Ruston Alderman Ward 5 · Nov 3, 2026
Galen Turner
Candidate for Alderman Ward 5
Galen Turner is running for Ruston Alderman Ward 5 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Bruce Siegmund.
Last day to register by mail, in person or at the OMV · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayGalen Turner teaches geometry and coaches swimming at Ruston High School. He served four years in Louisiana Tech's Student Government Association Senate.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- No Party
- Campaign website
- gogalenturner.com
Galen Turner's Sept. 8, 2026 Journal piece was labeled an advertorial supplied by his campaign. Lincoln Parish Journal · Sep 8, 2026
Where Galen Turner stands: positions on the record
Growth and infrastructure1 sourced position
Said Ward 5 faces infrastructure challenges including potholes, drainage and sidewalks, and that growth requires preparation.
“If we want growth in Ruston then must prepare for it and that’s what this campaign is about.”
Own statementLincoln Parish Journal · Jul 14, 2026
Direction of the city1 sourced position
Said he is running because he believes Ruston is headed in the right direction.
“I’m not running because I think Ruston is headed in the wrong direction.”
Own statementLincoln Parish Journal · Sep 8, 2026
Also running for Alderman Ward 5
- Bruce Siegmund (incumbent)
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