Clay County Commissioner Jenny Mongeau to run for reelection

Mongeau has served on the Clay County Commission for 12 years and plans to focus on strengthening services, investing in infrastructure, and meeting growing community needs.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

Clay County Commissioner Jenny Mongeau has announced that she will be running for reelection. Mongeau has represented the county's third district, which includes Barnesville, Comstock, Sabin, and a portion of South Moorhead, for the past 12 years. She plans to continue advocating for Clay County and ensuring the community's needs are heard at the state and federal level.

Why it matters

As a long-serving county commissioner, Mongeau's reelection bid signals her commitment to maintaining a strong local government voice and addressing the evolving needs of Clay County residents. Her priorities of strengthening services, investing in infrastructure, and positioning the county for growth are crucial for the region's future.

The details

Mongeau has been on the Clay County Commission for 12 years and believes counties must have a strong voice to advocate for their communities when state or federal decisions impact local abilities to serve residents. She plans to continue prioritizing strengthening county services, investing in infrastructure, and positioning Clay County to meet growing needs.

  • Mongeau will host a 'Coffee with the Commissioner' event on Wednesday, February 25 from 7:00 to 9:30 a.m. at Twenty Below Coffee Co. in Moorhead.

The players

Jenny Mongeau

Clay County Commissioner representing the county's third district, which includes Barnesville, Comstock, Sabin, and a portion of South Moorhead.

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The takeaway

Mongeau's reelection bid demonstrates her commitment to maintaining a strong local government voice and addressing the evolving needs of Clay County residents through priorities like strengthening services, investing in infrastructure, and positioning the county for growth.