Justin Backes

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.

2 candidates ran for City of St. Augusta Council Member (Stearns County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. St. Augusta voters.

About Justin Backes

St. Augusta City Council member. Current St. Augusta City Council member; at the council's January 2026 organizational meeting he was named the council's fire department representative.

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Quick answers

Is Justin Backes the incumbent?

Yes. Justin Backes currently holds this office.

What does the City of St. Augusta Council Member 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 Justin Backes running against?

Paul Reinert, for City of St. Augusta Council Member (Stearns County).

Should I vote for Justin Backes?

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