Rasmussen announces resignation from board, plans move to West Coast – Albert Lea Tribune

Albert Lea 4th Ward Councilwoman Sherri Rasmussen announced Monday she will resign her council seat as she prepares to leave the state.

Sherri Rasmussen

“I’m resigning from my position because I had an opportunity on the West Coast that is just a really great opportunity for my life,” said Rasmussen, who was elected to her position in November 2022.

She said she loves being able to represent her constituents and appreciates the trust people have placed in her to serve in this position. She wished the city continued future growth.

Mayor Rich Murray thanked Rasmussen for his service and wished him well in his future endeavors.

City Manager Ian Rigg also thanked Rasmussen for his time on the council and said he appreciated that even when they disagreed, there was still some respect between them.

As a councilor, Rasmussen served on the Albert Lea Housing and Redevelopment Authority board, the Albert Lea Senior Center board and the Zoning Board of Appeals. She also served on a SMART Transit advisory board, among other responsibilities.

She grew up in Albert Lea and returned to the community in 2021 to care for her family.

City Clerk Daphney Maras said the council at its next meeting will declare a vacancy. She said she expects to have more information on how the position will be filled at that time.