madison
Master of Business Administration – Coursework, University of St. Thomas
Community Involvement
OneVillage Partners – Volunteer