What party is Joy Nelson?

Joy Nelson is running as a Democrat.

Who is Joy Nelson running against?

Gregory "Hoss" Johnson and James Hunter Jr., for City of New Roads Council Members District 1 (Pointe Coupee Parish).

Should I vote for Joy Nelson?

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

Joy Nelson

Democrat · Candidate for City of New Roads Council Members District 1 (Pointe Coupee Parish) · November 3, 2026

In office now

Joy Nelson is the Council Member, District 1,, New Roads. Joy Nelson's page: the office they hold, how to reach it and where they stand.

About this race

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.

3 candidates ran for City of New Roads Council Members District 1 (Pointe Coupee Parish) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. New Roads Council Members voters.

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Gregory "Hoss" Johnson
James Hunter Jr. · Democrat

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Quick answers

What party is Joy Nelson?: Joy Nelson is running as a Democrat.
What does the City of New Roads Council Members District 1 (Pointe Coupee Parish) seat 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 is Joy Nelson running against?: Gregory "Hoss" Johnson and James Hunter Jr., for City of New Roads Council Members District 1 (Pointe Coupee Parish).
Should I vote for Joy Nelson?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Joy Nelson's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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