Board revokes primary nomination method, reaffirming general election schedule

Jan 7, 2026

The Columbia Heights board approved a resolution to eliminate primary elections for school board nominations and reaffirm that candidates who file will proceed directly to the general election, citing cost savings and applicability to an upcoming April special election.

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The Columbia Heights Public Schools Board voted Jan. 6 to revoke its prior resolution that established primaries for school board nominations, instead reaffirming the general election schedule and directing nominees who submit affidavits to proceed straight to the regular general election.

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