Jennifer Kimpel for Rolla City Council - Ward 3

04/08/2026

While tonight wasn’t the outcome I hoped for, I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity. It was such an exciting experience to take a step deeper into local government.
To my kids, friends, and family—thank you for the takeout nights, the long hours, and your patience while I poured myself into this. I couldn’t have done it without you.
To everyone who engaged along the way—through canvassing, questions, conversations, encouragement, having signs in your yard, donations, and support—thank you.
Every one of those moments helped refine my voice, challenge my thinking, and strengthen my sense of why I chose to step forward in the first place.
Someone in my life once described me as a force. During this campaign, I’ve come to see that not as pressure, but as presence—showing up, listening, and staying committed to what matters.
Thank you for your support, your time, and your voice.

04/07/2026

I voted ✔️
No matter how today goes, I’m really grateful for the conversations and connections along the way—and for all the support, encouragement, and all the people that knocked on doors and supported the campaign, even by talking about it.

Polling location for Rolla Ward 3 is the Rolla Bible Church.
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03/30/2026

I’ve spent most of March knocking on doors in ward 3, walking neighborhoods, and having some really good conversations around town.
I’m still out and around this week before the election—so if you’d like me to stop by for a quick chat, just let me know. ❤️

Rolla local municipal election: april 7th

Ward 3 voting location:
Rolla Bible Church 1801 E 10th St Rolla, MO 65401

Rolla city council:
https://www.rollacity.org/government/city_council.php

03/24/2026

Sharing the survey for RPS as well.

We kindly request your input through our annual climate and culture survey! Your thoughts and ideas are imperative to the success of our schools and planning efforts. Please use the following link to share your feedback with us prior to Friday, May 1, 2026.

https://rolla31.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Xi2ftuRK60w2WO

If you are a parent or guardian of currently enrolled students at Rolla Public Schools, please use the link you received via email, text, and ParentSquare last week.

03/24/2026

I happened to see this in my reel.
Please take the time to fill out and share your thoughts about Rolla:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1aHHZQQS7L/

The City of Rolla is conducting a community survey to receive input into the process of reimagining the Centre’s indoor aquatic space (natatorium).

Information on how the indoor aquatic space (natatorium) can be redeveloped can be found on the City’s website at https://rollacity.gov/_T13_R50.php.

Two Community Input Meetings have been scheduled to gather feedback from residents, regarding the options presented to Council at the March 16th meeting. See link above for the slide presentation depicting the different options. You can also watch the presentation on our You Tube Channel. The presen...

03/24/2026

🗳 Today, March 24, Tuesday is the first day to vote early with "No excuse" in the Phelps County Municipal election. Never done this before? Here's how you do it: Go to the Phelps County Courthouse. It's at 200 N. Main. It's walkable from campus or downtown Rolla.
Go in the main door and through the security scanner. Then, go to your right on the same floor as the main entrance and into the County Clerk's office.
Let them know at the counter that you want to vote. They will ask to see your ID (you need a MO Driver's or non-Driver's License, passport, or military ID). You will have to verify your address and they will give you your ballot.
NOTE: in order to do this, you already have to be registered to vote. If you don't know for sure if you are registered, go to: https://www.phelpscounty.org/directory/county-clerk/elections/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQvbI5jbGNrBC9siGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHsrBesYhosYA-YdWZzL1VbUERtWLPeksZ4IMWzFRURz0DWlfIfAyMWY9HIs-_aem_NaCw56IaNKO5PeowQHm9og

03/21/2026

Phelps County Focus article about the local candidates for the upcoming election on Apr 7th.

Information about the election can be accessed at the county clerk’s website: https://www.phelpscounty.org/directory/county-clerk/elections/

Among the information at that site are these dates and times:
ABSENTEE VOTING IN PERSON: February 24th - April 6th M-F 8 am - 4:30 pm and Saturday, April 4th 8 am to Noon

ABSENTEE VOTING BY MAIL: applications available on the website, (phelpscounty.org, under elections) or in our office. Ballots cannot be mailed after March 25, which is this coming Wednesday.

All but one of the candidates in the Rolla city election April 7 responded to questionnaires mailed to them by Phelps County Focus.

03/17/2026

Health Fair March 19,9-2 pm. Lots of Vendors.

03/17/2026

This is a great page for city council meeting notes and other rolla government news.

02/23/2026

02/16/2026

Hi, Im Jennifer Kimpel and Im running for Rolla City Council Ward 3.
I grew up in Success, Missouri and have lived in Rolla since 2009. I have three kids, a full calendar, and a life that—like most people’s—doesn’t fit neatly into a paragraph.
Professionally, I started my career in healthcare, earning my nursing education at Texas County Technical Institute, where I graduated in 2005. Working in healthcare taught me early on what responsibility really looks like — showing up, listening, and making decisions that affect real people, often in high-pressure situations.
Today, I work in healthcare education, helping people learn complex systems and do their jobs well in the real world. That work has reinforced the importance of clear communication, listening to those doing the work, and understanding the effects of decisions made at the top.
Outside of work, I’m a mom, a volunteer, and a community member who believes that showing up matters — even when it’s inconvenient or uncomfortable. I care about this town not as an idea, but as a place where people live, work, raise kids, and try to build something stable.
I don’t believe leadership is about having all the answers. I believe it’s about asking better questions, listening carefully, and being willing to change course when the facts — or the people — tell you to.
I’m here because I want a city government that feels accessible, thoughtful, and grounded.
Before getting involved in city council, I’ll be honest — I didn’t know who my council representative was, how often council met, or the best way to reach them. That realization stuck with me. If I didn’t know, I knew I probably wasn’t alone.
That’s part of why accessibility and communication matter so much to me. City government shouldn’t feel distant or hard to navigate. I want people in my ward to know who represents them, how to reach me, and to feel like their questions and concerns matter.
If you have questions, comments, concerns, or would like to get involved please message me or you can also reach me at [email protected].