Village of South Russell Council Seat Vacancy
The Village of South Russell Council has an unexpected vacancy due to Council Member Misha Alexander moving out of the Village, leaving the remainder of her term unfilled. Village Council will be accepting applications to fill this vacant seat. The appointed term will expire on December 31, 2029.
To be eligible, applicants must be a qualified elector, a registered voter, and a resident of the Village of South Russell for at least one (1) year.
The Village is seeking candidates who are resident-focused, work well in a collaborative environment, and are committed to the continual improvement of the community. Applicants should be able to thoughtfully evaluate a variety of Village matters and make decisions in the best interest of South Russell residents.
Council meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month, with the exception of June, July, August, and December, when only one meeting is held on the third Monday. Additionally, Council members serve on several committees each of which meet monthly during business hours.
Interested Village residents should submit a resume, a letter of interest, and answer the four questions below via email to: fiscalofficer@southrussell.com no later than 4 p.m. on February 10, 2026.
- Please list three (3) qualities you would bring to Council.
- Please list three (3) ways the Village of South Russell can improve services to the community.
- What are some Council decisions you have agreed with, and why?
- What are some Council decisions you have disagreed with, and why?
The Village of South Russell elected officials are committed to provide an effective, fiscally responsible local government focused upon serving our residents. We have adopted the following mission statement to stay focused upon the most crucial aspects:
The Mission of South Russell Village
Providing a high level of essential services.
Planning for future needs while preserving the character of the Village.
Promoting an attitude of professionalism and impartiality among Village officials and employees in a fiscally responsible manner.