Independence 2026 Election
Next April will be a big election in Independence. Here’s why?
We will elect a mayor and two at large City Council members.
There will be a February primary for mayor and at large City Council members.
We also will elect two directors for the Independence Board of Education and three directors in the Fort Osage School District.
Other issues which will be on the April 2026 ballot include:
Independence School District
$60 million no-tax-increase bond issue from the Independence School District.
Fort Osage School District
$35 million no-tax increase bond issue for building facilities
No-tax to increase operating levy increase and reduce the debt service levy.
This website provides a central place to learn about the candidates and provides direct links to their websites, social media and campaign financial disclosure reports.
The website will be regularly updated as candidates announce and issues get added to the ballot.
How many candidates?
Mayor - 4
At Large - 5
Election Calendar City Council
Feb. 3 - Primary election
April 7 - General election
Election Calendar School Districts
April 7 - General election
