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Contact: Lauryn Grimes, Communications Intern
Phone 952-833-9522 • CommIntern@EdinaMN.gov • www.EdinaMN.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Finance Department Gains New Leadership
Edina, Minn., September 4, 2014 – On Thursday, Sept. 4, Edina’s longtime Finance Director John Wallin
retired after more than 30 years with the City.
“In 30 years’ time there have been a lot of changes and the City has accomplished so much,” said Wallin.
“Whether I was a direct role [in those changes] or not, to see the City lead in that fashion and do the
financing is quite an accomplishment.”
“[John] has been a major contributor to building the financial strength of our organization,” said City Manager
Scott Neal.
Eric Roggeman – formerly Assistant Finance Director – took Wallin’s place as Director and former
Accountant Kyle Sawyer is now Assistant Finance Director.
“We've got a long tradition of really solid financial management in the City,” said Roggeman. “The goal is to
make the transition as smooth as possible for everyone including residents, Council and City staff. [This
process] won't be without changes, but hopefully they will be minor and seen as positive.”
“There isn't a more fitting candidate than Eric,” said Sawyer. “He's been a great manager and a mentor for me
since I've been here; he's gotten me more involved in things. … I have learned a lot from both John and Eric.
I’m always excited for a new challenge and the opportunity to increase my learning.”
“We've taken some big steps the last couple of years as a department as far as engaging the public in financial
processes,” said Roggeman. “[Things like] the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), expanding budget
presentations, and improving and continuing a budget workshop hosted by the Citizens’ League for
engagement efforts. [We want to] expand the outreach.”
Roggeman and Sawyer both began their new duties on Friday, Sept. 5.
The City is currently in the process of seeking a new full-time Accountant in hopes of filling the position by
late-October.
For more information, please contact the Finance Department, 952-826-0366.
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