With two seats on the Delaware County Council opening in November, Republicans are hoping to capitalize on community discontent over a recent 23% tax increase to reclaim one or two seats. While Democrats currently hold a majority on the board, which oversees a budget of over $386 million, Republicans see an opportunity to exploit voter frustration. Both parties are in the early stages of candidate selection, with the Democratic county chair suggesting incumbent Councilmember Brian Womack is likely to receive the party's endorsement.
Two seats on the Delaware County Council will be open in November. Republicans think tax increases give them a chance.swept the county board, which had been under Republican control since the Civil War. They easily held onto all five seats in 2021 and 2023.But Republicans are hoping to exploit community frustration over tax increases this year to regain one or two seats on the board, which oversees a more than $386 million budget.
Frank Agovino, chair of the Delaware County GOP, said several individuals have approached him to express interest in running. Agovino said he’s hoping the party will have a candidate by February but gave no details on who may be running.
Several candidates appear prepared to defend the increase by pointing to county services like the Health Department that were established as a direct result of Democratic leadership.
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