Summary
The city secretary announced candidate filing for the November election opens July 18 and closes August 17, with the mayor's seat and Places 4 and 5 on the ballot.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Saves about $5,000.
Residents interested in running for office know the filing window.
No groups are explicitly identified as harmed, though residents and city staff may see short-term uncertainty.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Sep 10, 2026
Nobody filed for the open seats, so the election is off and the unopposed candidates are certified — saving roughly $5,000.
City Council - Jun 18, 2026
The city secretary announced candidate filing for the November election opens July 18 and closes August 17, with the mayor's seat and Places 4 and 5 on the ballot.
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