Oakland to Hold Elections on November 3
Residents will cast ballots for local council, school board, and a mobile home rent referendum.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Elections
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Oakland voters head to the polls on November 3, 2026, to decide on town council candidates, school board representation, and a ballot initiative regarding lot rent stabilization. The municipal election coincides with votes for county and state representatives.
Why it matters
The proposed referendum on mobile home rent stability emerges following a resident-led effort to address rising costs, including a 50% increase at Breens Mobile Home Park in less than two years.
Voters will weigh in on candidates for the town council, one Regional School Unit 18 school board seat, and three open positions on the Budget and Advisory Committee. The referendum aims to address lot rent surges exceeding 50% over a two-year period.
The players
Bob Nutting
He is the incumbent town council member whose seat is currently up for election.
Joanne Mason
She is the Democratic candidate running for the position of county treasurer.
Monte Sylvester
He is the Republican candidate seeking election to the office of county treasurer.
Matthew Boucher
He is the incumbent Republican register of deeds running for re-election.
Kevin Lamoreau
He is the Democratic candidate challenging for the office of register of deeds.
The details
Oakland residents can cast their ballots in person on Election Day at the fire station located at 15 Fairfield St. or via absentee ballot. Voters also have the option to use an online address-based tool to preview their specific ballot choices for the county and state contests.
Timeline
Early in-person and absentee voting closes October 29, 2026.
Polls are open on November 3, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Political Context
The push for local rent stabilization reflects a growing trend in municipal politics where voters are increasingly asked to decide on housing affordability measures directly. This initiative contrasts with the position of some property owners who argue that such mandates interfere with private market operations.
Residents must complete early voting by October 29 to avoid the Election Day rush at the 15 Fairfield St. polling location. The passage of the rent referendum could directly impact monthly housing costs for those residing in mobile home parks.
The takeaway
Voters should review their specific ballot ahead of time using available address-based search tools to prepare for the variety of local and county contests. Preparing in advance ensures that residents are fully informed on the specific mechanics of the rent referendum before arriving at the polling station.
Further reading
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Live Poll
Should your local government regulate rent increases for mobile home park lots?
