Fayetteville to Elect New Ward 3 Council Member
Voters will decide between Hayley Hall and Andrew Brink for the Fayetteville City Council seat on November 3, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in City Hall
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Fayetteville residents will head to the polls on November 3, 2026, to choose a new representative for the Ward 3 City Council seat. Candidates Hayley Hall and Andrew Brink are competing for the nonpartisan position, which offers a four-year term.
Why it matters
The Ward 3 seat is a critical local role, representing a district that encompasses major landmarks including the Washington Regional Medical Center, Northwest Arkansas Mall, Gulley Park, and Lake Fayetteville. The outcome will determine local legislative representation for the area.
Council members in Fayetteville earn an annual salary of $19,846 for a four-year term. Currently, 10 candidates are competing for various municipal offices in this election cycle.
The players
Hayley Hall
She is a 36-year-old candidate for the Ward 3 City Council seat who works as a children and family coordinator for Circles NWA.
Andrew Brink
He is a 34-year-old banker and current planning commissioner running for the Ward 3 City Council seat.
The details
Candidates Hayley Hall, 36, and Andrew Brink, 34, are participating in a series of interviews to address city issues as the municipal election approaches. Hall serves as a children and family coordinator for the nonprofit Circles NWA, while Brink is a banker and current planning commissioner.
Timeline
Hayley Hall announced her candidacy in the summer of 2025.
Early voting began on October 19, 2026.
Election Day is scheduled for November 3, 2026.
Political Context
Opponents of the current city council structure argue that nonpartisan elections can obscure the broader policy priorities of candidates. Critics suggest that party affiliations provide voters with clearer ideological cues in local decision-making.
Residents of Ward 3 will be directly impacted by the policies championed by the winner regarding local infrastructure and district amenities. Voters should verify their polling location as early voting is already underway.
The takeaway
Voters should review candidate statements during the interview cycle to understand individual policy approaches for Ward 3. Preparation before the November 3 deadline ensures that residents contribute to the long-term leadership of Fayetteville.
What happens next
The Fayetteville Flyer will publish a new story each day during the week of October 20, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local governance in our City Hall section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fayetteville Flyer.
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