Hugo City Council Ward 1 · Nov 3, 2026
Mark
Koll
Mark Koll is running for Hugo City Council Ward 1 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Becky Petryk.
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The race · City Council Ward 1
- 01Mark KollYou’re reading
- 02Becky PetrykIncumbent
Background
- About
- Retired Hugo firefighter and former owner of Neighborguy Handyman.
Tom Weidt is unopposed for mayor and David Strub is unopposed for the Ward 3 seat; Becky Petryk and Mark Koll are the two candidates for Ward 1. Minnesota Secretary of State
Mark Koll addressed the City Council on July 6, 2026 about the firefighters' relief pension; the council took no action on his comments. Hugo City Council minutes, Jul 6 2026 · Jul 6, 2026
On the record: Mark Koll
4 sourced01Growth and development1 sourced position
In the Press Publications voters' guide, said he wants to encourage new and improved businesses, especially downtown.
I would like to see Hugo continue to grow by encouraging new and improved businesses, especially in the undeveloped downtown area.”
Own statementPress PublicationsLink
02Spending oversight1 sourced position
In the Press Publications voters' guide, said he would review payments to vendors and contractors.
I would review payments made to vendors and contractors to confirm that they are meeting the terms of their contracts and delivering quality work for the community.”
Own statementPress PublicationsLink
03Parks and recreation1 sourced position
In the Press Publications voters' guide, said he would work to create a summer children's park program.
I would also work to create a summer children’s park program so that more families have access to positive, engaging opportunities for kids during the summer months.”
Own statementPress PublicationsLink
04Fire relief pension1 sourced position
Spoke to the City Council on July 6, 2026 about the $2,000 per year of service increase to the firefighters' lump-sum pension, saying he was on the Fire Department for 20 years.
Own statementHugo City Council minutes, Jul 6 2026 · Jul 6, 2026Link
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