Ortega to seek re‑election to Ramsey County Board
Ramsey County Board Chair Rafael Ortega said Thursday he will run for re‑election in District 5, the seat he has held since 1994. The announcement comes a day after St. Paul City Council President Rebecca Noecker told supporters she plans to run for the same seat; both represent downtown St. Paul and West Seventh, areas affected by county transit and economic‑development decisions.
📌 Key Facts
- Incumbent Rafael Ortega confirmed in a written statement he will run for re‑election to Ramsey County District 5.
- St. Paul Council President Rebecca Noecker has signaled a challenge for the seat in 2026.
- Ortega cited work on helping residents in need, transit and economic development; a formal announcement to DFL delegates is expected between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.