Establishing Our Future Leadership

City of Northern Incorporation Election Process and Key Dates

The November 3, 2026 election will establish the first elected Mayor and City Council for the City of Northern.

Key Election Dates

July 14, 2026

Candidate Filing Opens

Residents may begin filing for
Mayor or City Council.

July 28, 2026

Candidate Filing Closes

Filing period closes at 5:00 p.m.

 

November 3, 2026

Election Day

Polls open at Northern Town Hall
7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Candidate Filing Information

Residents interested in running for Mayor or City Council may file an Affidavit of Candidacy with the Northern Township Clerk during the official filing period.

Make sure you meet the qualifications before filing for office. Visit the Minnesota Secretary of State's website to find out more about becoming a candidate.

Candidate Filing Opens: July 14, 2026

Candidate Filing Closes: July 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Offices to be Elected:

All Mayor and City Council positions are elected at-large, meaning they represent the entire city rather than separate wards or districts.

Mayor (1 seat)

  • Term ends: January 1, 2029.

City Council (4 at-large seats)

  • Two seats will serve terms ending January 1, 2029
  • Two seats will serve terms ending January 6, 2031.

Filing Location:
Northern Town Hall
445 Town Hall Road NW
Northern Township, MN

Required Form:
Affidavit of Candidacy

Candidates Who Have Filed Their Applications

Mayor

(TOP VOTE GETTER)

      2 Year Council Seat

      (TOP 2 VOTE GETTERS)

      4 Year Council Seat

      (TOP 2 VOTE GETTERS)
      • Curt Blumhagen

      Election Day

      Election Date

      November 3, 2026

       

      Polling Location

      Northern Town Hall

      445 Town Hall Rd NW

      Voting Hours

      7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

       

      Election judges will be appointed and trained in the same manner used for previous State General Elections.

      Upcoming Election Cycles

      Future Municipal Elections Overview

      After the initial terms begin to expire, future municipal elections will be held during the November general election in even-numbered years.

      The first regular municipal election after incorporation will be held on November 7, 2028.

      After the initial transition period:

      • The Mayor will serve a two-year term.
      • City Council Members will serve four-year terms.

      Municipal elections will continue to be conducted during the November general election in even-numbered years, consistent with Minnesota law and the incorporation order.