Tuesday: Voters to decide 5 of 7 council seats

City News October 30, 2026

Albert Lea voters will decide on the following city council seats in the general election on Nov. 3:

• Mayor Rich Murray will face challenger Tiffany Fearing.
• Ward 2 Councilor Larry Baker will face challenger John Caucutt.
• With Ward 4 Councilor Reid Olson deciding to step down at the end of his term in December, voters will decide between Charles Alkula and Joey Neely.
• Incumbents Ted Herman and Brian Anderson are running unopposed for the Ward 3 and Ward 6 seats, respectively.

What’s on your ballot? Where do you vote? How do you register? Visit the Secretary of State website.

How can you learn more about the candidates?

• Visit the local Chamber of Commerce nonpartisan voter guide
• Read the Albert Lea Tribune election guide