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Mary Buchanan announces run for Oakdale City Council

Oakdale City Council · August 4, 2026
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Summary

Mary Buchanan, a longtime volunteer and retired sales executive, announced her candidacy for city council in November and emphasized listening, transparency and community service as priorities.

Mary Buchanan told the council she is running for city council in the November election and asked residents to contact her and vote. "I'm running for city council in the November election," Buchanan said, describing volunteer roles including service as treasurer of the Oakdale Garden Club and leadership work with local nonprofits.

Buchanan framed her candidacy around listening to diverse community needs, transparency in decision-making and continuing volunteer service in Oakdale. She highlighted prior experience in nonprofit boards and local volunteer programs as the basis for her candidacy and encouraged voters to reach out to learn more.