Ward 1
Jen Ruggless
Jen came to Montana after being born and raised in Houston, Texas. A long time Walgreens Store Manager and Certified Pharmacy Technician, her job brought her here with her Husband of 28 years to Polson 9 years ago. Recently, Jen decided to take her career to Non-Profits and left the Retail world. She now works at Mission West’s Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center in Ronan. During her time with Walgreens, she was introduced to the City Commission during Red Nose Day Fundraising where her interest in Public Service peaked. After several successful years of Red Nose Fundraising, Jen was told she had Breast Cancer. This was a fight for her life that continues today with almost 7 years in remission. Jen became close to former Commissioner Jan Howlett who encouraged her to run for City Commission. After much consideration, Jen threw her hat into the ring to take former Commissioner Marchello's seat, narrowly missing the opportunity to Jake Holley. Not disappointed, Jen continued to keep in touch with Jan. Once Jan stepped down, Jen was voted in by her now Peers and is grateful and blessed to serve the beautiful City of Polson.
In her spare time, Jen enjoys Photography and Video Gaming with her Husband. She volunteered with Cheerful Heart, a local Cancer support group, and worked to promote many Children’s Charities with Walgreens including Comic Relief, Shodair Hospitals, and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Jen’s big focus is now getting a Resort Tax for Polson to help improve the City’s failing infrastructure. Neither Republican nor Democrat, Jen prefers the middle ground and is an Independent by nature.
Jen is proud to represent the City of Polson and hopes to make it a safe, fun, and thriving Business community with a giving spirit and open arms.
Jen can be reached by email at ward1-ruggless [at] cityofpolson.com (ward1-ruggless[at]cityofpolson[dot]com) or via text message at (406)300-2230.
Term Expires: 12/31/2027
Jake Holley
This is Jake's first foray into local government. Despite being a greenhorn, he is excited to continue learning the ropes during his term, and hopeful to make a positive impact on the community of Polson at the same time.
Jake can be reached by email at: ward1-holley [at] cityofpolson.com (ward1-holley[at]cityofpolson[dot]com) or at: 406-214-7213
Term Expires: 12/31/2029
Ward 2
Lisa Rehard
Lisa can be reached by email at: ward2-rehard [at] cityofpolson.com (ward2-rehard[at]cityofpolson[dot]com)
Term Expires: 12/31/2027
Lori Schrader-Young
I was born in central Montana and mostly raised in this great state. As a teenager my family did relocate to Las Vegas Nv. so, I had to spend a few years there, but subsequently moved back to beautiful Montana as quickly as I could. My husband Scott is also a born and raised Montanan. We have laid down extensive roots not only here in Polson but also up and down the Mission Valley and beyond. I graduated with a Business degree from the Salish and Kootenai College in the early 2000’s. We own a Self-Storage business as well as a Real Estate company. I first starting working in the Land Title business and then in 2003 received my real estate Sales Person’s license. In 2016 I earned my Brokers license. I’m upmost confident that I will be able to positively contribute to the Polson City Council utilizing both my vast real estate experience as well as my experience as a long-time local business owner in this amazing community that we call home. Since 2020 I have also worked as an election judge here in Lake County and it has been such a great privilege to watch and participate in our election process first hand. In our free time my husband and I like to get out and enjoy all that Montana has to offer. Hunting, fishing, boating, skiing and long road trips across this great big beautiful state. I love going to the Montana Griz Football games with my friends. I also like to travel every chance I get, as well as read, cook and spend time with my 145# Rottweiler and bestie named Ryder. I am also blessed to have three Step Children, along with their respective families from My husband’s previous marriage. We enjoy spending time with them on Flathead Lake whenever possible. They’re all so wonderful and further make our lives complete in every way possible.
Lori can be reached by email at: ward2-schrader-young [at] cityofpolson.com (ward2-schrader-young[at]cityofpolson[dot]com)
Term Expires: 12/31/2029
Ward 3
Tracie McDonald
Tracie can be reached by email at: ward3-mcdonald [at] cityofpolson.com (ward3-mcdonald[at]cityofpolson[dot]com)
Term Expires: 12/31/2029
Carolyn Pardini
After graduating from MSU our family moved to Polson to work in education. Upon retirement I ran for the commission at the urging of my neighbors. I am most interested in building strong community by making certain that all the people in our lovely town have the opportunity to have their voices heard. I am especially interested in equity for all people in public spaces I am happy to respond to text messages to my personal phone number, 406-471-9597
Carolyn can be reached by email at: ward3-pardini [at] cityofpolson.com or at: 406-471-9597
Term Expires 12/31/2027