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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)September 1, 2026Hillsborough

Holtville cancels municipal council election after only two candidates register

The City of Holtville has canceled its November 3 municipal council election because only two candidates filed for the two available seats. Consequently, Mike Goodsell and Stacy Britschgi will be appointed to four-year terms starting December 9 without a public vote.

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Why It Matters

Residents will not vote for council members in the upcoming election, and the city will avoid the financial costs associated with holding an uncontested race.

Key Facts

  • The Holtville municipal council election scheduled for November 3 is canceled.
  • Cancellation occurred because only two candidates registered for two available seats.
  • Mike Goodsell and Stacy Britschgi will be appointed to four-year terms.
  • The new terms for the appointed council members begin on December 9.
  • The city will avoid election costs by canceling the uncontested race.
  • A vacancy remains on the council following the resignation of John Munger in July.
  • The city has not yet determined the process to fill the vacancy left by John Munger.

Who's Mentioned

locationHoltville“The city where the election cancellation occurred.”personMike Goodsell“Incumbent council member appointed to a new four-year term.”personJohn Munger“Former council member who resigned in July.”personStacy Britschgi“Candidate appointed to a four-year council term.”