Mitchellville Fills Vacant Council Seats, Restores Quorum

Three new members join the city council after special election.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Voters in Mitchellville, Iowa filled three vacant seats on the city council in a special election held on Tuesday, February 17. The new council members, Morgan Lunn, Steve Zook, and Dean Brand, will restore a quorum and allow the council to resume normal operations.

Why it matters

City councils across the Des Moines metro area play a crucial role in local governance, and the lack of a quorum can prevent a council from making important decisions on behalf of the community. The special election in Mitchellville ensures the city government can function effectively again.

The details

The three new Mitchellville City Council members, Morgan Lunn, Steve Zook, and Dean Brand, were elected to fill seats that had been vacant, preventing the council from reaching a quorum and conducting business. The special election was held on February 17 to restore the council to full strength.

  • The special election in Mitchellville took place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
  • The new council members, Morgan Lunn, Steve Zook, and Dean Brand, will begin their terms immediately.

The players

Morgan Lunn

One of the three new Mitchellville City Council members elected in the February 17 special election.

Steve Zook

One of the three new Mitchellville City Council members elected in the February 17 special election.

Dean Brand

One of the three new Mitchellville City Council members elected in the February 17 special election.

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The takeaway

The special election in Mitchellville demonstrates the importance of maintaining a fully staffed city council to ensure effective local governance. The new council members will be tasked with addressing the community's priorities and moving the city forward.