Elections

Municipal elections in the City of Lebanon are held annually to elect city officials who serve and represent our community. Elections are held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in April, with the next election scheduled for April 7, 2026.

Upcoming 2026 Election Details

  • Election Date: April 7, 2026
  • Last Day to Register to Vote: March 11, 2026
  • Filing Opened: December 9, 2025, 8:00 AM
  • Filing Closed: December 30, 2025, 5:00 PM
  • Final Certification Date: January 27, 2026

The City of Lebanon will elect the following officials in the 2026 election:

  • One Councilman Ward 1 – 2 Year Term
  • One Councilman Ward 2 – 2 Year Term
  • One Councilman Ward 3 – 2 Year Term
  • One Councilman Ward 4 – 2 Year Term

Filing Information for Candidates

Candidates interested in running for these positions must file their candidacy at the Office of the City Clerk, located at City Hall, 401 South Jefferson, Lebanon, MO.

  • Filing Fee: $3.00
  • Filing Period:
    • Opened: December 9, 2025
    • Closed: December 31, 2025, 5:00 PM

During the holiday season, the City Clerk’s Office will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Required Documentation:

At the time of filing, candidates must submit a notarized affidavit confirming no delinquency of local or state taxes. The affidavit form can be accessed here or picked up at the City Clerk’s Office. Candidates must submit the original affidavit to the Missouri Department of Revenue.

Municipal Offices and Qualifications


Mayor

  • Term Length: 4 Years
  • Qualifications:
    • Must be at least 30 years old.
    • Must be a U.S. citizen.
    • Must have been a resident of the City of Lebanon for at least two years before the election (RSMo 77.230).
  • Next Election: 2028

City Council

  • Term Length: 2 Years
  • Qualifications:
    • Must be at least 21 years old.
    • Must be a U.S. citizen.
    • Must have been a resident of the City for at least one year and a resident of the respective Ward for at least six months before the election (RSMo 77.060).

Municipal Judge

  • Term Length: 2 Years
  • Qualifications:
    • Must be at least 21 years old and under 75 years of age.
    • Must be licensed to practice law (RSMo 479.020).
  • Next Election: 2026

City Attorney

  • Term Length: 2 Years
  • Qualifications:
    • Must meet the qualifications outlined in the City Code of Ordinances (Section 2-230) and be licensed to practice law in Missouri (RSMo 479.120).
  • Next Election: 2026

Additional Election Resources

Contact Information

For questions or more information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (417) 991-2360 or (417) 991-2361 or visit City Hall at 401 South Jefferson, Lebanon, MO.

For detailed election information or assistance with filing, visit the Missouri Department of Revenue’s Affidavit Form page.