Want to run for Sheridan City Council? Mayor? City Clerk?
The deadline to run is Wednesday, August 5.
It's not too late to run. You just have to work fast.
To run a person goes to the Grant County Courthouse and get forms, including a petition, from the election coordinator.
Thirty signatures of registered voters who live in the city of Sheridan are required on the petition. It is recommended to get more; 45 is a good number in case some people are the petition do not qualify as voters.
Other forms that a candidate must fill out include:
Then turn the forms in to the clerk by August 5 at the courthouse.
Three City Council positions are opened. All three are at-large positions, but the person running must live in the ward they are representing.
Long-time member Jim Lancaster, who also serves as chairman of the city’s Planning Commission, is retiring after two stints on the council. Lancaster first served on City Council for 28 years from 1966 until 1994. He then was elected to the Arkansas House as a Democrat and served three two-year terms from 1997 until 2003. Lancaster served three years on Grant County Quorum Court to fill out the term of a member who resigned. In 2012, Lancaster was again elected to the city council.
Member Morgan House has opted not to run. House was appointed to her seat on April 4, 2023 to finish out David Damron’s term because he moved out of his ward.
Justin Wise was appointed on Oct. 7, 2025, after member Lynn Camp retired. Wise is running for the seat he currently holds. Wise, whose father was the late Mayor Joe Wise, said he will continue to serve his constituents. So far, no one has filed against Justin Wise.
“When I was nominated to fill the vacancy on the Sheridan City Council, my goal was simple: step up and serve my neighbors and community I care so deeply about. Serving our residents has been an incredible privilege and a truly rewarding experience. I’m asking for the community’s support and vote in this upcoming election so we can continue building on that momentum and serving the people of Sheridan.”
Nattin announced on Facebook last week he had filed for re-election. He wrote, “Serving as your mayor has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Together, we’ve celebrated successes, worked through challenges, and made meaningful progress for our community. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of Sheridan.
“If the citizens of Sheridan choose to entrust me with another term, I will continue to lead with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to doing what I believe is right, even when it is difficult.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported me, encouraged me, and prayed for me over the past several years. I would appreciate your continued prayers for wisdom, humility, and discernment as we move forward together.”
Remember, only City residents can run for positions, vote for the positions and sign the petitions to get a candidate on the ballot.
Other forms other than the petition that must be completed are: a political pledge, an affidavit of eligibility, a campaign contribution form and a statement of financial interest. The positions are non-partisan, which means no party fees must be paid.
If you are interested in running for office, you can obtain forms from the county election office in the Grant County Courthouse.