2006 Sioux Falls mayoral election
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The 2006 Sioux Falls mayoral election took place on April 25, 2006, following a primary election on April 11, 2006. Incumbent Mayor Dave Munson announced on February 2, 2006, that he would not seek re-election following a campaign finance controversy.[1] Accordingly, a crowded race formed to succeed him. However, Munson changed his mind and announced he would seek a second term on March 16.[2] Munson placed first in the primary, winning 28 percent of the vote. He advanced to the general election with Bruce Halverson, the President of Augustana College. Munson narrowly defeated Halverson, 52–48 percent, a margin of 891 votes, to win his second and final term as mayor.
Candidates
- Dave Munson, incumbent Mayor[2]
- Bruce R. Halverson, President of Augustana College[3]
- Vernon Brown, City Councilmember[4]
- Darrin Smith, City Councilmember[5]
- Casey Murschel, State Representative[6]
- Mitch Richter, former State Representative[7]
- Bob Jamison, City Councilmember, 2002 candidate for Mayor[8]
- Lora L. Hubbel, alternative health care provider[9]
- Dan Christopherson, voting activist, satirical candidate[2]
- Janoct Ajda, businessman[10]
- Darrel E. Viereck, commercial real estate broker[11]
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan | Dave Munson (inc.) | 8,423 | 27.99% | |
| Nonpartisan | Bruce R. Halverson | 6,374 | 21.18% | |
| Nonpartisan | Vernon Brown | 5,468 | 18.17% | |
| Nonpartisan | Darrin Smith | 3,729 | 12.39% | |
| Nonpartisan | Casey Murschel | 1,701 | 5.65% | |
| Nonpartisan | Mitch Richter | 1,690 | 5.62% | |
| Nonpartisan | Bob Jamison | 1,620 | 5.38% | |
| Nonpartisan | Lora L. Hubbel | 662 | 2.20% | |
| Nonpartisan | Dan Christopherson | 216 | 0.72% | |
| Nonpartisan | Janoct Ajda | 133 | 0.44% | |
| Nonpartisan | Darrel E. Viereck | 79 | 0.26% | |
| Total votes | 30,095 | 100.00% | ||
General election
Results
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan | Dave Munson (inc.) | 13,983 | 51.65% | |
| Nonpartisan | Bruce R. Halverson | 13,092 | 48.35% | |
| Total votes | 27,075 | 100.00% | ||
References
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (November 2, 2001). "Munson won't run". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1A. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- 1 2 3 Ellis, Jonathan (March 18, 2006). "Munson, 10 others in race for mayor". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1A. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (February 21, 2006). "Halverson makes candidacy for mayor official". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (February 9, 2006). "Brown joins candidates in mayoral race". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (February 10, 2006). "Third councilor joins mayoral race". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (January 7, 2006). "Murschel enters mayoral race". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (January 31, 2006). "Richter to run for mayor". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (February 7, 2006). "Jamison announces run for mayor". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (February 11, 2006). "Field for mayor rises to 6". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1B. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ Ellis, Jonathan (March 30, 2006). "Candidate's focus on people embraces elderly, racial diversity". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. p. 1A. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ "Election primer: Mayor's race". Argus Leader. Sioux Falls, South Dakota. April 9, 2006. p. 5A. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ "Sioux Falls SD - City/School Election - April 11, 2006". Sioux Falls City Clerk. April 11, 2006. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
- ↑ "City of Sioux Falls SD - Secondary (Runoff) Election - April 25, 2006". Sioux Falls City Clerk. April 27, 2006. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
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