Isanti Voter GuideMayor · Nov 3, 2026
Isanti, Minnesota · Nonpartisan

Who's running for mayor?

A plain-language guide to the two candidates on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Mayor of Isanti: who they are, what they've said, and where their campaign money came from. Every fact links to its source.

Nov 3Election Day: Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026Most polls open 7 a.m. · all close 8 p.m. · voting hours (MN SOS)
Meet the candidatesFollow the money
The race

On your ballot

Official ballot · City of IsantiGeneral election · Nov 3, 2026
Office
Mayor of Isanti

A nonpartisan seat: no party is listed on the ballot.

Ballotpedia: Luke Merrill, 2026

Candidates (A–Z)

Christopher Brooks

Luke Merrill

Luke Merrill is the current mayor.

County News Review, Jul 23, 2026

Aug 11 primary: top two advanced
  • Luke Merrill604 (39.84%)
  • Christopher Brooks602 (39.71%)
  • Jeff Johnson207 (13.65%)
  • Joshua Augustine Lehn103 (6.79%)

Separated by 2 votes. Totals were unofficial until the county canvass.

Isanti-Chisago County Star: 2026 primary results

3 quick steps

How do I vote?

Tap an answer in each step. All voting details come from the Minnesota Secretary of State; check the linked pages for the full rules.

  1. Are you registered at your current address?

    If you're registered

    If you are already registered at your current address, you do not need to show ID to vote.

    MN SOS: Do I need to bring ID?

    If you're not registered, or you moved

    The advance registration deadline was Oct 13, but Minnesota lets you register at your polling place on Election Day. Bring proof of where you live, for example an ID with your current address, or a photo ID plus a bill or lease with your address. A registered voter from your precinct can also vouch for you.

    MN SOS: Register on Election Day

    If you're not sure

    The Secretary of State's registration page has a lookup to check your status. If you aren't registered, you can still register at your polling place on Election Day.

    MN SOS: Register to vote

  2. Where do I vote?

    Type your address into the state poll finder. It shows your polling place and a sample ballot.

    Find my polling placeIsanti polling places & precinct map

  3. When do I want to vote?

    Voting early

    Early voting, in person or by mail, runs Sept 18 through Nov 2, 2026. Your county or city election office lists where to vote early in person.

    MN SOS: Other ways to vote

    On Election Day, Tue Nov 3

    Most polling places open at 7 a.m., and all close at 8 p.m. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you can vote. Check with your city clerk to confirm when your polling place opens.

    MN SOS: Voting hours

Full guide: Minnesota Secretary of State: 2026 How to Vote (PDF)

Campaign money

Money at a glance

From the campaign finance reports posted by the City of Isanti, as of Oct 27, 2026.

Christopher Brooks
Received
$2,527.21
Spent
$2,671.04

Two reports, through Oct 23, 2026.

City of Isanti: Brooks report, Sep 24 – Oct 23, 2026 (PDF)

Luke Merrill
Received
$330.00
Spent
$1,491.53

One report, Jun 2 – Aug 11, 2026. The pre-general report (due Oct 24) was not posted as of Oct 27.

City of Isanti: Merrill report, Jun 2 – Aug 11, 2026 (PDF)

See donors, spending & filing notes

About this guide

How this guide works

Same questions for both

Each candidate gets the same sections in the same order, listed alphabetically.

Their own words

Positions are quoted or summarized from candidate questionnaires published by local newspapers.

Public records

Money figures come from reports filed with the City of Isanti. The city clerk's records are the official version.