Misty lake landscape

ABOUT SUZANNE

A life built across service, business, and community

Army service, small business, community work, and a public-service timeline.

Portrait of Suzanne Erkel

A public-service timeline

2019–2022 — East Bethel City Council. City records note that Suzanne began serving on January 14, 2019. During that term she also served as a liaison to the Anoka County-Blaine Airport Commission, Parks and Planning, and participated in Personnel and Booster Day work. December 2022 City record

2023–2024 — Economic development and community work. City EDA records document Suzanne serving as a Council-appointed EDA member beginning in 2023, alongside her continuing community and regional involvement. EDA record

January 13, 2025 — Return to the City Council. Suzanne took the oath of office for a new Council term. January 2025 City Council record

Her earlier public service also includes the St. Francis Area School Board and Northeast Metro 916, experience that predates her East Bethel municipal service.

Suzanne Erkel in U.S. Army uniform

Military leadership

Suzanne retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant. Her military background included logistics and leadership responsibilities.


Independent business

Suzanne operates an independent Mary Kay business built around direct customer relationships and personal service.

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Community and public service

Her community work includes education, regional involvement, East Bethel Seniors, and municipal service.

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