Sunfish Lake elections are held in November of even-numbered years during the General Election. On this page you will find information on election dates, voting and helpful links. This page will be updated with information throughout the year.
- Primary Election - August 11, 2026
- General Election - November 3, 2026
Interested in Running for Mayor or City Council in 2026?
Candidate filings for one (1) Mayor and (3) City Council seats will open on Tuesday, July 14th and close at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28th, 2026. To file for office, candidates must complete and submit a notarized Affidavit of Candidacy with the City Clerk's Office. Please contact Christy Wilcox at 612-718-4828 or
Candidate Filing Forms:
- Affidavit of Candidacy
- Candidate Filing Proof of Residency Options
- Candidate Filing Packet
- Campaign Manual
Offices Up for Election:
Mayor Dan O'Leary
Councilmember Shannon Nelson - 4-year term
Councilmember Mike Hovey - 4- year term
Vacant Seat - 2-year term
Special Election
There will be a special election on the ballot in November for Councilmember Bulach. Councilmember Bulach resigned on April 14, 2026. A special election will be held to fill the remainder of the term which will expire December 31, 2028.
AFFIDAVIT OF CANDIDACY RECEVIED:
Shannon Nelson - Mayor
4 YEAR TERM
Claire Noble - City Council - 4 year term
Thomas P Hurley - City Council - 4 year term
2 YEAR TERM
Grant Fitzer - City Council - 2 year term
Sally English - City Council - 2 year term
Interested in becoming an election judge: Election judges are temporary, paid employees of local election officials trained to handle all aspects of voting at the polling place. Serving as an election judge is a chance to learn about elections and is a great service to the community. You will be required to participate in a training session that will be roughly two hours. Contact Christy Wilcox at
Notices:
Dakota County 2026 Notice of Offices to be Voted for at the State General Election
Local Offices - Notice of Filing for Office
Pre-Register to Vote
Not sure if you’re registered or want to pre-register? Check your voter registration status at MNvotes.org and learn what documents you will need to provide. Voters are strongly encouraged to pre-register to save themselves time on Election Day. If you have moved since the last election, have changed your name, or have not voted within the past four years, you will need to register. Only residential addresses are accepted. Pre-registration may be done online at MNvotes.org, OR at any of the three Dakota County offices, or drivers’ license centers. See the chart above for important pre-registration deadlines.
Information on Absentee Voting: Dakota County Elections
Search for Filings for Office: Candidate Filings
Apply On-Line for Absentee Ballot: Minnesota Secretary of State
What's On My Ballot: View your sample ballot
We are a small community proud of our heritage and committed to the preservation of our pristine, rural character. We cherish our privacy, yet know we are part of a thriving Dakota County and the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area. With these partnerships in mind, we strive to preserve that unique spirit which is Sunfish Lake, Minnesota.