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Iowa State Representative and Local Races on the Ballot
As the November elections approach tomorrow, Iowans will head to the polls to cast their votes for various state and local offices, including key races for the Iowa State Legislature, county positions, and crucial constitutional amendments.
State Representative Races
In District 4, voters will choose between incumbent Democrat Ryan Melton and Republican challenger Randy Feenstra.
The Iowa State Senate will see competition in District 6, where Republican Jason Schultz faces Libertarian David Davis. In District 8, Democrat Ryan Rosenfeld is up against Republican Mark Costello.
The Iowa State House has several notable contests:
- District 12: Democrat Dustin Durbin takes on Republican Steven Holt.
- District 15: Benjamin Schauer, a Democrat, faces Republican Matt Windschitl.
- District 11: Craig Steven Williams, a Republican, competes against Democrat Jeff Rich.
- District 7: Republican Mike Sexton goes head-to-head with Independent Martin Podraza.
- District 13: Rosanne Plante (Democrat) faces off against Travis Sitzmann (Republican) and Independent Parker Hansen.
Local Races
Crawford County residents will vote for three trustee positions on the Crawford County Hospital Board, with candidates Rich Knowles, Amy Schultz, Jon Shuttinga, and David Reisz vying for the roles.
In Ida County, voters will select their next auditor from candidates Charlys Folk and Kristi Gilbert.
Carroll County's Board of Supervisors District 5 will see Mark McCrea and Cindy Johnson competing for the seat.
Constitutional Amendments
Iowans will also weigh in on two significant constitutional amendments:
- Voting Eligibility Amendment: This proposal restricts voting in all elections to U.S. citizens aged 18 and older while allowing 17-year-olds who will turn 18 by the General Election to vote in the primary.
- Lieutenant Governor Succession Amendment: This amendment clarifies the role of the lieutenant governor in cases of temporary or permanent disability of the governor, ensuring a clear line of succession.
Community College Proposition
Additionally, voters in Merged Area XIII, encompassing several counties including Crawford and Pottawattamie, will decide on a proposition allowing the Iowa Western Community College Board of Directors to issue up to $55 million in general obligation bonds. This funding aims to support the construction of a new academic building and improvements to existing facilities.
As the election date nears, community engagement and voter turnout will be crucial in shaping the future of Iowa's leadership and policies.
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