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2028 Columbus City Council General Election

Election Date:November 7, 2028Register by:October 9, 2028
Current holder:Elizabeth Brown(Democratic)

The 2028 Columbus City Council General Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect members of the Columbus City Council, the legislative body responsible for setting city policy, approving the budget, and overseeing municipal services in Columbus, Ohio. As Ohio’s largest city, Columbus holds nonpartisan elections for its city council, though candidates may affiliate with political parties.

About This Race

The 2028 Columbus City Council General Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect members of the Columbus City Council, the legislative body responsible for setting city policy, approving the budget, and overseeing municipal services in Columbus, Ohio. As Ohio’s largest city, Columbus holds nonpartisan elections for its city council, though candidates may affiliate with political parties.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 7, 2028
Registration Deadline
October 9, 2028
Early Voting Starts
October 8, 2028
Early Voting Ends
November 5, 2028

How to Vote

To vote in the 2028 Columbus City Council General Election, Ohio residents must be registered to vote by October 9, 2028. Voters can cast ballots in person on Election Day, during early voting from October 8 to November 5, 2028, or by requesting an absentee ballot. Valid photo ID is required for in-person voting, and absentee ballot applications must be received by the county board of elections by November 2, 2028.

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Incumbent
Democratic

Elizabeth Brown

Columbus City Council Member

Biography

Elizabeth Brown has served as a Columbus City Council member since 2016, representing the city’s 3rd District with a focus on education, environmental sustainability, and small business support. She is seeking re-election to expand her initiatives on youth opportunity and climate resilience, drawing on her background as a former educator and nonprofit advocate.

Campaign Website
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Incumbent
Democratic

Shannon Gideon Hardin

Columbus City Council Member

Biography

Shannon Gideon Hardin is a longtime Columbus resident and former president of the Columbus City Council, serving since 2016. She is running for re-election to continue her work on public safety, housing affordability, and equitable development, emphasizing her experience in fiscal management and community engagement.

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