Redistricting Pits Two Sitting Aldermen for One Seat

Editor's note: This article has been updated. The original article stated that Ald. David Larson is the only candidate in the 6th District, when he will actually face newcomer Tim Schwister.

Two candidates have emerged to face off for the opening 4th District aldermanic spot left vacant because of , pinning two incumbents against each other.

Ald. Paul Neumyer of the former 2nd District and Ald. Burt Babcock of the former 4th District both are now in the 2nd District, and both are seeking to win that seat.

"I think I've done a good job fielding complaints," Neumeyer said of his 4 1/2 years holding the position. "I don't have a bad thing to say about Burt, it's just unfortunate I ended up (against him)."

will face incumbent Dave Larson for the 6th District position.

Douglas Biggs is the only candidate seeking the 4th District spot. Biggs did not immediately return a message seeking comment.

Port Washington aldermen make $3,750 annually and serve two-year terms.

Nomination forms with signatures are due by Tuesday. If more than three people file the appropriate paperwork, a primary election would be held Feb. 21.

The top two vote-getters in the primary will advance to the April 3 general election, for the Port Washington Common Council, Saukville Village Board and the Port Washington-Saukville School Board.