(KNZA)--There will be contested races this November for the positions of Hiawatha mayor and Commissioner of Finance on the Hiawatha City Commission.

The Brown County Clerk's Office reports Brian Shefferd, who currently serves as Commissioner of Utilities, filed Thursday for the position of Mayor.

Shefferd joins current Commissioner of Streets and Parks Becky Shamburg in seeking the position, which is currently held by Bill Collins.

Meanwhile, the County Clerk's Office reports Thomas Martin filed Thursday for the position of Commissioner of Finance.  Martin joins incumbent David Middendorf in vying for the position.

Candidates have until noon, June 1 to file at the Brown County Clerk's office.

A primary election will be held August 2, if needed.

The general election is November 8.