Washington County - Municipal Elections
Municipal elections in Arkansas involve positions within city or town governments. These offices include elected roles such as Mayor, City Council members, and City Clerk, as well as other officials who manage local governance. Municipal officials are responsible for making decisions on city services like public safety, infrastructure, zoning, and local ordinances. Municipal elections allow residents to choose leaders who will directly oversee the day-to-day operations and development of their city or town.
*Indicates an incumbent. Municipal Offices: Unopposed Candidates will not appear on the ballot, with the exception of Mayor
FAYETTEVILLE
Mayor of Fayetteville
The Mayor serves as the chief executive officer of a city or town in Arkansas. Mayors are typically elected to four-year terms (though this may vary by municipality) and are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the local government. Specific duties of the Mayor include:
Enforcing city ordinances and laws
Preparing and submitting the annual city budget to the City Council
Supervising city departments and appointing department heads
Representing the city in intergovernmental relations and public matters
Presiding over City Council meetings, although they often do not vote except to break ties
Ensuring the delivery of essential services like public safety, infrastructure, and sanitation
Additional Mayor Resources
Mayoral Candidate Forum 2 - Summary (Fayetteville Flyer)
Mayoral Candidate Forum 1 - Summaries Part 1 and Part 2 (Fayetteville Flyer)
Mayoral Candidate Forum 1 - Full Recording (Fayetteville Public Library)
Mayoral candidates answer Fayetteville Flyer questions (Fayetteville Flyer)
City Clerk/Treasurer
The City Clerk is an elected or appointed official who serves as the record keeper and administrative officer for a city or town in Arkansas. The City Clerk plays a key role in maintaining transparency and ensuring proper documentation of city government actions. Specific duties of the City Clerk include:
Maintaining and preserving official city records, such as ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Preparing agendas and distributing materials for City Council meetings
Ensuring compliance with public notice and open meeting laws
Issuing various licenses and permits as required by local ordinances
Administering oaths of office to elected and appointed officials
Managing city elections and maintaining records of voter registration and election results
Additional City Clerk Resources
City Clerk Candidate Forum (Fayetteville Public Library)
Fayetteville candidates for City Council, clerk showcase leadership qualities during forum (Northwest Arkansas Democratic Gazette)
City Clerk candidates answer Fayetteville Flyer questions (Fayetteville Flyer)
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Fayetteville City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Fayetteville Council Ward 1, Position 2
Council Member D'Andre L. Jones*
Fayetteville Council Ward 2, Position 2
Council Member Mike Wiederkehr*
Fayetteville Council Ward 3, Position 2
Council Member Sarah Bunch (Unopposed)
Fayetteville Council Ward 4, Position 2
Additional City Council Resources
Candidate Forums: (Fayetteville Public Library, Video)
Candidate Q&A (Fayetteville Flyer)
Fayetteville candidates for City Council, clerk showcase leadership qualities during forum (Northwest Arkansas Democratic Gazette)
Here are the candidates running for election in Fayetteville in 2024 (Fayetteville Flyer)
Ward 1 candidates field questions about housing, short-term rentals and the FHS parking deck (Fayetteville Flyer)
Springdale
Mayor of Springdale
The Mayor serves as the chief executive officer of a city or town in Arkansas. Mayors are typically elected to four-year terms (though this may vary by municipality) and are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the local government. Specific duties of the Mayor include:
Enforcing city ordinances and laws
Preparing and submitting the annual city budget to the City Council
Supervising city departments and appointing department heads
Representing the city in intergovernmental relations and public matters
Presiding over City Council meetings, although they often do not vote except to break ties
Ensuring the delivery of essential services like public safety, infrastructure, and sanitation
Candidates
Mayor Doug Sprouse* (Unopposed)
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Springdale Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Springdale Council Ward 1, Position 2
Springdale Council Ward 2, Position 2
Springdale Council Ward 3, Position 2
Jeff Watson (Unopposed)
Springdale Council Ward 1, Position 1
Delbert Neil Helm (Unopposed)
Springdale Council Ward 4, Position 2
Mark Fougerousse (Unopposed)
City Clerk
The City Clerk is an elected or appointed official who serves as the record keeper and administrative officer for a city or town in Arkansas. The City Clerk plays a key role in maintaining transparency and ensuring proper documentation of city government actions. Specific duties of the City Clerk include:
Maintaining and preserving official city records, such as ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Preparing agendas and distributing materials for City Council meetings
Ensuring compliance with public notice and open meeting laws
Issuing various licenses and permits as required by local ordinances
Administering oaths of office to elected and appointed officials
Managing city elections and maintaining records of voter registration and election results
Candidates
Sabra Jeffus (Unopposed)
ELKINS
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Elkins City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Elkins Council Ward 1, Position 2
Council Member Matt Francis (Unopposed)
Elkins Council Ward 2, Position 2
Mary L. Cope (Unopposed)
ELM SPRINGS
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Elm Springs City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Elm Springs Council Ward 1, Position 1
Will Schuhknecht
Elm Springs Council Ward 1, Position 2
Roberta Peters (Unopposed)
Elm Springs Council Ward 2, Position 1
Councilmember Jeannie Burks (Unopposed)
Elm Springs Council Ward 2, Position 1
Beau Brannon (Unopposed)
Elm Springs Council Ward 3, Position 1
Steve Roberts (Unopposed)
FARMINGTON
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Farmington City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Farmington Council Ward 3, Position 1
Justin Coyne
Farmington Council Ward 4, Position 1
William Loyd
GOSHEN
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Goshen City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Goshen Council Ward 2, Position 2
Shawn Mayfield (Unopposed)
Goshen Council Ward 3, Position 2
Curtis Vaughan
Treasurer/Recorder
A Recorder/Treasurer in a municipal election is an elected official who serves as both the record keeper (Recorder) and financial officer (Treasurer) for a city or town in Arkansas. This dual-role position combines responsibilities related to maintaining official city records and managing the city’s finances. Specific duties include:
Recorder Duties:
Maintaining accurate records of city ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Ensuring compliance with public records laws and providing access to official documents
Assisting with city elections and managing records of voter registration and results
Treasurer Duties:
Overseeing the city’s financial operations, including receiving and disbursing city funds
Managing the city's budget, payroll, and financial reporting
Ensuring proper accounting and auditing of city finances
Collecting taxes, fees, and other revenues on behalf of the city
GREENLAND
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Greenland City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Greenland Council Ward 1, Position 2
Council Member William Yoes (Unopposed)
Greenland Council Ward 2, Position 1
Travis Whisenhunt (Unopposed)
Greenland Council Ward 3, Position 2
Jermaine Petty (Unopposed)
Greenland Council Ward 4, Position 2
Council Member Rebecca Lawson (Unopposed)
Treasurer/Recorder
A Recorder/Treasurer in a municipal election is an elected official who serves as both the record keeper (Recorder) and financial officer (Treasurer) for a city or town in Arkansas. This dual-role position combines responsibilities related to maintaining official city records and managing the city’s finances. Specific duties include:
Recorder Duties:
Maintaining accurate records of city ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Ensuring compliance with public records laws and providing access to official documents
Assisting with city elections and managing records of voter registration and results
Treasurer Duties:
Overseeing the city’s financial operations, including receiving and disbursing city funds
Managing the city's budget, payroll, and financial reporting
Ensuring proper accounting and auditing of city finances
Collecting taxes, fees, and other revenues on behalf of the city
Candidates
Recorder Treasurer Misty McCard (Unopposed)
JOHNSON
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Johnson Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Johnson Council Ward 1, Position 2
Dan Cross
Johnson Council Ward 2, Position 2
Katherine Hudson (Unopposed)
Johnson Council Ward 3, Position 2
John Wright (Unopposed)
LINCOLN
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Lincoln Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Lincoln Council Ward 1, Position 1
Doug Moore (Unopposed)
Lincoln Council Ward 1, Position 2
Claire Bailey (Unopposed)
Lincoln Council Ward 2, Position 2
Justin Hopper (Unopposed)
Lincoln Council Ward 3, Position 2
Delbert Neil Helm (Unopposed)
Lincoln Council Ward 4, Position 1
Archie Ackley (Unopposed)
Lincoln Council Ward 4, Position 2
John D. Wood (Unopposed)
PRARIE GROVE
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Prarie Grove City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Prairie Grove Council Ward 1, Position 2
Brian Hawkins
Billy Lofton
Audrey B. Wetzel
Prairie Grove Council Ward 2, Position 2
Brandon Van Sickel
Council Member Brea Gragg*
Prairie Grove Council Ward 3, Position 2
Kyle Lewis
Prairie Grove Council Ward 4, Position 2
TONTITOWN
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Tontitown City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Tontitown Council Ward 1, Position 1
Alderman Misty Piazza (Unopposed)
Tontitown Council Ward 1, Position 2
Council Member Amber Ibarra* (Unopposed)
Tontitown Council Ward 2, Position 1
City Council Member Daniel A. Montez III
Tontitown Council Ward 2, Position 2
Larry Ardemagni (Unopposed)
Tontitown Council Ward 3, Position 1
Paul Colvin Jr.
Chad McCone
Tontitown Council Ward 3, Position 2
James Dean
Brett Arent
Chris Trout
WEST FORK
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. West Fork City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
West Fork Council Ward 1, Position 1
Don Rollins (Unopposed)
West Fork Council Ward 3, Position 1
Alderman Jeff Upton* (Unopposed)
West Fork Council Ward 4, Position 1
Alderman Jan Throgmorton* (Unopposed)
WINSLOW
City Council
City Council members serve as the legislative branch of a city or town government in Arkansas and play a crucial role in shaping the direction of the city by creating laws, setting policies, and ensuring that the municipal government operates effectively and transparently. Winslow City Council Members serve four-year terms while working alongside the Mayor to manage city affairs, with specific duties including:
Passing city ordinances and resolutions
Approving the city budget and overseeing city finances
Setting local policies and regulations for public safety, zoning, and development
Addressing constituent concerns and representing the interests of their district or ward
Reviewing and approving city contracts and agreements
Working with the Mayor and city departments to ensure efficient delivery of city services.
Candidates
Winslow Council Ward 1, Position 1
Jerry Kidder (Unopposed)
Winslow Council Ward 1, Position 2
Daniel Dean (Unopposed)
Winslow Council Ward 2, Position 1
Cory Duncan
Kymberlon Clark
Winslow Council Ward 2, Position 2
Ken Stout (Unopposed)
Winslow Council Ward 3, Position 1
David Holcomb (Unopposed)
Winslow Council Ward 3, Position 2
Ryan Center (Unopposed)
Recorder/Treasurer
A Recorder/Treasurer in a municipal election is an elected official who serves as both the record keeper (Recorder) and financial officer (Treasurer) for a city or town in Arkansas. This dual-role position combines responsibilities related to maintaining official city records and managing the city’s finances. Specific duties include:
Recorder Duties:
Maintaining accurate records of city ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Ensuring compliance with public records laws and providing access to official documents
Assisting with city elections and managing records of voter registration and results
Treasurer Duties:
Overseeing the city’s financial operations, including receiving and disbursing city funds
Managing the city's budget, payroll, and financial reporting
Ensuring proper accounting and auditing of city finances
Collecting taxes, fees, and other revenues on behalf of the city
Candidates
Ann Tomlinson Malkie (Unopposed)
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