After an off-year (non-presidential) election cycle in 2018, in Indiana, 2019 brings us yet another election cycle, this time at the municipal level.

In Fishers, a number of offices will be up for election.  Those offices include mayor, all 9 council seats, the city clerk and city judge.

Mayor Scott Fadness has been clear that he plans to run for another term.  So far, the only person indicating interest in challenging Fishers’ incumbent mayor is Logan Day, but he has not announced any candidacy up to this point.

In the council races, it is expected that all 9 members of the current council plan to run for re-election.  One person has expressed interest in challenging an incumbent in one council district seat, but so far, there have been few rumblings about other challengers for the council.

The first round of balloting will be the May 7th primary.  Those wanting their name placed on the ballot will begin filing their candidate paperwork at the Hamilton County Election Office in Noblesville beginning Wednesday, January 9th.  The deadline to file for office in the primary of either political party will be noon on Friday, February 8th.

In the past, the Republican primary election has chosen those likely to serve in office.  Democrats have started organizing and presented more candidates on the ballot in county and township elections last year.  It will be interesting to see how many Democrats file to run in the Fishers city election this year.

Keep in mind that local government is very important.  In past municipal elections, voter turnout has been very low.  I would encourage everyone of voting age in the City of Fishers to pay attention to this city election.  With the primary set for May 7th, candidates will begin their primary campaigns in March and April.  Take the time and effort to find out about the candidates.  I will strive to do my part and cover the election as best I can.  The rest is up to you.