Development News for River Falls, Wisconsin

Allison Paige Elected River Falls Mayor, Emphasizes Collaboration and Community Well-being

Allison Paige was elected as the new mayor of River Falls, becoming the second female mayor in the town's history. She took office in April 2026 and has since been focused on studying municipal laws and preparing for her term. Paige, who was born and raised in River Falls, brings a background in healthcare administration, having served as CEO of Western Wisconsin Health for over a decade. Her mayoral platform emphasizes collaboration among various community stakeholders (city, schools, businesses, agriculture, spiritual groups) and surrounding towns to identify and resolve community-wide issues, and to envision and plan for the town's future brand and identity. She aims to build relationships to foster a strong sense of community and belonging, focusing on environmental, economic, and social sustainability.