Filings close for Albert Lea City Council: 3 face challengers, 2 unopposed
City News June 3, 2026Albert Lea will hold a primary on Tuesday, Aug. 11 for the Ward 4 city council seat with three residents filing for the office: Charles Alkula, Joey Neely and incumbent Reid Olson.
On the Nov. 3 general election ballot, Mayor Rich Murray will face challenger Tiffany Fearing and Ward 2 Councilor Larry Baker will face challenger John Caucutt.
Incumbents Ted Herman filed for the Ward 3 seat and Brian Anderson for the Ward 6 seat, and both will run unopposed.
Filings closed June 2 for city council elections.
For more information, including how to register to vote, visit www.cityofalbertlea.org/election-information/.
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June 3, 2026
Media contact: Cathy Malakowsky, engagement/enrichment director, at 507-377-4316 or cmalakowsky@ci.albertlea.mn.us
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