Village of Athens Aldermen (Claiborne Parish)

What this office does

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Candidates

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Also on Claiborne Parish ballots

• Town of Homer Marshal (Claiborne Parish)
• Town of Haynesville Mayor (Claiborne Parish)
• Town of Homer Mayor (Claiborne Parish)
• Village of Athens Mayor (Claiborne Parish)
• Town of Homer Selectman District 1 (Claiborne Parish)
• Town of Homer Selectman District 2 (Claiborne Parish)
• Town of Homer Selectman District 3 (Claiborne Parish)

All Claiborne Parish races and measures →

Quick answers

Who is running for Village of Athens Aldermen (Claiborne Parish) in 2026?

Bret Austin (Republican), Eric J. Caldwell (Democrat), Lori Ellis (Republican), Del Marie Lewis (Democrat), Bobbie S. Powell (Republican) and Christopher Ryan Spigener (Republican).

What does this office do?

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

Who should I vote for in the Village of Athens Aldermen (Claiborne Parish) race?

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When is the election?

The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.