Newcomer Freeman, incumbents Huynh, Knudson victorious in 2025 Coralville City Council race

Katie Freeman won a seat on the Coralville City Council, joining incumbents Hai Huynh and Mike Knudson after a competitive election. Freeman, an animal caretaker, received 1,487 votes, emphasizing affordable housing and food security as key issues. Huynh, the top vote-getter with 2,247 votes, expressed her commitment to providing excellent services despite budget constraints. Knudson, who earned 1,965 votes, aims to complete local development projects while enhancing sustainability. Freeman's campaign utilized both face-to-face interactions and social media to engage residents.

All three members will serve until 2029, as the city faces challenges related to funding and community needs. They each expressed a desire to improve social services and housing options for Coralville residents. The election results reflect a significant voter turnout and engagement in local governance.