TAKE A SEAT. The Eau Claire City Council is now accepting applications for the District 2 seat following Emily Anderson's resignation announcement earlier this month. All application documents must be submitted to the City Clerk by 4:30pm on April 2.

As Wisconsinites gear up for the 2026 Spring Election, which includes the closely-watched state Supreme Court race, Chippewa Vallians can expect to vote on a number of school board, county board, and city council seats (including the Eau Claire City Council President race). Before then, though, some locals have the rare opportunity to apply for an Eau Claire City Council seat.

District 2 councilperson Emily Anderson announced her resignation a week ago, stating “a need to focus on other professional and personal responsibilities.”

“It has been an honor to serve the people of Eau Claire over the last eight years and to collaborate with dedicated City staff and Council colleagues,” Anderson shared with area media outlets and the City of Eau Claire. 

“Many city governments in Wisconsin, including Eau Claire, are facing financial challenges largely due to the state choosing to keep an increasing portion of our tax revenue,” Anderson continued. “But despite this very real challenge, I encourage anyone who wants to feel hopeful about the state of American democracy to get involved in our local government, where they will find shared decision-making, civility, transparency and a commitment to public service.”

In a unanimous vote, the city council moved to appoint an individual to the District 2 seat for the remainder of its term – through April 2027 – and is now accepting applications from residents.

“It seems to me that there is only one of these (resolution options) that makes a good amount of sense,” Aaron Brewster, Eau Claire City Council member for District 3 said at the March 10 legislative session. “Having a special election in the fall would mean that the person (elected) would serve for a few months before they would have to go into election mode again.

“That doesn't seem like the best use of our time, as well as leaving (the position) open,” he continued.

Qualified electors of District 2 who are interested, are encouraged to submit an application to the City Clerk's office via email or through USPS. The deadline to submit any interest inquiries will be on April 2, in which the office will review submissions and forward applicants to the Eau Claire City Council staff.

City Council shared that a vote will occur at the April 14 legislative session; the elected District 2 council member will officially join on the following Tuesday, April 21.

Applicants Sought for City Council Vacancy

Post Date: 03/12/2026

The Eau Claire City Council is accepting letters of interest from residents of Eau Claire Aldermanic District 2 to fill the vacant District 2 Council seat. The appointment will run through April 20, 2027. Annual compensation for the position is $8,000 ($666 per month) plus mileage and phone reimbursement.

Council legislative sessions are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 4:00 p.m. Public Hearings are held the preceding Monday at 6:00 p.m. The successful candidate would also be expected to attend meetings of any board, committee or commission they may be appointed to.

Interested residents must submit a letter of interest (resume optional) to the City Clerk containing the following information:

• Applicant’s name and address
• Telephone number and / or other method of contact (ex. email address)
• Brief statement (approximately one page) indicating:
  • Interest in serving as the Aldermanic District 2 City Council Member
  • That the applicant meets the minimum requirements for being appointed to the position (applicable age, residency in District 2, voting qualification and citizenship requirements)
  • What contribution or perspective they can bring to the City Council
  • What other city or civic committee(s) they have served on, or other experience related to the position, if any
  • Vision to support or enhance the city’s vision, mission, and strategic plan which can be found at this link https://www.eauclairewi.gov/our-city/vision-mission-values

Letters must be received in the City Clerk’s office by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 2. Eligible applicants will be invited to an interview with Council Monday, April 13, at 6:00 p.m. The Council will consider the appointment at their Legislative Session on Tuesday, April 14, at 4:00 p.m. Letters can be submitted to the Eau Claire City Clerk in-person, via U.S. Postal Service or via e-mail.

Address: 
Eau Claire City Clerk 
City Hall, 3rd Floor 
203 S. Farwell St. 
Eau Claire WI 54701

Phone: 715-839-4912

Email Address: Nicholas.Koerner@EauClaireWI.gov

Additional information (including the Strategic Plan, Budget, etc.) may be found on the City of Eau Claire’s website at www.EauClaireWI.gov. 

Call or email the City Clerk with questions.

Learn more about the Eau Claire City Council online at www.eauclairewi.gov/government/city-council.