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2028 Fayetteville Mayoral Election

Election Date:November 7, 2028Register by:September 30, 2028
Current holder:Lioneld Jordan(Independent)

The 2028 Fayetteville Mayoral Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to determine the next mayor of Fayetteville, Arkansas. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing Fayetteville in regional and intergovernmental affairs.

About This Race

The 2028 Fayetteville Mayoral Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to determine the next mayor of Fayetteville, Arkansas. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, implementing city council policies, and representing Fayetteville in regional and intergovernmental affairs.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 7, 2028
Registration Deadline
September 30, 2028
Early Voting Starts
October 21, 2028
Early Voting Ends
November 5, 2028

How to Vote

Voters in Fayetteville must register by September 30, 2028, either online through the Arkansas Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at their county clerk's office. On Election Day, polls will be open from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM CST, and voters must present a valid photo ID such as an Arkansas driver's license, passport, or military ID; early voting is available from October 21 to November 5, 2028, at designated locations including the Washington County Courthouse.

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Incumbent
Independent

Lioneld Jordan

Mayor of Fayetteville

Biography

Lioneld Jordan is the incumbent mayor of Fayetteville, having served since 2008. A former city alderman and small business owner, Jordan is running for re-election to continue his work on affordable housing, economic development, and climate resilience initiatives.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Sarah Bunn

Mayor of Fayetteville

Biography

Sarah Bunn is a Fayetteville city council member and small business advocate challenging the incumbent mayor. She is running on a platform focused on public safety, infrastructure improvements, and reducing government spending to address rising costs for residents.

Campaign Website

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