A resident of McGregor is leading an effort to recall the city's mayor. The recall petition cites concerns about water management and transparency. It also mentions recent industrial development, including a new data center project.

The petition claims the city has over-pumped its aquifer for three years in a row. It argues that residents have not had enough say in major decisions, including those affecting the community's long-term water supply. Further details about the recall effort and the concerns of McGregor residents are available from local news sources.