On Tuesday, Auburn residents headed to the polls and returned Mayor Ron Anders, Jr. to the mayor’s office with a decisive 4,174 votes, far surpassing his opponent Robert Wilkins, who received 1,209 votes. Anders, first elected in 2018 after six years on the city council representing Ward 2, will continue to lead the city for another term beginning November 2.
Council Races Confirm Continuity and New Faces
Voters also affirmed the composition of the city council. In Ward 5, incumbent Sonny Moreman was re‑elected with 431 votes, defeating challengers Toshiro Jackson (147 votes) and Michael Menese (98 votes). Ward 8 saw Tommy Dawson retain his seat, earning 403 votes against Augustus Ayers, who garnered 258 votes.
The only new council member will be Kirsten Milenkovitch, who will represent Ward 2 after longtime councilman Kelley Griswold chose not to run again. Milenkovitch joins a slate of council members who faced no opposition, including Ward 1 Councilwoman Connie Taylor, Ward 3 Councilwoman Beth Witten, Ward 4 Councilman Tyler Adams, Ward 6 Councilman Bob Parsons, and Ward 7 Councilman Max Coblentz.
What This Means for Auburn
Mayor Anders’ continued leadership promises stability for ongoing projects and initiatives that have shaped Auburn over the past six years. His administration has emphasized responsible fiscal management, support for local businesses, and maintaining the city’s high quality of life for families. With the council largely unchanged, the governing body is positioned to advance its existing agenda without the disruption of a major turnover.
Residents can expect the new term to begin on November 2, when the mayor and council members will be sworn in. The city will continue to hold regular council meetings, providing opportunities for community members to voice concerns and stay informed about municipal decisions.
Upcoming Civic Opportunities
As the new term starts, Auburn citizens are encouraged to stay engaged with city‑government meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions. The council’s website will post agendas and minutes, ensuring transparency and allowing families to monitor how local policies affect schools, public safety, and neighborhood development.
For those interested in future elections, the city clerk’s office will provide information on candidate filing deadlines, voter registration, and polling locations well before the next election cycle.
Original reporting: Alabama News Network — read the source article.
