Apple Valley Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Clint Hooppaw
Candidate for Mayor (incumbent)
Clint Hooppaw, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Apple Valley in the Nov 3, 2026 election, unopposed.
Early in-person voting begins · Fri, Oct 16, 2026
Mayor of Apple Valley since 2021 and City Council member since 2011. He also serves on the Apple Valley Economic Development Authority and the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority.
- Campaign website
- clinthooppaw.com
Clint Hooppaw is the only candidate who filed for Mayor. City of Apple Valley
Where Clint Hooppaw stands: positions on the record
Priorities1 sourced position
Named financial strength, public safety and sustainability among his priorities.
“maintaining Apple Valley's financial strength and responsibility, supporting public safety, promoting sustainability”
Own statementHooppaw for Mayor
Housing1 sourced position
Said Apple Valley works because it focuses on a variety of housing options, among other things.
“a variety of housing options that welcome people at every stage of life”
Own statementHooppaw for Mayor
Property tax levy1 sourced position
As reported by Sun ThisWeek; not a direct quote
Said cutting the preliminary 2027 levy by another $100,000 would not change taxes much but could affect programs.
Own statementSun ThisWeek · Sep 18, 2026
Data centers1 sourced position
Read the resolution denying the comprehensive plan amendment for the Orchard Place area into the record (January 2026).
Own statementApple Valley City Council minutes, Jan 22, 2026 (in Feb 12 agenda packet) · Jan 22, 2026
Also running for Mayor
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