The deadline for candidate registration for the November 2009 election has now passed, and apparently the recent public outcry concerning the possible increase in utility rates has contributed to the largest number of candidates running for Galion City Council in recent memory. A full slate will also be presented to voters in the Galion City School District.

Four City Council seats are being contested in November – those of Council President Richard Swain (elected at-large), as well as At-Large Councilwoman Roberta Wade, 2nd Ward Councilman Walter Keib, and 4th Ward Councilwoman Cathy George. According to the Bucyrus Telegaph-Forum, the races will apparently involve a total of 10 candidates, including 6 running for 2 at-large seats. The 2nd Ward race will be unconstested, and the 4th Ward race will involve 3 … Read the rest

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