Belle Plaine City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Nelson
Ladd
Nelson Ladd is running for Belle Plaine City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 4 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Sarah Duklet
- 02Nelson LaddYou’re reading
- 03Brent Shaughnessy
- 04Shane TheasIncumbent
Background
- About
- Nelson Ladd was Belle Plaine's Community Education and Recreation Director from 1985 to 2015. He holds a degree from Mankato State University in recreation, parks and community education.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Nonpartisan
On the record: Nelson Ladd
2 sourced01City budget and levy2 sourced positions
as printed by the Henderson Independent
Says his top priority would be fiscally responsible decisions that use taxpayer dollars wisely.
If elected, my top priority will be making sound, fiscally responsible decisions that use taxpayer dollars wisely while protecting the quality of life that makes our community so strong.”
Own statementHenderson Independent · Aug 10, 2026Link
as printed by the Henderson Independent
Says he would strengthen fiscal responsibility while keeping city services at their current quality.
My priority would be strengthening fiscal responsibility while maintaining the quality services residents expect.”
Own statementHenderson Independent · Aug 10, 2026Link
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