The City administration and decision making

The highest decision-making body in Lappeenranta is the 76-member City Council (years from 2009 to 2012). The members of the Council are chosen every four years in communal elections. The Council nominates trustees to the City Board and municipal committees. The City administration leads and develops the city according to the objectives, plans and decisions set by the City Council.

Mayor of Lappeenranta

Mayor: Mr Kimmo Jarva 

Deputy Mayor: Mr Kari Korkiakoski

City Clerk: Mr Juha Willberg

Mailing address: P.O. Box 11, FIN-53101 Lappeenranta
Street address: Villimiehenkatu 1, FIN-53100 Lappeenranta
Tel.(exchange): +358 5 6161 Fax: +358 5 616 2901

Main Services

City Office
City Clerk: Mr Juha Willberg

Social Welfare and Health Services
Director of Social Welfare and Health Services: Mrs Päivi Ahonen

Technical Services
Director of Technical Services: Mr Jussi Salo

Culture Services
Director of Culture Services: Ms Päivi Parviainen

Sport and Youth Services
Director of Sport and Youth Services: Mr Ilkka Oksman

Educational Services
Director of Educational Services: Mrs Tuija Willberg