Brooklyn Center Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Alexander Koenig
Candidate for Mayor
Alexander Koenig is running for mayor of Brooklyn Center in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Teneshia Kragness.
Early voting ends · Mon, Nov 2, 2026
Chair of the Brooklyn Center Planning Commission and Rotary Club president. He lists real estate and mortgage experience and nearly 10 years on the Planning Commission.
Alexander Koenig was invited to the League of Women Voters candidate forum on September 8 but did not participate. Sun Post
Where Alexander Koenig stands: positions on the record
Property taxes and budget1 sourced position
Says his immediate goal as mayor would be restoring fiscal discipline while maintaining public safety and essential services.
“My immediate goal would be to restore greater fiscal discipline while maintaining strong public safety and essential city services.”
Own statementSun Post
Tax base1 sourced position
Says his four-year goal is a substantially stronger tax base through redevelopment and business investment.
“substantially strengthen Brooklyn Center’s tax base through strategic redevelopment and business investment”
Own statementSun Post
Staffing and budget1 sourced position
Says staff reductions alone are not a sustainable long-term financial strategy and the city cannot simply cut its way to financial strength.
“Staff reductions alone are not a sustainable long-term financial strategy.”
Own statementSun Post
Development1 sourced position
Says he would prioritize development that strengthens the tax base, creates quality employment and brings lasting value.
“I would prioritize development that strengthens Brooklyn Center’s tax base, creates quality employment, and brings lasting value to the community.”
Own statementSun Post
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