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Emergency Alert 07-17-2026: THIS IS ONLY INFORMATIONAL - NOT A TRUE EMERGENT ALERT. CANDIDATE FILING IS OPEN UNTIL 5PM ON JULY 28TH, 2026. CONTACT CITY HALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO FILE. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: THE ELECTIONS SECTION OF OUR WEBSITES GOVERNMENT PAGE.
Notice 07-17-2026 : Reminder to be aware of wasps this time of year as they get very aggressive. There have been reports of them at the boat landing, public works is doing what they can but there is no nest, it seems they are gathering to make their nests. Please be cautious.

2026 Election Dates:

State Primary Election: August 11, 2026
General Election: November 3, 2026

The polling place for residents in Backus City limits is located at:
CASS COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER
303 MINNESOTA AVE W
WALKER, MN 56484
 
If you want to verify your polling place click here and enter your home address: MN Voting Information Poll Finder
 

NEW THIS YEAR: in accordance with Minnesota State Statute, candidates at the time of filing must present a valid ID photo with current name and address OR present a photo ID (can be expired) and one approved document with current name and address. 

Approved documents with current name and address include:

- Bill, account, or start of service statement due/dated within 30 days of the beginning of the candidate filing period, such as:

  • Phone, TV, or internet
  • Solid waste, sewer, electric, gas, or water
  • Banking or credit card
  • Rent or mortgage

- Residential lease or rent agreement valid through Election Day

- Current student fee statement



Important election notices and samples can be found below.