Photo by Cameron Healy
Voters in the Town of Kenneth City will elect a mayor in the 2026 municipal election. Former Council member Bonnie Noble is running against current Interim Mayor Bob Arrison.
The race comes after a year of leadership changes, including the resignation of former Mayor Megan Zemaitis and subsequent council decisions clarifying how vacancies are filled under the town charter.
Following Maria Solanki’s withdrawal from the race, there are no contested City Council seats on the March ballot. Incumbent council members Jensyn Schmidt and Don Kinney are unopposed and will retain their seats.
Meet Your 2026 Kenneth City Mayoral Candidates
The Gabber Newspaper reached out to the mayoral candidates, asking for a short introduction, and a photo of themselves.
Here is what the 2026 Kenneth City Mayoral candidates said:
Photo courtesy of Bonne Noble
Bonnie Noble
“Bonnie A. Noble is a longtime Kenneth City resident, former Vice Mayor, and U.S. Air Force veteran running for Mayor of Kenneth City.
“During her time on the City Council, Noble focused on practical improvements including pedestrian safety, responsible financial management, and thoughtful use of federal ARPA funds to support parks, recreation, and technology upgrades. Her approach emphasizes transparency, fiscal responsibility, and preserving Kenneth City’s small-town character.
“Noble supports community-focused decision-making, public safety, and smart investments that enhance quality of life for residents. She is known locally for her accessibility and engagement, often connecting with neighbors while walking in town.
“Committed to steady leadership and collaboration, Bonnie A. Noble is seeking to continue serving Kenneth City with experience, integrity, and a focus on results that matter.”
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Bob Arrison hopes to keep the mayoral seat in Kenneth City.
Photo courtesy of Bob Arrison
Bob Arrison
I am currently Serving Mayor of the Town of Kenneth City. Service to our Town include Council member since 2023, and Vice Mayor in 2025.
Kenneth City was founded on April 30, 1957, and I have and will strive to always support the Town of Kenneth City’s Mission Statement as a safe, friendly, and beautiful small town dedicated to quality services, safety, financial strength, public trust, business development, and progress for the good of all citizens.
As a dedicated Public Servant with proven leadership and commitment to our Town, I have led initiatives to improve stormwater drainage, upgrade our parks, balanced budgets, promoted unity within the Town Council. I will always support our Police Department and Town Manager form of Government.
I believe in proactive, responsive leadership with total transparency and community engagement, focusing on citizens’ concerns with solving stormwater and street paving issues.
As a council member and serving mayor, I will continue as your mayor to serve all the citizens of Kenneth City with trustworthiness, and a willingness to listen to the concerns of all.
Previous experience includes service in United States Navy with three tours in Vietnam and 35 years holding numerous management positions within GTE/Verizon Corporation.
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