Lyons April 7 municipal election: Two mayoral, nine trustee hopefuls

Lyons will hold a mail ballot election for mayor and six trustees on Tuesday.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 11:38am

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Lyons will hold a mail ballot election for mayor and six trustees on Tuesday. There are two mayoral candidates on the ballot, and nine candidates for trustee. There are no ballot measures this election cycle. Voters can select up to six candidates for trustee and one for mayor. Lyons' current mayor, Hollie Rogan, is approaching the end of her term.

Why it matters

The Lyons municipal election will determine the town's leadership and priorities for the next two years, with critical issues like infrastructure funding, economic development, and preserving the town's character at stake.

The details

Ballots were mailed to all registered voters who live within the town limits on March 16. If you are not yet registered to vote and/or did not receive a mail-in ballot, it is not too late to register. Visit the Town Clerk's Office at Town Hall, 432 Fifth Ave., to have a replacement ballot issued. Ballots can be dropped off at the town hall's 24-hour ballot drop box any time by end of day Tuesday.

  • Ballots were mailed to all registered voters who live within the town limits on March 16.
  • The election will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

The players

Mark Browning

One of the two mayoral candidates on the ballot.

Paula Williams

One of the two mayoral candidates on the ballot.

Tanya Daty

One of the nine trustee candidates on the ballot.

Julie Jacobs

One of the nine trustee candidates on the ballot.

Greg Lowell

One of the nine trustee candidates on the ballot.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.