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Mankato Mayor · Nov 3, 2026

Najwa Massad

Candidate for Mayor (incumbent)

7 candidates · 3 seats4 sourced positions

Najwa Massad, the incumbent, is running for mayor of Mankato in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Julia Hamann.

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Najwa Massad is Mankato's mayor since 2018 and a longtime restaurant and catering business owner. She previously served more than 15 years on the city's Planning and Zoning Commission, including as chair.

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Where Najwa Massad stands: positions on the record

Candidate questionnaire1 sourced position

  • Gave one shared answer to the Free Press questions on license plate cameras, the city's response to ICE and data centers, saying they involve matters before the city.

    “These questions involve matters that are currently before, or have recently been before, the city through established public processes.”

    Own statementMankato Free Press

Airport control tower1 sourced position

  • Said the Mankato Regional Airport control tower project is about safety for MSU students, at the Sept. 14, 2026 council meeting.

    “But I think this project is something that’s safety for our students that are up at MSU.”

    Own statementKEYC · Sep 15, 2026

Housing1 sourced position

  • Said she wants to continue supporting a range of housing options while making sure development is thoughtful and sustainable.

    “I want to continue that progress by supporting a range of housing options while making sure development is thoughtful and sustainable.”

    Own statementGreater Mankato Growth

Public safety1 sourced position

  • Said public safety must remain a priority as the city grows and that first responders need resources to do their jobs effectively.

    “Public safety must remain a priority as we grow.”

    Own statementGreater Mankato Growth

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