Russell Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Ryan
Biederman
Ryan Biederman is running for mayor of Russell in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Don Fraley.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Ryan BiedermanYou’re reading
- 02Don Fraley
Background
- About
- Russell City Council member and full-time social studies teacher with a master's degree in education.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Nonpartisan
Mayor Ron Simpson is not running for mayor and is running for City Council; council members Don Fraley and Ryan Biederman are running for mayor. The Daily Independent (via Yahoo News) · Jan 10, 2026
On the record: Ryan Biederman
5 sourced01Data center moratorium2 sourced positions
quoted by The Daily Independent
Said in June 2026 it was wise to pause data centers and take time to weigh the positives and negatives.
I think it's wise to put a pause and take time to make a clear decision.”
Own statementThe Daily Independent (via Yahoo News) · Jun 4, 2026Link
as reported by The Daily Independent; not a direct quote
Said at a July 2026 town hall he will not support removing the moratorium until residents confirm they are on board with the project.
Own statementThe Daily Independent (via Yahoo News) · Jul 23, 2026Link
02Data centers1 sourced position
as reported by The Daily Independent; not a direct quote
Said he is apprehensive about whether a data center would draw too much from public utilities, harm the environment or raise rates.
Own statementThe Daily Independent (via Yahoo News) · Jun 4, 2026Link
03Public input on data center rules1 sourced position
as reported by The Daily Independent; not a direct quote
Asked at the September 30, 2026 special meeting whether the council could table the data center zoning resolution to a later date.
Own statementThe Daily Independent (via Yahoo News) · Oct 2, 2026Link
04Past elections1 sourced position
Ran for Russell City Council in 2024 (won).
Own statementBranch · Nov 5, 2024Link
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