TOLEDO, Ohio — In a decisive victory, Anita Lopez has been elected as Lucas County Commissioner. Lopez secured 100,301votes, while her opponent, John Rozic, received 78,094 votes, according to unofficial and uncertified results from the Lucas County Board of Elections.
Lopez, a Democrat, has been serving as Lucas County Commissioner since January 2024, following her appointment to fill the unexpired term of Tina Skeldon Wozniak. With a background in law and previous experience as the Lucas County Auditor, Lopez’s campaign focused on economic development, public safety and streamlining government processes to support local businesses.
John Rozic, a Republican and member of the Waterville City Council, ran a strong campaign centered on fiscal responsibility and transparency.
The final, certified results will be available after all provisional ballots are counted and the official canvass is completed.
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