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Ken Effinger
Irondale City Mayor
About the Office
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Aug 26, 2025
About Me
Party
Nonpartisan
Occupation
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My Top Issues
Environment / Energy
We will test water in every district and take immediate action to eliminate harmful contaminants.
Housing
No more apartment complexes or high-density developments in residential areas or near our rivers.
Government Reform
As mayor, I will take no salary, no city vehicle, no insurance, and no retirement.
Taxes / Budget
I will oppose all increases to property taxes.
Taxes / Budget
I will eliminate wasteful spending and will be a good steward of your taxpayer dollars.
Taxes / Budget
To attract and grow local businesses—especially restaurants—I will eliminate the occupational tax for new and existing businesses.
Government Reform
We will appoint a professional to manage daily operations and increase efficiency.
Taxes / Budget
Residents should not have to pay extra for basic services like trash pickup.
Government Reform
Public records will be made available to any citizen within 72 hours of request—no delays, no red tape.
Who I'm Running Against
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