Town of Poestenkill Council Member (Unexpired Term) (Rensselaer County)

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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• Town of Grafton Council Member (Unexpired Term)
• Town of Hoosick Supervisor
• Town of Hoosick Council Member
• Town of Nassau Supervisor
• Town of Nassau Highway Superintendent
• Town of North Greenbush Supervisor
• Town of North Greenbush Clerk
• Town of North Greenbush Highway Superintendent
• Town of Petersburgh Supervisor
• Town of Petersburgh Council Member (Unexpired Term)
• Town of Pittstown Supervisor

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Quick answers

Who is running for Town of Poestenkill Council Member (Unexpired Term) (Rensselaer County) in 2026?

Robert W. Bayly (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 Town of Poestenkill Council Member (Unexpired Term) (Rensselaer County) 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.