Marshall Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Ryan
Watson
Ryan Watson is running for mayor of Marshall in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Scott Wolfersberger.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Ryan WatsonYou’re reading
- 02Scott WolfersbergerIncumbent
Background
- About
- Marshall resident who spoke during public comment at the September 8, 2026 City Council meeting.
On the record: Ryan Watson
4 sourced01Data centers1 sourced position
Called for a permanent ban on AI data centers in the 49068 ZIP code and said as mayor he would call for a vote on it.
I'm calling for a permanent ban of all AI data centers in the area code of 49068.”
Own statementLeague of Women Voters VOTE411Link
02Resident input1 sourced position
Said residents should vote on all major issues and that council meetings should include real-time back-and-forth with residents.
Voting by residents on all major issues needs to be a priority in Marshall.”
Own statementLeague of Women Voters VOTE411Link
03Public safety1 sourced position
Named crime at night as a top issue and said he wants to find out what the police department needs at night.
MPD claims they lack resources; I want to get to the bottom of this and see what they need at night to make the town safer.”
Own statementLeague of Women Voters VOTE411Link
04Historic character1 sourced position
Said he wants to preserve as many of Marshall's historic structures and traditions as possible.
I want to preserve as many structures & traditions as possible.”
Own statementLeague of Women Voters VOTE411Link
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