The City of Underwood operates under a commission form of government led by a president.   

  • Voters elect (at large) one president of the commission and four commissioners

  • The commission has both legislative and executive functions

  • Each commissioner is assigned one specific portfolio , such as police, public works, streets, buildings

The Underwood City Hall is located at 88 Lincoln Avenue.


City Commission

Roxanne Kapanke, President - Elected in 2024

Portfolio:  Finance, Library, Police, Public Recreation, Water Advisory

Derrick Fischer, Vice-President - Re-Elected in 2022

Portfolio:  Finance, Streets, Water/Sewer, Housing Authority

Paul Cabrera, Commissioner - Elected in 2024

Portfolio: Buildings & Grounds, Library, Police, Planning & Zoning, Water Advisory, Economic Development

Dan Saxberg, Commissioner - Elected in 2024

Portfolio:  Streets, Buildings & Grounds, Renaissance Zone

Bradley Sayler, Commissioner - Elected in 2024

Portfolio:  Water/Sewer, Housing Authority, Sales & Use Tax


City Auditor

Courtney Blotske

PH: 701-442-5481 FAX: 701-442-5482

E-mail: ctyunder@westriv.com

The Carl Bader Hall(gymnasium) and Council Room located at City Hall are available for rental. Contact the City Auditor for availability and rates.


City Water/Sewer/Streets Superintendent

Rich Hollesen


Municipal Judge

McLean County Courts

City of Underwood Attorney

David Lindell

City of Underwood Engineer

Moore Engineering

Building Permit Official

Jim Bailey