2025 Municipal election candidates

The Municipal General Election is Tuesday, June 3, 2025, from 7 am to 7 pm.

Please continue to scroll for polling locations and information.

📬 Absentee voting is now open at Brighton Park. In addition to weekdays from 8 am – 4 pm, you can submit your absentee vote at Brighton Park:

✅ Saturday, May 24, 2025
✅ Saturday, May 31, 2025
🕗 From 8:00 A.M. to Noon

Mayor

William C. Purdie (R)

Alderman-at-Large

Robert L. Chapman (R)

Dr. James Warren (D)

Ward 1 Alderman

Karen P. Godfrey (R)

Ward 2 Alderman

T.J. McSparrin (R)

Ward 3 Alderman

Amanda M. Jones (R)

Ward 4 Alderman

Chip Wilbanks (R)

Kevin Anderson (D)

Ward 5 Alderman

Beverly E. Oliver (R)

Hayden S. King (I)

Ward 6 Alderman

James Lott, III (D)

Aldermen Debate Forums

Before you vote on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, watch the candidate debate forums for the contested races. These forums include the races for Alderman-at-Large, as well as those for Ward 4 and Ward 5.

2025 General Election - Sample Ballot Ward 1

Sample Ballots

Want to see what your ballot will look like before you vote? Preview the races and candidates specific to your ward with our sample ballots. Reviewing your ballot ahead of time helps you make informed decisions and saves time at the polls.

Ward 1 Sample Ballot

Ward 2 Sample Ballot

Ward 3 Sample Ballot

Ward 4 Sample Ballot

Ward 5 Sample Ballot

Ward 6 Sample Ballot

Republican Party

Democratic Party

Ward 3 Republican Primary

Ward 3 is the only Ward with more than one Republican candidate. On March 17, the three candidates participated in a forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters. If you live in Ward 3, cast your ballot on April 1 at Traceway Park from 7 am to 7 pm.

Where do I vote?

Knowing where to vote during local, state, and federal elections can be confusing. To find your polling location to cast your ballot in the 2025 municipal election on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, visit My Election Day (state.ms.us).