McCook City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Joel
Arterburn
Joel Arterburn is running for McCook City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 3 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Joel ArterburnYou’re reading
- 02Dennis Berry
- 03Kaleb Taylor
- 04Nick Umscheid
- 05Gene WeedinIncumbent
- 06Rose Weskamp
Background
- About
- McCook YMCA board member and treasurer who helped install the downtown Norris Avenue lights. He is also on the steering committee for the YMCA remodel and expansion.
On the record: Joel Arterburn
3 sourced01City budget2 sourced positions
Said his budget priority is maintaining and improving essential infrastructure while keeping the city financially responsible.
My main goal for the city budget is maintaining and improving the essential infrastructure while ensuring that the city remains financially responsible.”
Own statementMcCook Gazette · Oct 19, 2026Link
Said he would review current spending for possible cuts, and look to state and federal grants if cuts could not be made.
I would want to review current spending and see if there are areas that we can cut some spending and cost while still maintaining and improving our budget as a whole.”
Own statementMcCook Gazette · Oct 19, 2026Link
02License plate cameras1 sourced position
Said license plate cameras can help criminal investigations but can make citizens feel their privacy is invaded; asked for transparency from other agencies on current cameras.
I believe that the use of these cameras can be beneficial for law enforcement agencies when it comes to criminal investigations, but can make citizens feel that their privacy is being invaded.”
Own statementMcCook Gazette · Oct 19, 2026Link
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