David Johnson

About this race

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

3 candidates ran for City of Decatur Mayor (Benton County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Decatur voters.

Where they stand

Center, from their state-legislature votes (Shor–McCarty). From their roll-call votes in the Arkansas House and Senate, 2005–2016.

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• Guy Wakefield
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Quick answers

Is David Johnson the incumbent?

Yes. David Johnson currently holds this office.

What does the City of Decatur Mayor seat do?

The city's top elected official. Depending on the city charter, either runs city government ("strong mayor") or leads the city commission alongside a hired city manager.

Who is David Johnson running against?

Guy Wakefield and Cody Tosta, for City of Decatur Mayor (Benton County).

Is David Johnson liberal or conservative?

On SpectrumVote's left–right scale, David Johnson is center, from their state-legislature votes (Shor–McCarty). This comes from published research, not our opinion.

Should I vote for David Johnson?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare David Johnson's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.