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Lincoln City Council Districts 1,3,5 General

Election Date:May 9, 2028Register by:April 22, 2028

The Lincoln City Council general election for Districts 1, 3, and 5 will be held on May 9, 2028, to elect three city council members representing these districts. Voters will choose representatives responsible for local governance, including budget approval, zoning decisions, and public safety oversight within Lincoln, Nebraska.

About This Race

The Lincoln City Council general election for Districts 1, 3, and 5 will be held on May 9, 2028, to elect three city council members representing these districts. Voters will choose representatives responsible for local governance, including budget approval, zoning decisions, and public safety oversight within Lincoln, Nebraska.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
May 9, 2028
Registration Deadline
April 22, 2028
Early Voting Starts
April 15, 2028
Early Voting Ends
May 7, 2028

How to Vote

To vote in the Lincoln City Council election, Nebraska residents must be registered by April 22, 2028. Voters can cast ballots in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from April 15 to May 7, 2028, or by requesting an absentee ballot through the Lancaster County Election Commissioner. Valid photo ID is required for in-person voting, and registration can be completed online, by mail, or in person at designated state or county offices.

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Democratic

Aisha Patel

Lincoln City Council District 3

Biography

Aisha Patel is a community organizer and environmental planner who has worked with Lincoln neighborhoods on sustainability initiatives and equitable development. She seeks to expand green spaces, improve stormwater management, and ensure inclusive development in District 3.

Campaign Website
DH
Republican

Daniel Hightower

Lincoln City Council District 5

Biography

Daniel Hightower is a former Lincoln City Council aide and current executive at a regional logistics firm. He is advocating for smarter infrastructure investment, supporting workforce development programs, and reducing bureaucratic delays in city services for District 5 residents.

Campaign Website
JR
Democratic

Jane Rogers

Lincoln City Council District 1

Biography

Jane Rogers is a longtime Lincoln resident and former public school teacher who has served on the Lincoln Planning Commission. She is running to advocate for affordable housing, improved public transit, and increased funding for neighborhood schools in District 1.

Campaign Website
LC
Democratic

Linda Cho

Lincoln City Council District 5

Biography

Linda Cho is an attorney and housing policy advisor who has volunteered with Lincoln’s homeless outreach programs and legal aid clinics. Her campaign focuses on expanding access to mental health services, protecting tenants’ rights, and increasing transparency in city contracting.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Michael Torres

Lincoln City Council District 1

Biography

Michael Torres is a small business owner and veterans' advocate who has lived in Lincoln's District 1 for over 20 years. He is campaigning on a platform of fiscal responsibility, public safety enhancements, and streamlining city permitting processes for local businesses.

Campaign Website
RJ
Republican

Robert Jensen

Lincoln City Council District 3

Biography

Robert Jensen is a retired Lincoln Fire Department captain and neighborhood association leader with deep roots in District 3. He is running to strengthen emergency response infrastructure, address traffic congestion, and preserve the character of established neighborhoods.

Campaign Website

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