Uncontested 2026 council seats appointed, two ballot contests cancelled
Elk Grove
Summary
Because only incumbents filed for Mayor and District 2, the council appointed them outright under state elections law — meaning voters won't see those races on the November ballot. Only the District 4 contest remains.
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Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
The move trims an estimated $225,000 off the election budget — down from $300,000 to about $75,000.
Taxpayers benefit from the $225,000 savings, and the incumbents gain new terms without a campaign.
Voters in these races lose the chance to cast a ballot for Mayor and the District 2 seat this fall.
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City Council (Special) - Aug 20, 2026
Because only incumbents filed for Mayor and District 2, the council appointed them outright under state elections law — meaning voters won't see those races on the November ballot. Only the District 4 contest remains.
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