South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

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

Don Haggar

Republican
Moderately right · from their state-legislature votes (Shor–McCarty)

Frank Kloucek

Democrat
Slightly left · from their state-legislature votes (Shor–McCarty)

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Quick answers

Who is running for South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner in 2026?
Don Haggar (Republican) and Frank Kloucek (Democrat).
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 South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner race?
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When is the election?
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

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