Lakeside Park Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Jim
Wilson
Jim Wilson is running for mayor of Lakeside Park in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Paul Markgraf.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Paul MarkgrafIncumbent
- 02Jim WilsonYou’re reading
Background
- About
- CPA and business owner who is challenging incumbent Mayor Paul Markgraf.
- Campaign website
- www.wilson4mayor.com
On the record: Jim Wilson
6 sourced01Reasons for running1 sourced position
Said Lakeside Park can better reflect a small town where neighbors respect and listen to one another.
I’m running for mayor because I believe Lakeside Park can be a better reflection of the community we are: a small town where neighbors respect one another, listen to each other and work together.”
Own statementLINK nky · Oct 12, 2026Link
02Open government1 sourced position
as reported by LINK nky; not a direct quote
Said his first priority would be to rebuild trust and communication between City Hall and residents.
Own statementLINK nky · Oct 12, 2026Link
03Property rights1 sourced position
Said city government should respect private property rights and avoid unnecessary restrictions and litigation.
respect private property rights, be responsible with taxpayers’ money and avoid unnecessary restrictions and litigation when reasonable solutions can be found.”
Own statementLINK nky · Oct 12, 2026Link
04City finances1 sourced position
Says that, as a CPA, he will ensure every city dollar is spent wisely.
As a CPA, I understand the importance of fiscal responsibility. I will ensure that every dollar is spent wisely and that our city is managed with integrity.”
Own statementJim Wilson for MayorLink
05Backyard chickens2 sourced positions
as recorded in the council minutes; not a direct quote
Spoke at the April 2025 council meeting in favor of the ordinance to allow chickens, saying it needed a few changes.
Own statementLakeside Park City Council minutes, April 14, 2025 · Apr 14, 2025Link
Says on his campaign site that, for his family, the issue was never just about chickens.
For my family, this was never just about chickens.”
Own statementJim Wilson for MayorLink
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