St. Paul mayor‑elect Her names transition team
St. Paul Mayor‑elect Kaohly Vang Her announced her transition team on Nov. 20, appointing Erica Schumacher and Hnu Vang as co‑leaders to help select department heads and senior City Hall staff. The team also includes Nick Stumo‑Langer as transition advisor, Matt Wagenius as communications director/press secretary, and Bridget Hajny as scheduler/office manager; Her resigned her state House seat earlier this week following her Nov. 4 victory.
📌 Key Facts
- Co‑leaders: Erica Schumacher (Ramsey County Attorney’s Office; former St. Paul Neighborhood Initiatives director) and Hnu Vang (Her’s campaign manager; former staff for Rep. Angie Craig, Rep. Dean Phillips, Sen. Foung Hawj, Rep. Ryan Winkler)
- Additional roles: Nick Stumo‑Langer (transition advisor), Matt Wagenius (communications director/press secretary), Bridget Hajny (scheduler/office manager)
- Purpose: guide selection of department leaders and top City Hall staff; Her resigned her House seat on Monday after winning the Nov. 4 mayoral race (48% to Carter’s 45% after RCV reallocation)