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Huntsville City Council Election

Election Date:August 25, 2026Register by:July 26, 2026
Current holder:Johnathan Lee Cooper(Republican)

The Huntsville City Council Election on August 25, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Huntsville, Alabama. Voters will elect members to represent various districts across the city, with key issues including infrastructure development, public safety, and economic growth. This is a municipal election held in odd-numbered years per Alabama state law.

About This Race

The Huntsville City Council Election on August 25, 2026, will determine the composition of the city council for Huntsville, Alabama. Voters will elect members to represent various districts across the city, with key issues including infrastructure development, public safety, and economic growth. This is a municipal election held in odd-numbered years per Alabama state law.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
August 25, 2026
Registration Deadline
July 26, 2026
Early Voting Starts
August 3, 2026
Early Voting Ends
August 21, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in the Huntsville City Council Election, Alabama residents must be registered to vote by July 26, 2026. Voters can cast their ballots in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from August 3 to August 21, 2026, or by requesting an absentee ballot. Alabama law requires voters to present a valid photo ID at the polls, such as a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID.

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Incumbent
Republican

Johnathan Lee Cooper

Huntsville City Council District 1

Biography

Johnathan Lee Cooper is a lifelong Huntsville resident and small business owner who has served on the City Council since 2018. He is running for re-election to continue his work on infrastructure improvements, public safety initiatives, and supporting local economic development in North Huntsville.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Aisha Michelle Thompson

Huntsville City Council District 1

Biography

Aisha Michelle Thompson is a community organizer and former Huntsville City Schools educator with over 15 years of experience advocating for youth and family services. She is running to bring greater investment in affordable housing, public transit, and equitable development to District 1.

Campaign Website

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