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Erik Thorvig Named Blaine City Manager The Blaine City Council has named Erik Thorvig as the City’s next manager following a nationwide search. The council worked with Strategic Government Resources to lead the recruitment, which drew a strong pool of qualified candidates from across the country.
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“I am honored by the trust the City Council has placed in me,” Thorvig said. “Blaine is a dynamic and growing community, and I look forward to continuing to work with the council, city staff, and residents to ensure we are delivering excellent services to all.”
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Mayor Tim Sanders said Thorvig’s experience and leadership stood out during the selection process.
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A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Thorvig began his public service career with the City of Anoka before joining Blaine in 2015 as economic development coordinator. He was promoted to community development director in 2019, where he led major development projects, managed long-range planning, and built strong relationships with businesses and residents. Earlier this year, he assumed interim city manager duties, providing steady leadership during the transition.
“Erik stood out for his development expertise, commitment to customer service, exceptional communication skills, and dedication to both city employees and residents,” Sanders said. “His proven leadership makes him the ideal choice to guide Blaine forward. The council was impressed by the number and quality of candidates, and Erik’s understanding of our community and vision for the future make him an outstanding fit.” Thorvig succeeds Michelle Wolfe, who retired in July 2025 after serving as Blaine’s city manager since 2019. He will oversee the City’s day-to-day operations, including 250 employees and a general fund budget of $50 million. Thorvig’s appointment was adopted unanimously at the September 15 city council meeting, and he took the city manager oath of office on October 6.