(Atlantic, Iowa) – Changes are coming ahead of the November City Elections. City Clerk Barb Barrick, Wednesday, explained to the City Council, the changes are a result of redistricing approved by the Iowa Legislature.

Barrick said with the change, Councilman James Behrens will have the opportunity to run for Atlantic’s 2nd Ward or, if he desires, the At Large position currently held by Elaine Otte. If he chooses not to run for either position, Ward 2 will still be required to have an election.

Barb Barrick said the changes also affect the Parks and Rec Board.

Remember also, the nomination filing period for City Office opens August 28th. Papers may be filed with the County Auditor’s Office. The filing deadline is 5-p.m. September 21st. The election is held November 7th. If there need to be a run-off election, that will be held on December 5th.