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Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

Eyota Mayor & City Council Election 2026

3 of 5 council seats are on the ballot, with 4 candidates running. Updated Oct 21, 2026. Every claim links to its source. How we check

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The candidates

Listed alphabetically by last name. Every position links to its source.

Voters choose the mayor from two candidates and two council members from two candidates; all run citywide. Two council members stay on.

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What the next council decides

01Property taxes and the 2027 budget4 sourced facts

Where it standsIn September 2026 the council set a 2027 preliminary levy of $1,176,491 and approved a preliminary budget.

What's on the tableThe final 2027 levy and budget, after a Truth in Taxation meeting on Dec. 10, 2026.

02Water and sewer rates and the sewer plant4 sourced facts

Where it standsWater and sanitary sewer rates rose for 2026, and the regional sewer district is reworking its treatment plant plan.

What's on the tableFuture utility rates and how the city pays its share of sewer plant costs.

03Street and utility rebuilding3 sourced facts

Where it standsThe 2026 street and utility project on Second Street SW and Fifth Street NE is under construction.

What's on the tableWhich streets to rebuild next and how to pay for them with bonds, assessments and taxes.

04Cannabis zoning3 sourced facts

Where it standsSince November 2025 the city's zoning code allows cannabis businesses in commercial and industrial areas, with setbacks.

What's on the tableWhether to keep or change where cannabis businesses may locate.

05E-bikes and scooters on paths3 sourced facts

Where it standsThe council approved a 15-mph speed limit on city paths and trails, and the matter was referred to the Planning Commission to put it in the city's ordinances.

What's on the tableThe final e-bike and scooter rules, including whether to limit throttle-assist e-bikes in parks.

1 note on these statements

The official candidate list shows Tyrel Clark and Tony Nelson for Mayor, and John Pittenger and Jamie Ward for Council Member (Elect 2). Minnesota Secretary of State

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  1. 1. Should Eyota raise water and sewer rates to keep reserves and bond payments covered?

  2. 2. Should Eyota borrow to rebuild streets and utilities now?

  3. 3. Where should cannabis businesses be allowed in Eyota?

  4. 4. How should Eyota handle e-bikes and scooters on paths and trails?

Seat the councilSeat the Council →Pick a winner for each open seat and see where the resulting council stands on each issue.On the recordHow the council voted8 council decisions, each member's vote side by side, with a link to the minutes.

Key dates

The seat math

2 stay (not up this year): John Chesney, Ryan Distad3 on this ballot

5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.

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