City of Schenectady Council Member (Schenectady 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

Next elections here

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Also on Schenectady County ballots

• Town of Duanesburg Supervisor
• Town of Glenville Council Member
• Village of Scotia Mayor
• Village of Scotia Trustee
• Town of Niskayuna Supervisor
• Town of Princetown Supervisor
• Town of Princetown Council Member
• Town of Princetown Highway Superintendent
• Town of Rotterdam Supervisor
• Town of Rotterdam Highway Superintendent

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Quick answers

Who is running for City of Schenectady Council Member (Schenectady County) in 2026?

Justin R. Chaires (Democrat), Sarojanie Ibrahim (Republican) and Rachael Ward.

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 City of Schenectady Council Member (Schenectady 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.