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St. Joseph Mayor Josendale Seeks Reelection as 2026 Election Period Opens

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 8:01 AM

Tuesday marked the first day candidates could pick up petitions for the St. Joseph, Missouri, mayoral, council, and judicial races, with incumbent Mayor John Josendale immediately declaring his intent to seek another term. Josendale highlighted his administration’s achievements in business expansion and community projects but acknowledged frustrations with the pace of government. He aims to…

Tuesday marked the first day candidates could pick up petitions for the St. Joseph, Missouri, mayoral, council, and judicial races, with incumbent Mayor John Josendale immediately declaring his intent to seek another term. Josendale highlighted his administration’s achievements in business expansion and community projects but acknowledged frustrations with the pace of government. He aims to continue his work on key issues like housing and workforce development to encourage people to live and stay in the city.

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