Her educational background has helped her advocate for people-centered public policy. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh in Urban and Regional Studies, as well as a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning.
She currently serves as Commissioner for the East Central Regional Planning Commission, Chair of the Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority, Council liaison for Parks Advisory Board and the Bike and Pedestrian Committee, She has served on various boards and commissions in the community and northeast Wisconsin. Lori was a Co-founder of the Middle Village Neighborhood Association and played a leadership role in creating other neighborhood associations since 2011.
Lori has been a resident of Oshkosh since 2008, and is married to Dr. Tony Palmeri, She has two adult children, two grandchildren, and two cats.