"Minnesota Voters Decide Fate of City Halls, School Boards, and Minneapolis City Council on Election Day"
Voters in Minnesota are heading to the polls to shape the leadership of city halls and school boards. The odd-year election includes mayoral races in fifteen cities, with Bloomington and Duluth being the largest. Incumbents are seeking new terms in both cities, while St. Louis Park and Golden Valley will have new mayors. Minneapolis and St. Paul city councils are also guaranteed to get new members. The election will also decide the direction of housing, public safety, and other city services. Additionally, school districts have questions on capital project levies and operating levies on their local ballots. Voter turnout is expected to be lower than next year's presidential election, but efforts have been made to increase awareness and participation, including allowing people with felony convictions to vote.