Matthew joined Ehlers in 2018 as a Municipal Advisor with our Education Finance Team. He has worked directly with Minnesota school districts since 2005, most recently serving as the Director of Finance and Operations for Fridley Schools. Matthew has specialized expertise in finance leadership, financial planning and operations management.
Matthew lives in White Bear Lake with his wife and kids. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his family fishing, camping, and anything in the outdoors.
Areas of Expertise
Debt Issuance & Management
- Alternative Financing Options
- Property Tax Impact Analysis
- Voter-Approved Building Bonds
- Maximum Effort Capital Loans
- Facilities Maintenance Bonds
- Capital Facilities Bonds
- Cash Flow Borrowing
- Refundings
- Lease Purchases and Certificates of Participation
- Abatement Bonds
Bond Referendum Planning and Support
Operating Referendum Planning and Support
Capital Projects Levy Assistance
Truth in Taxation Hearing Presentations
TIF and Abatement Analysis
Assistance with Legislative Initiatives
Lease Levy Approval
Long-Term Financial Planning and Capital Improvement Planning
School Finance
Certifications
Series 50 License: Municipal Advisor Representative
Professional Affiliations & Memberships
Minnesota Association of School Board Officials
Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Education
Bachelor of Science – Business Administration, Accounting, Creighton University
Master of Business Administration, St. Cloud State University
