Politics & Government
Trustee Will Challenge Manhattan Mayor, 7 To Vie For 3 Trustee Seats
Manhattan's Mayor wants another go, and the Board of Trustees will inevitably be shuffled a bit in the April 1, 2025 election.

MANHATTAN, IL — With the nominating petition filing deadline now passed, a ballot has taken shape for the April 1, 2025 consolidated election in Manhattan.
Incumbent Mayor Mike Adrieansen will run again, facing challenger and current trustee Dave Beemsterboer.
Beemsterboer's candidacy for mayor after more than 20 years as trustee opens his seat, and sitting trustee Ron Adamski announced in early-October that he would not seek re-election after one term.
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With Trustee Justin Young's term expiring, he said in September he'd seek another. Also looking to secure spots in Village leadership are Jennifer Bahena, Tom Biscan, Clint Boone, Heather Falkenthal, Paula Gibbs, and Michael Naughton—all running for trustee. Voters will choose three.
Running for clerk is Rebecca Bouck. Current clerk Shelly Lewis will not seek re-election.
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