Anoka County Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026
76 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot across 49 Anoka County races, led by the Anoka County Commissioner, District 3 contest.
County offices
Commissioner, District 3Nonpartisan race · Melissa "Mel" Lawlis · Jeff Reinert
Melissa "Mel" Lawlis and Jeff Reinert are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner, District 3.
Melissa "Mel" Lawlis Nonpartisan
- Spending every taxpayer dollar wisely and responsibly
- Public safety as the foundation of a strong county
- Practical fixes for roads, bridges and transportation systems
Per the campaign site.
About Melissa "Mel" Lawlis
Fraud prevention worker for Anoka County Human Services, part of 27 years with the department, per her campaign site. She describes a campaign built on integrity, professionalism and civility.
Jeff Reinert Nonpartisan Incumbent
- Preserving quality of life and low crime in the district
- Letting cities and townships set their own voter registration methods
- Keeping the county's non-sanctuary status on immigration enforcement
Per the campaign site.
About Jeff Reinert
Jeff Reinert has served as an Anoka County commissioner for more than 20 years, per the campaign site. He is a former mayor of Lino Lakes and previously served on the Mercy Hospital/Allina Health Foundation board of directors, per the campaign site.
August 11 primary result: Jeff Reinert (47.19 percent) and Melissa "Mel" Lawlis (43.06 percent) advanced to the November 3 ballot; Kevin Ryan was eliminated, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified results. Three candidates filed for this seat covering Lino Lakes, Centerville, Circle Pines, Columbus, Lexington, Linwood and eastern Blaine, and the August 11 nonpartisan primary narrows the field to the two who advance to the November 3 ballot.
Full race pageCommissioner, District 4Nonpartisan race · Jennifer (Jenny) Geisler · Jerry Koch
Jennifer (Jenny) Geisler and Jerry Koch are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner, District 4.
Jennifer (Jenny) Geisler Nonpartisan
- Collaboration to break through gridlock
- Using auditor expertise to detect fraud and protect taxpayer dollars
- Modernizing county services and infrastructure
Per the campaign site.
About Jennifer (Jenny) Geisler
Geisler has worked as an internal auditor and IT consultant, and has served 10 years on the Coon Rapids City Council along with the city's planning and economic development commissions, per the campaign site. She has lived in Coon Rapids for 43 years, per the campaign site.
Jerry Koch Nonpartisan
- Opposes any effort to defund or undermine police and supports full funding for law enforcement
- Wants to hold the line on property tax increases while prioritizing roads and public safety
- Wants to maintain county roads and bridges while planning for District 4 population growth
Per the campaign site.
About Jerry Koch
Coon Rapids mayor who did not seek reelection to that office, per the ABC Newspapers voter guide. He did not respond to the ABC Newspapers voter guide questionnaire, so no platform statement in his own words is available.
August 11 primary result: Jerry Koch (44.34 percent) and Jennifer (Jenny) Geisler (40.71 percent) advanced to the November 3 ballot; Michael Nordstrom was eliminated, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified results. Three candidates filed for this open Coon Rapids area seat being vacated by board chair Scott Schulte, and the August 11 nonpartisan primary reduces the field to the two who advance to the November 3 ballot.
Full race pageCommissioner District 1Nonpartisan race · Wayne J. Grimmer · John Heinrich
Wayne J. Grimmer and John Heinrich are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 1.
Wayne J. Grimmer Nonpartisan
Wayne J. Grimmer appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 1, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026; the Secretary of State's candidate filing is the only verifiable source for Wayne J. Grimmer.
John Heinrich Nonpartisan Incumbent
- Economic freedom: lower taxes and limited government intervention to support business growth
- Support for national security and law enforcement personnel
- Upholding community values through conservative, free-market principles
Per the campaign site.
About John Heinrich
John Heinrich is a Marine Corps veteran who served two tours in Iraq and later represented District 35A in the Minnesota House, per his campaign site. He won a 2024 special election for Anoka County Commissioner, District 1, per the Minnesota Legislators database, and is a longtime Anoka resident and businessman.
2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 1, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings.
Full race pageCommissioner District 2Nonpartisan race · Regan Birr · Brian Kirkham
Regan Birr and Brian Kirkham are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 2.
Regan Birr Nonpartisan
- Clear budgets, transparent decisions, and measurable outcomes
- Fiscally responsible county board decisions that keep housing and quality of life affordable
- Collaborating with community and government partners to deliver services effectively
Per the campaign site.
About Regan Birr
Regan Birr is an engineer, nonprofit leader, and small business owner running for Anoka County Commissioner in District 2, per the campaign site. She founded the Lupus Research Foundation after being diagnosed with lupus, per the campaign site.
Brian Kirkham Nonpartisan
- Limiting property tax increases
- Continuing Highway 65 frontage road improvements to reduce congestion and improve safety
- Supporting law enforcement and public safety resources
Per the campaign site.
About Brian Kirkham
Brian Kirkham appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 2, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026; the Secretary of State's candidate filing is the only verifiable source for Brian Kirkham.
2 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Commissioner District 2, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings.
Full race pageSheriffNonpartisan race · Brad Wise
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Brad Wise Nonpartisan Incumbent
Brad Wise is the 18th Sheriff of Anoka County, serving since 2023 after a career as Coon Rapids Police Chief, per the county's official bio page. He is seeking reelection in 2026. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026.
Brad Wise is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Sheriff, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings (Minnesota prints unopposed county races).
Full race pageAttorneyNonpartisan race · Brad Johnson
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Brad Johnson Nonpartisan
- Prosecuting felony cases with a multi-year criminal justice plan
- Bringing private legal experience combined with local board and council service
- Fiscal responsibility and accountability to taxpayers
Per the campaign site.
About Brad Johnson
Brad Johnson is an Anoka County native and felony prosecutor with more than 24 years in practice, including child protection law, per the campaign site. He served eight years on the Coon Rapids City Council and on the Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council, per the campaign site.
Brad Johnson is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Attorney, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings (Minnesota prints unopposed county races).
Full race pageJudges
Judge, District 10, Seat 38Nonpartisan race · Ben Lacy · Rebecca A. Waxse
Ben Lacy Nonpartisan
- Maintaining humanity in the judicial system
- Giving every person clear reasoning for decisions regardless of outcome
Per the campaign site.
About Ben Lacy
Lacy is a criminal law attorney who worked as a law clerk and criminal prosecutor at the Washington County Attorney's Office, per the campaign site. Lacy has served for six years as Managing Attorney at Tubman, a domestic violence advocacy organization, per the campaign site.
Rebecca A. Waxse Nonpartisan
- Fair and impartial application of the law
- Serving all eight counties in the district
Per the campaign site.
About Rebecca A. Waxse
Rebecca Waxse is an attorney based in Stillwater who practices in the 10th Judicial District, per the campaign site.
Rebecca A. Waxse and Ben Lacy advanced from the August 11 nonpartisan primary with about 46 and 36 percent districtwide, eliminating Mack Guptil, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified results; the top two meet on the November 3 ballot.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 1Nonpartisan race · Juanita C. Freeman
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Juanita C. Freeman Nonpartisan
Juanita C. Freeman is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Washington County District Court on Nov. 13, 2018, by Governor Mark Dayton and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously a senior assistant Hennepin County attorney in the adult prosecution and child protection divisions, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Juanita C. Freeman is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 2Nonpartisan race · Carrie A. Doom
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Carrie A. Doom Nonpartisan
Carrie A. Doom is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 2, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Carrie A. Doom is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 4Nonpartisan race · Suzanne M Brown
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Suzanne M Brown Nonpartisan
Suzanne M Brown is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court on August 19, 2019, and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously senior attorney and criminal division head at the Scott County Attorney's Office, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Suzanne M Brown is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 6Nonpartisan race · Stoney L. Hiljus
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Stoney L. Hiljus Nonpartisan
Stoney L. Hiljus is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Pine County District Court on April 9, 2012, by Governor Mark Dayton and elected in 2014 and 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously city attorney for Coon Rapids and city administrator for Cambridge, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Stoney L. Hiljus is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 7Nonpartisan race · Viet-Hanh Winchell
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Viet-Hanh Winchell Nonpartisan Incumbent
Judge Viet-Hanh Winchell was appointed to the Tenth Judicial District bench by Governor Tim Walz on May 13, 2024, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. She earned her J.D. from Hamline University School of Law and previously worked as a solo practitioner and as court-appointed counsel in child protection and guardianship cases. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.
Viet-Hanh Winchell is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 8Nonpartisan race · Laura A. Pietan
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Laura A. Pietan Nonpartisan
Laura A. Pietan is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Washington County District Court Feb. 4, 2019, by Governor Mark Dayton and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously deputy city attorney and senior assistant city attorney for the City of St. Paul, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Laura A. Pietan is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 9Nonpartisan race · Sheridan Hawley
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Sheridan Hawley Nonpartisan Incumbent
Judge Sheridan Hawley was appointed to the Tenth Judicial District bench by Governor Mark Dayton on May 24, 2012, and was elected in 2014 and 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. He earned his J.D. from the University of California Hastings College of Law and previously worked in the Tenth Judicial District Public Defender's Office and the Kanabec County Attorney's Office. No campaign website was found as of September 27, 2026.
Sheridan Hawley is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 14Nonpartisan race · Justin Collins
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Justin Collins Nonpartisan
Justin Collins is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court on September 23, 2024, by Governor Tim Walz, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant public defender in the Tenth Judicial District and an assistant county attorney in Washington and Anoka counties, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Justin Collins is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 15Nonpartisan race · Thomas Robert Lehmann
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Thomas Robert Lehmann Nonpartisan
Thomas Robert Lehmann is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court on July 2, 2018, by Governor Mark Dayton and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously a shareholder at Eckberg Lammers P.C. and owner and partner attorney at Lehmann & Lutter, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Thomas Robert Lehmann is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 17Nonpartisan race · Patrick W. Flanagan
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Patrick W. Flanagan Nonpartisan
Patrick W. Flanagan is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Washington County District Court by Governor Mark Dayton on February 21, 2018, and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously operated the Flanagan Law Office and served as elected Mower County Attorney from 2003 to 2006, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Patrick W. Flanagan is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 19Nonpartisan race · Tricia Loehr
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Tricia Loehr Nonpartisan
Tricia Loehr is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court on Jan. 13, 2025, by Governor Tim Walz, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant county attorney in Washington and Dakota counties, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Tricia Loehr is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 22Nonpartisan race · Melissa Saterbak
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Melissa Saterbak Nonpartisan
Melissa Saterbak is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court by Governor Tim Walz on Sept. 30, 2019, and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant Anoka County and Mille Lacs County attorney, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Melissa Saterbak is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 23Nonpartisan race · Catherine (Kate) McPherson
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Catherine (Kate) McPherson Nonpartisan
Catherine (Kate) McPherson is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Wright County District Court Nov. 9, 2011, by Governor Mark Dayton and elected in 2014 and 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant county attorney and head of operations for the Anoka County Attorney's Office, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Catherine (Kate) McPherson is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 24Nonpartisan race · Karin L. McCarthy
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Karin L. McCarthy Nonpartisan
Karin L. McCarthy is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court by Governor Mark Dayton on Feb. 5, 2018, and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant Washington County attorney and staff attorney for Tubman, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Karin L. McCarthy is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 28Nonpartisan race · Karen B. Schommer
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Karen B. Schommer Nonpartisan
Karen B. Schommer is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court by Governor Mark Dayton on Nov. 26, 2018, and elected in 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously deputy criminal chief for major crimes at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Minnesota, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Karen B. Schommer is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 29Nonpartisan race · Jacob Fischmann
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Jacob Fischmann Nonpartisan
Jacob Fischmann is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Kanabec County District Court by Governor Tim Walz on September 3, 2025, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant Minnesota attorney general and senior assistant Hennepin County attorney, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Jacob Fischmann is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 32Nonpartisan race · Elizabeth H. Strand
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Elizabeth H. Strand Nonpartisan
Elizabeth H. Strand is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed Chief Judge of the Wright County District Court by Governor Mark Dayton on Sept. 10, 2012, and elected in 2014 and 2020, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously a prosecuting attorney for the cities of Annandale and Buffalo, Minnesota, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Elizabeth H. Strand is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 38Nonpartisan race · Ben Lacy · Rebecca A. Waxse
Ben Lacy Nonpartisan
Ben Lacy is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 38, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Rebecca A. Waxse Nonpartisan
Rebecca A. Waxse is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 38, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Ben Lacy and Rebecca A. Waxse are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for this seat. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 43Nonpartisan race · Heather Pipenhagen
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Heather Pipenhagen Nonpartisan
Heather Pipenhagen is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Sherburne County District Court Nov. 6, 2024, by Governor Tim Walz, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously an assistant county attorney in Dakota and Washington counties, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Heather Pipenhagen is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageJudge, Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court, Seat 45Nonpartisan race · Jennifer D. Peterson
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Jennifer D. Peterson Nonpartisan
Jennifer D. Peterson is a judge of the Minnesota 10th Judicial District Court. Appointed to the Anoka County District Court by Governor Tim Walz on October 14, 2024, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Previously a Tenth District public defender serving Sherburne, Chisago, Anoka and Washington counties, per the Minnesota Judicial Branch. No campaign website was found as of September 25, 2026.
Jennifer D. Peterson is the only name on the ballot for this seat; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected, so the race is on the November 3, 2026 ballot but is not contested. Minnesota's 10th Judicial District covers Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington and Wright counties; judges are elected at large across the whole district, so every voter there, not just voters in one county, votes on this seat. Minnesota judicial elections are nonpartisan and decided by plurality, with no runoff. Listed from the Secretary of State's certified general-election candidate table.
Full race pageDistricts and boards
Soil and Water Supervisor District 2Nonpartisan race · Jim Lindahl
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Jim Lindahl Nonpartisan Incumbent
Jim Lindahl appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Soil and Water Supervisor District 2, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026; the Secretary of State's candidate filing is the only verifiable source for Jim Lindahl.
Jim Lindahl is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Soil and Water Supervisor District 2, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings (Minnesota prints unopposed county races).
Full race pageSoil and Water Supervisor District 3Nonpartisan race · Glenda Meixell
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
Glenda Meixell Nonpartisan Incumbent
Glenda Meixell serves on the Anoka County Soil and Water Conservation District board representing District III, per the district's website. No campaign website was found as of September 6, 2026.
Glenda Meixell is the only candidate on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Anoka County Soil and Water Supervisor District 3, per the Minnesota Secretary of State's candidate filings (Minnesota prints unopposed county races).
Full race pageBy address
These seats are elected by district; only the district covering your address is on your ballot.
Anoka County is split across 20 Minnesota Senate and House districts.
Find your districts by addressMinnesota Senate: 8 districtsDistricts 27, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 39
Minnesota Senate District 27Andrew Mathews (R) · Brandon Van Dover (D)
Andrew Mathews Republican Incumbent
Andrew Mathews is the sitting Republican senator for Minnesota Senate District 27, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory.
Brandon Van Dover Democratic-Farmer-Labor
Brandon Van Dover is the DFL candidate for Minnesota Senate District 27, challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Andrew Mathews, per Hometown Source. The district covers Sherburne County and parts of Mille Lacs County, including Princeton. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Andrew Mathews (Republican), Brandon Van Dover (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 27; Andrew Mathews is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 30Eric Lucero (R) · Leah Temple (D)
Eric Lucero Republican Incumbent
Eric Lucero has served in the Minnesota Senate since 2022, representing District 30, after four terms in the Minnesota House beginning in 2014, per the Minnesota Senate. Lucero serves as ranking minority member on the Housing and Homelessness Prevention Committee and also sits on the Education Finance and Elections committees, per the Minnesota Senate.
Leah Temple Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Address everyday household affordability concerns
- Support responsible state budgeting
- Protect environmental resources
Per the campaign site.
About Leah Temple
Temple is a parent, software developer and birth doula, per the campaign site.
Eric Lucero (Republican), Leah Temple (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 30; Eric Lucero is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 31Calvin Bahr (R) · Gadisa Berkessa (D)
Calvin Bahr Republican Incumbent
Calvin Bahr is the incumbent Republican state senator for Minnesota Senate District 31, per the Senate's official member directory, and is seeking reelection against DFL nominee Gadisa Berkessa. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Gadisa Berkessa Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Giving parents a meaningful voice in their children's education and increasing teacher compensation
- Strengthening law enforcement and building community trust and accountability
- Supporting job creation and protecting small businesses
Per the campaign site.
About Gadisa Berkessa
Gadisa Berkessa is a project manager in building automation systems with an electrical engineering degree from the University of Minnesota and a construction management master's degree from the University of Arizona, per his campaign site. Born in Ethiopia's Oromia region, he has lived in Minnesota for nearly two decades and is running for Minnesota Senate District 31 against incumbent Republican Sen. Calvin Bahr.
Calvin Bahr (Republican), Gadisa Berkessa (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 31; Calvin Bahr is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 32Chris Ford (D) · Michael Kreun (R)
Chris Ford Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- making communities safer, healthier and more affordable
- restoring accountability in government
Per the campaign site.
About Chris Ford
Ford spent 21 years as a firefighter, including 13 years as a captain in Rochester, per the campaign site. He has also worked as a paraprofessional at Blaine High School and currently serves on the Blaine City Council, per the campaign site.
Michael Kreun Republican Incumbent
- Points to his record passing more than 20 bills while serving in the Senate minority
- Highlights securing more than $100 million in funding for Highway 65 construction in Blaine
Per the campaign site.
About Michael Kreun
Kreun is a Blaine attorney who has practiced real estate litigation law for more than 22 years and serves as a partner at a Minneapolis law firm, per the campaign site. He grew up in East Grand Forks and graduated from Moorhead State University and the University of North Dakota School of Law, per the campaign site.
Chris Ford (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Michael Kreun (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 32; Michael Kreun is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 34John Hoffman (D) · Karen Attia (R)
John Hoffman Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
John Hoffman has represented Minnesota Senate District 34 since 2012 and is serving his fourth term, per the Minnesota Senate. Hoffman chairs the Senate Human Services Committee and also serves on the Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate Committee, per the Minnesota Senate.
Karen Attia Republican
- Supports fiscal responsibility and government transparency
- Supports strengthening the K-12 education system
Per the campaign site.
About Karen Attia
Karen Attia is a Critical Care Nurse with 30 years of experience and has owned two small businesses, per her campaign site. Attia has lived in the Champlin, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Dayton and Rogers community for 30 years, per her campaign site. Attia is running for Minnesota Senate District 34, per her campaign site.
John Hoffman (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Karen Attia (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 34; John Hoffman is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 35Angela Nelson (D) · Jim Abeler (R)
Angela Nelson Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- lowering everyday costs for working families
- supporting strong public schools and educators
- safe communities and standing up for seniors and people with disabilities
Per the campaign site.
About Angela Nelson
Nelson is an elementary school principal who spent her career in public education, per the campaign site. She is a lifelong resident of Coon Rapids and a mother of two teenagers, per the campaign site.
Jim Abeler Republican Incumbent
- Focuses on education, veterans, and support for law enforcement and firefighters
- Points to his record helping prevent the closure of Anoka Technical College and securing a third lane on Highway 10
Per the campaign site.
About Jim Abeler
Abeler is a chiropractor who has run his family's Anoka clinic for more than 47 years, and previously served 16 years in the Minnesota House and 11 years in the Senate, per the campaign site. He founded PACT Charter School and the veterans' organization Haven4Heroes, per the campaign site.
Angela Nelson (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Jim Abeler (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 35; Jim Abeler is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 36Heidi Heino (R) · Heather Gustafson (D)
Heidi Heino Republican
- Accountability, affordability and trust in state government
Per the campaign site.
About Heidi Heino
Heidi Heino is a Republican candidate for Minnesota Senate District 36, per her campaign site. She is a business leader with over a decade of experience leading partnerships, operations and strategic initiatives.
Heather Gustafson Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
- Strong schools
- Good jobs
- Safe neighborhoods
Per the campaign site.
About Heather Gustafson
Heather Gustafson is the Democratic-Farmer-Labor candidate for Minnesota Senate District 36 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's certified candidate table. Heather Gustafson is a sitting member for the district, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Has represented Senate District 36 since January 2023, covering Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, Lino Lakes and nearby communities, per Official MN House/Senate member roster.
Heidi Heino (Republican), Heather Gustafson (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 36; Heather Gustafson is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota Senate District 39Ngone Saliou Niang (Green) · Mary K Kunesh (D) · Pam Wolf (R)
Ngone Saliou Niang Green
- Expanding affordable housing and protecting renters
- Supporting living wages and small business development
- Funding education, mental health services and mentorship programs for youth
Per the campaign site.
About Ngone Saliou Niang
Niang is a first generation Senegalese American and mother of two who has worked as a community organizer and political scientist, per the campaign site.
Mary K Kunesh Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
Mary K. Kunesh has represented Minnesota Senate District 39 since 2020 and is serving her second Senate term after two terms in the Minnesota House, per the Minnesota Senate. Kunesh chairs the Education Finance Committee and serves as assistant majority leader, per the Minnesota Senate. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Pam Wolf Republican
- Addressing economic difficulties and rising costs
- Concerns about crime and public safety
- Parental rights in education decisions
Per the campaign site.
About Pam Wolf
Pam Wolf is an educator with 36 years of teaching and coaching experience in several Twin Cities-area school districts and founder of Life Prep Academy, a residential school for homeless teenagers, per her campaign site. She previously served one term in the Minnesota Senate in 2011-2012 and is seeking a return to the Senate representing District 39, which covers Spring Lake Park, Fridley, Columbia Heights, Hilltop, St. Anthony and part of New Brighton.
Ngone Saliou Niang (Green), Mary K Kunesh (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Pam Wolf (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota Senate District 39; Mary K Kunesh is the sitting member, per the Minnesota Senate's official member directory (senate.mn). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House: 12 districtsDistricts 27B, 30B, 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 34B, 35A, 35B, 36A, 39A, 39B
Minnesota House District 27BBryan Lawrence (R) · Charles A. McConaughay (D)
Bryan Lawrence Republican Incumbent
Bryan Lawrence is an agriculture and business owner who represents District 27B in the Minnesota House. He holds a degree in agricultural business administration from the University of Minnesota, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. Elected in 2024, he serves on the Agriculture Finance and Policy, Education Finance, and Education Policy committees. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Charles A. McConaughay Democratic-Farmer-Labor
Charles A. McConaughay is the DFL candidate for Minnesota House District 27B, challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Bryan Lawrence, per Hometown Source. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Bryan Lawrence (Republican), Charles A. McConaughay (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 27B; Bryan Lawrence is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 30BChad Westberg (R) · Keenan Gentry (D)
Chad Westberg Republican
- Supports lower taxes and government accountability
- Backs law enforcement
- Supports religious liberty and parental rights
Per the campaign site.
About Chad Westberg
Westberg has worked more than a decade in the ethanol and agricultural-solutions industry and now operates his own small business in Elk River, per the campaign site. He has volunteered as a football coach for more than 10 years, per the campaign site.
Keenan Gentry Democratic-Farmer-Labor
Gentry is a truck driver of a decade who previously worked as an auto mechanic, oilfield worker, retail associate and pizza delivery driver, per the campaign site. He is a Marine Corps veteran who served from 2007 to 2011 with two combat deployments, per the campaign site.
Chad Westberg (Republican), Keenan Gentry (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 30B. Not on the November ballot: Paul Novotny, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 31ABrian Walker (D) · Harry Niska (R)
Brian Walker Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- protecting access to healthcare coverage
- fully funded public schools
- community infrastructure investments including a Ramsey-Dayton bridge
Per the campaign site.
About Brian Walker
Walker is a former sheriff's deputy who has served his Ramsey community through various boards and commissions, per the campaign site. He previously ran for office in 2022 and describes himself as a former Republican, per the campaign site.
Harry Niska Republican Incumbent
Harry Niska is an attorney who represents District 31A in the Minnesota House. He holds a B.A. in political science from Concordia College, Moorhead and a J.D. from the University of Minnesota, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. First elected in 2022, he is now in his second term, serves as House GOP Floor Leader, and co-chairs the Rules and Legislative Administration committee.
Brian Walker (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Harry Niska (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 31A; Harry Niska is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 31BJen Bloomquist (D) · Peggy Scott (R)
Jen Bloomquist Democratic-Farmer-Labor
Jen Bloomquist grew up in a union family in Bakersfield, California, and went on to run the family contracting business, earning her California state contractor's license before turning 30, per her campaign site. She later worked in Kern County code compliance and is a member of SEIU Local 521, per the campaign site. She is running for Minnesota House District 31B.
Peggy Scott Republican Incumbent
Peggy Scott is a rental real estate owner and manager who represents District 31B in the Minnesota House. She holds a fashion merchandising degree from Lowthian College, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. First elected in 2008, she is now in her ninth term, co-chairing Judiciary Finance and Civil Law and serving as vice chair of Ways and Means.
Jen Bloomquist (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Peggy Scott (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 31B; Peggy Scott is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 32ANolan West (R) · Amanda Matchett (D)
Nolan West Republican Incumbent
Nolan West is a business owner who represents District 32A in the Minnesota House. He holds a B.A. in history from the University of Minnesota, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. First elected in 2016, he is now in his fifth term and co-chairs the Children and Families Finance and Policy committee, also serving on Commerce Finance and Policy and Ways and Means. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Amanda Matchett Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- protecting election systems and public schools
- addressing housing, healthcare and childcare costs
- workforce development, small business growth and infrastructure investment
Per the campaign site.
About Amanda Matchett
Matchett is an attorney and vice president of legal who also has a background as an educator, per the campaign site. She holds an Executive MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management and is a member of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers, per the campaign site.
Nolan West (Republican), Amanda Matchett (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 32A; Nolan West is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 32BMatt Norris (D) · Leslie Larson (R)
Matt Norris Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
Matt Norris is a lawyer who represents District 32B in the Minnesota House. He holds a B.S.B. in marketing and management information systems and a J.D., both from the University of Minnesota, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. First elected in 2022, he is now in his second term and co-chairs the Taxes committee as vice chair, also serving on Housing Finance and Policy and Human Services Finance and Policy.
Leslie Larson Republican
- Focuses on public safety and School Resource Officer programs
- Calls for restoring government trust and eliminating waste
- Supports strong schools and family and business assistance policies
Per the campaign site.
About Leslie Larson
Larson is a Blaine Ward 2 city councilmember and small-business owner with more than 20 years of business experience, and works as a substitute teacher, per the campaign site.
Matt Norris (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Leslie Larson (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 32B; Matt Norris is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 34BXp Lee (D) · Ruth Bittner (R)
Xp Lee Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
Xp Lee works as a health equity analyst and has represented Minnesota House District 34B since 2025, per the Minnesota House of Representatives. Lee serves on the Children and Families Finance and Policy, Health Finance and Policy, and Veterans and Military Affairs committees, per the Minnesota House of Representatives.
Ruth Bittner Republican
- Addressing the rising cost of everyday life, including gas, groceries, utilities and taxes
- Government accountability, including investigating fraud and waste
- Public safety and repealing unfunded state education mandates
Per the campaign site.
About Ruth Bittner
Ruth Bittner is a Coon Rapids business owner and real estate agent who previously worked as a food scientist at Land O'Lakes, per her campaign site. A University of Minnesota graduate, she was the first Republican to file for the House District 34B seat and is a first-time candidate for public office, having also run in the September 2025 special election for the district.
Xp Lee (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Ruth Bittner (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 34B; Xp Lee is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 35AZack Stephenson (D) · Josh Jungling (R)
Zack Stephenson Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
Zack Stephenson is a prosecutor from Anoka who represents District 35A in the Minnesota House. He holds a B.A. in public policy analysis from Knox College and a J.D. from the University of Chicago, according to the Minnesota House of Representatives. First elected in 2018, he is now in his fourth term and serves as DFL Caucus Leader.
Josh Jungling Republican
- Focuses on public safety and community partnership with law enforcement
- Supports local business growth and economic development
- Emphasizes shared community values
Per the campaign site.
About Josh Jungling
Jungling is a lifelong Anoka resident who co-ran a family carpet and furniture cleaning business for 15 years before becoming a multi-location restaurant franchise owner, and now serves as charitable gambling manager for the Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association, per the campaign site.
Zack Stephenson (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), Josh Jungling (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 35A; Zack Stephenson is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 35BSteve Pape (R) · Kari Rehrauer (D)
Steve Pape Republican
- Calls for stronger audits and transparency to prevent fraud and waste in state programs
- Supports lowering taxes and cutting regulations to address affordability
- Backs improving veterans' access to health care and VA services
Per the campaign site.
About Steve Pape
Pape enlisted in the U.S. Navy at 17 and served in Vietnam, later earning a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Minnesota and a manufacturing systems engineering master's degree from the University of St. Thomas, per the campaign site. He spent decades designing systems for the U.S. Department of Defense and served on a presidential commission on manufacturing competitiveness, per the campaign site.
Kari Rehrauer Democratic-Farmer-Labor Incumbent
- Supports strengthening public education and higher pay for teachers
- Supports affordable and quality health care access for all Minnesotans
- Supports expanding clean energy capabilities to lower costs
Per the campaign site.
About Kari Rehrauer
Kari Rehrauer has served as State Representative for Minnesota House District 35B since 2024, per her campaign site. Rehrauer previously served on the Coon Rapids City Council from 2020 to 2024 and worked as a middle school biology teacher, per her campaign site. Rehrauer holds a bachelor's degree in biology and a master's degree in education from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, per her campaign site.
Steve Pape (Republican), Kari Rehrauer (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 35B; Kari Rehrauer is the sitting member, per the Minnesota House of Representatives's official member directory (house.mn.gov). Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 36ASebastian Stoss (R) · Jim DeMay (D)
Sebastian Stoss Republican
- Calls for mandatory audits and expanded whistleblower protections to prevent fraud in state contracts
- Supports independent property valuations and limits on property tax increases
- Backs letting local school boards redirect funds toward reading and math instruction
Per the campaign site.
About Sebastian Stoss
Stoss is a lifelong Minnesotan from Circle Pines who has worked as a legislative aide and drew public attention for scrutinizing county nonprofit spending, per the campaign site.
Jim DeMay Democratic-Farmer-Labor
Jim DeMay is a longtime resident of Minnesota House District 36A who grew up in Shoreview and graduated from Mounds View High School, per his campaign site. He holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Hamline University, where he has served as an adjunct professor of business and public administration, and has served on the Mounds View School Board since 2019, per the campaign site.
Sebastian Stoss (Republican), Jim DeMay (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 36A. Not on the November ballot: Elliott Engen, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 39AAndy Macko (R) · Aaron Klemz (D)
Andy Macko Republican
Andy Macko is the Republican candidate for Minnesota House District 39A on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's certified candidate table. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Aaron Klemz Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Protect clean water and address climate change
- Fully and equitably fund public schools
- Expand access to affordable health care
Per the campaign site.
About Aaron Klemz
Klemz is an educator and environmental advocate who has taught public speaking and communications at Century College for over a decade and teaches graduate policy courses at Metropolitan State University, per the campaign site. He chairs the Fridley Environmental Quality and Energy Commission and serves on the Fridley Planning Commission, per the campaign site.
Andy Macko (Republican), Aaron Klemz (Democratic-Farmer-Labor) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 39A. Not on the November ballot: Erin Koegel, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageMinnesota House District 39BAmáda Márquez Simula (D) · KT Jacobs (R)
Amáda Márquez Simula Democratic-Farmer-Labor
- Supports expanding access to affordable health care and stronger public health funding
- Supports expanding housing affordability and improving communication between landlords and tenants
- Supports full funding for public education and expanded mental health resources in schools
Per the campaign site.
About Amáda Márquez Simula
Amáda Márquez Simula is the mayor of Columbia Heights, serving her third term in that office, per her campaign site. She is the DFL-endorsed candidate for Minnesota House District 39B, an open seat covering Columbia Heights, New Brighton and St. Anthony, per the campaign site.
KT Jacobs Republican
- Supported rental caps and updated licensing standards for single-family rental homes on the council
- Prioritizes direct engagement with public safety and public works departments
- Calls for restraint in state government spending
Per the campaign site.
About KT Jacobs
Jacobs is a former Columbia Heights City Council member who served four years focusing on housing and rental-licensing policy, per the campaign site. She says she works independently of union, nonprofit, and business association endorsements, per the campaign site.
Amáda Márquez Simula (Democratic-Farmer-Labor), KT Jacobs (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Minnesota House District 39B. Not on the November ballot: Sandra Feist, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the August 11, 2026 primary (where contested) or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified candidate table; Minnesota prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageBallot questions
4 local ballot questions from official county, city and school district lists. Countywide questions appear on every ballot in Anoka County; city, school district and special-district questions only inside the jurisdiction named. Statewide measures are listed separately.
City Question 1: Should Anoka Implement An Organized Garbage, Recycling, Yardwaste Collection SystemCity of Anoka · Would authorize City of Anoka to implement a city-organized residential garbage, recycling, yard waste and organics collection system.
Would authorize City of Anoka to implement a city-organized residential garbage, recycling, yard waste and organics collection system.
School District Question 1: Approval of New School District Referendum Revenue AuthorizationIndependent School District No. 12 (Centennial) · Would revoke the school district's existing referendum revenue authorization of its existing per-pupil amount and replace it with a new authorization of $375 per pupil for ten years.
Would revoke the school district's existing referendum revenue authorization of its existing per-pupil amount and replace it with a new authorization of $375 per pupil for ten years.
School District Question 2: Approval of School Building BondsIndependent School District No. 12 (Centennial) · Would authorize the school board to issue general obligation school building bonds of up to $108,890,000 for betterment of school sites and facilities including, but not limited to, safety and security improvements, additions/updates to facilities and academic spaces, and various other….
Would authorize the school board to issue general obligation school building bonds of up to $108,890,000 for betterment of school sites and facilities including, but not limited to, safety and security improvements, additions/updates to facilities and academic spaces, and various other….
School District Question 1: School District Question 1 Approval of Bond Issue and Capital Project Levy AuthorizationIndependent School District No. 728 (Elk River Area Schools) · Would authorize the school board to issue up to $350,000,000 in school building bonds and adopt a capital project levy of 5.579% of net tax capacity to fund school facility and capital projects described in the ballot question.
Would authorize the school board to issue up to $350,000,000 in school building bonds and adopt a capital project levy of 5.579% of net tax capacity to fund school facility and capital projects described in the ballot question.
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