Lorain County Sample Ballot & Voter Guide 2026
18 candidates are on the November 3, 2026 ballot across 9 Lorain County races, led by the Lorain County Commissioner contest.
County offices
CommissionerJeff Riddell (R) · Carolyn Y. White (D) · Andrew Lipian (Independent)
Jeff Riddell (Republican), Carolyn Y. White (Democratic) and Andrew Lipian (Independent) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lorain County Commissioner.
Jeff Riddell Republican Incumbent
Jeff Riddell is the sitting Lorain County Commissioner, elected in 2022, seeking a second term, per the Chronicle-Telegram.
Carolyn Y. White Democratic
- Reviewing the county budget to ensure funds are distributed equitably across rural, urban, and suburban communities
- Economic development and securing quality, good-paying jobs
- Transparency and regular community meetings on county projects
Per the campaign site.
About Carolyn Y. White
White has more than 35 years of public service experience in Lorain County, including work as a bank manager and assistant vice president in mortgage and small business lending, a licensed investment representative and insurance agent, and service on city council, per the campaign site. She holds a bachelor's degree in management and labor relations from Cleveland State University, per the campaign site.
Andrew Lipian Independent
Andrew Lipian appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lorain County Commissioner, per the county elections office's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 10, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Andrew Lipian.
Incumbent Republican Jeff Riddell, elected commissioner in 2022, narrowly won renomination in the May 5, 2026 Republican primary over Will Schlechter (50.04% to 49.96%), per the Chronicle-Telegram. He faces Democrat Carolyn White, a former Lorain and Sheffield Village city council member who finished ahead of Brian Baker in the Democratic primary (50.8% to 49.2%), per the Chronicle-Telegram. Andrew Lipian filed as a write-in candidate.
Full race pageAuditorCraig Snodgrass (D) · Elaine M. Seguin (R)
Craig Snodgrass (Democratic) and Elaine M. Seguin (Republican) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Lorain County Auditor.
Craig Snodgrass Democratic Incumbent
Craig Snodgrass is the sitting Lorain County Auditor, a CPA and Certified Government Financial Manager, per the Lorain County Auditor's office. No campaign website was found as of September 10, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Craig Snodgrass.
Elaine M. Seguin Republican
Seguin is a certified public accountant who spent 17 years at Deloitte Tax before joining her husband's accounting practice in Elyria, and co-owns two Rita's Italian Ice franchise locations, per the campaign site. She is a lifelong Lorain County resident serving her second term as president of the Elyria City School Board, per the campaign site.
Incumbent Democratic Auditor Craig Snodgrass, a CPA and Certified Government Financial Manager, faces Republican challenger Elaine Seguin, a CPA and president of the Elyria City School Board.
Full race pageJudges
Judge, Ninth District Court of Appeals (full term commencing 2-9-2027)Nonpartisan race · Betty Sutton · Cynthia Curtin
Betty Sutton and Cynthia Curtin are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Ninth District Court of Appeals (full term commencing 2-9-2027).
Betty Sutton Nonpartisan
Betty Sutton is a sitting judge on the Ninth District Court of Appeals, where she has decided more than one thousand cases and authored hundreds of opinions, per her campaign site. Her prior career includes service as a lawyer and as a lawmaker, per her campaign site.
Cynthia Curtin Nonpartisan
- Is committed to upholding the U.S. Constitution and the Ohio Constitution
- Says she applies the law with wisdom and compassion while serving with fairness and integrity
Per the campaign site.
About Cynthia Curtin
Curtin is a former judge of the Stow Municipal Court, appointed by the governor in 2025, and currently serves as a magistrate at the Summit County Domestic Relations Court, per the campaign site. She has more than 35 years of litigation experience including jury trials, appellate arguments, and mediation, per the campaign site.
The Ninth District Court of Appeals covers Lorain, Summit, Medina, and Wayne counties and is certified by the Summit County Board of Elections; it appears on Lorain County's ballot. Ohio judges run without a party label on the November ballot. Incumbent Betty Sutton, who has served on the court since February 9, 2021, faces Cynthia Curtin, a former Stow Municipal Court judge.
Full race pageJudge, Ninth District Court of Appeals (unexpired term ending 2-9-2029)Nonpartisan race · Nathan H. Manning · Tavia Galonski
Nathan H. Manning and Tavia Galonski are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Ninth District Court of Appeals (unexpired term ending 2-9-2029).
Nathan H. Manning Nonpartisan Incumbent
Nathan H. Manning is a sitting Ninth District Court of Appeals judge, appointed by Governor DeWine in August 2026; he previously represented Ohio's 13th Senate District, chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee, and owned Manning Law, per Court News Ohio. No campaign website was found as of September 10, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Nathan H. Manning.
Tavia Galonski Nonpartisan
Galonski is the Summit County Clerk of Courts, an attorney who previously served as a magistrate in Summit County Common Pleas Court, including its juvenile division, per Summit County Clerk of Courts records. No campaign website was found as of September 10, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for Tavia Galonski.
The Ninth District Court of Appeals covers Lorain, Summit, Medina, and Wayne counties and is certified by the Summit County Board of Elections; it appears on Lorain County's ballot. Ohio judges run without a party label on the November ballot. This seat was vacated by the retirement of Judge Donna J. Carr; Governor DeWine appointed state Senator Nathan H. Manning to fill it effective August 3, 2026, and Manning must win election in November to retain it, per Court News Ohio. He faces Tavia Galonski, the Summit County Clerk of Courts.
Full race pageJudge, Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division (full term commencing 2-9-2027)Nonpartisan race · James T. Walther
Unopposed: still on your ballot.
James T. Walther is on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division (full term commencing 2-9-2027).
James T. Walther Nonpartisan
James T. Walther appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Judge, Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division (full term commencing 2-9-2027), per the county elections office's certified candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 10, 2026; the official election filing is the only verifiable source for James T. Walther.
Ohio judges run without a party label on the November ballot. James T. Walther is unopposed for this seat, filed 1-30-2026.
Full race pageBy address
These seats are elected by district; only the district covering your address is on your ballot.
Lorain County is split across 3 Ohio House districts.
Find your districts by addressOhio House: 3 districtsDistricts 52, 53, 54
Ohio House District 52Mike Baker (D) · Cliff Winkel (R)
Mike Baker Democratic
- Supports fair school funding and expanding career and technical education
- Supports collective bargaining rights and fair wages for workers
- Supports protecting Medicaid expansion and lowering prescription drug costs
Per the campaign site.
About Mike Baker
Mike Baker is a small business owner who founded First Choice Photography in 2008, per his campaign site. He grew up in Elyria, attended Lorain County Joint Vocational School's Multimedia Tech Prep Program, and has volunteered with local Little League and Scouting BSA programs, per his campaign site.
Cliff Winkel Republican
Cliff Winkel is a North Ridgeville City Council member and business owner whom the Lorain County Republican Party central committee named its nominee on July 28 after Nathan Manning's appointment to the Ninth District Court of Appeals, per NBC4. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Mike Baker (Democratic), Cliff Winkel (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Ohio House District 52. Not on the November ballot: Gayle Manning, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the May 5, 2026 primary or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list; Ohio prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot. Ballot status: Republican primary winner Nathan H. Manning withdrew after his appointment to the Ninth District Court of Appeals and the Lorain County Republican Party named Cliff Winkel in his place, per WKYC; the county Board of Elections' certified list settles the printed name.
Full race pageOhio House District 53Matt Lundy (D) · Bradley Lacko (R)
Matt Lundy Democratic
- Focuses on education, economic development, consumer protection, and support for veterans and seniors
Per the campaign site.
About Matt Lundy
Matt Lundy previously served in the Ohio House and in local government in Avon Lake and Elyria, per his campaign site. He spent his early career in broadcast journalism, including as a statewide political correspondent in West Virginia, per his campaign site.
Bradley Lacko Republican
Bradley Lacko is the Republican candidate for Ohio House District 53 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.
Matt Lundy (Democratic), Bradley Lacko (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Ohio House District 53. Not on the November ballot: Joseph A. Miller, III, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the May 5, 2026 primary or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list; Ohio prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageOhio House District 54Brenda Buchanan (D) · Kellie Deeter (R)
Brenda Buchanan Democratic
- Supports agriculture, zoning, road funding and environmental protections for rural townships in the district
- Supports public education funded with a curriculum set by education specialists
- Supports common sense gun safety measures such as background checks and secure storage laws
Per the campaign site.
About Brenda Buchanan
Brenda Buchanan has worked in radio broadcasting for nearly 30 years, currently as Traffic Supervisor for the Audacy New England region, per her campaign site. She served two terms on the Columbia Local Schools Board of Education, including four years as president, per her campaign site.
Kellie Deeter Republican Incumbent
- Supports balancing the state budget while reducing taxes
- Supports agricultural landowners and reducing property tax burdens on farmers
Per the campaign site.
About Kellie Deeter
Kellie Deeter is a certified registered nurse anesthetist and certified nurse practitioner who has worked in healthcare for more than two decades, per her campaign site. She is also a small business owner in Huron and Lorain Counties, per her campaign site.
Brenda Buchanan (Democratic), Kellie Deeter (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Ohio House District 54; Kellie Deeter is the sitting member, per the Ohio House of Representatives's official member directory (ohiohouse.gov). Nominees were chosen at the May 5, 2026 primary or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list; Ohio prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageOhio Senate District 13Joe Miller (D) · Gayle Manning (R)
Joe Miller Democratic
- Supports transitioning Lorain and Huron County's economy toward jobs that use the region's natural assets and workforce
- Supports expanding access to treatment and education to address the opioid crisis
- Supports protecting access to reproductive health care
Per the campaign site.
About Joe Miller
Joe Miller has served as a State Representative from Lorain County, where he is ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, per his campaign site. He is a former teacher and coach who earned degrees in education and history from Bowling Green State University and Ashland University, per his campaign site.
Gayle Manning Republican
- Sponsored legislation to modernize Ohio's education laws and increase transparency for private schools receiving state-funded scholarships
- Supports vocational and technical training so students are career-ready at graduation
Per the campaign site.
About Gayle Manning
Gayle Manning has served in the Ohio House of Representatives and previously served two four-year terms in the Ohio Senate, per her campaign site. She spent 37 years as an elementary school teacher before her time in the legislature, per her campaign site.
Joe Miller (Democratic), Gayle Manning (Republican) are on the November 3 ballot for Ohio Senate District 13. Not on the November ballot: Vacant, the sitting member per the roster. Nominees were chosen at the May 5, 2026 primary or qualified directly for the general ballot. The field is the Secretary of State's certified 2026 General Election candidate list; Ohio prints unopposed candidates rather than deeming them elected. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Full race pageBallot questions
26 local ballot questions from official county, city and school district lists. Countywide questions appear on every ballot in Lorain County; city, school district and special-district questions only inside the jurisdiction named. Statewide measures are listed separately.
Issue 1 - Amherst Exempted Village School District Proposed Income TaxLocal · Shall an annual income tax of three quarters of one percent (0.75%) on the earned income of individuals residing in the school district be imposed by Amherst Exempted Village School District, for 5 years, beginning January 1, 2027, for the purpose of current expenses?
Shall an annual income tax of three quarters of one percent (0.75%) on the earned income of individuals residing in the school district be imposed by Amherst Exempted Village School District, for 5 years, beginning January 1, 2027, for the purpose of current expenses? New 0.75% school district earned-income tax, 5 years. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 2 - Amherst Township Road District Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Amherst Township Road District for the general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of streets, roads, and bridges; estimated to collect $131,074 annually at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Amherst Township Road District for the general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of streets, roads, and bridges; estimated to collect $131,074 annually at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township road levy renewal (1 mill, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 3 - Avon Lake City School District Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Avon Lake City School District for general permanent improvements; estimated to collect $757,673 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Avon Lake City School District for general permanent improvements; estimated to collect $757,673 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. School district permanent-improvements levy renewal (1.5 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 4 - Avon Lake Public Library Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of the Avon Lake Public Library for current expenses; estimated to collect $2,569,503 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.8 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of the Avon Lake Public Library for current expenses; estimated to collect $2,569,503 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.8 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Library levy renewal (2.8 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 5 - Lorain City School District Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)Local · An additional tax for the benefit of Lorain City School District for current expenses; estimated to collect $10,637,320 annually at a rate not exceeding 11 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for a continuing period of time, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
An additional tax for the benefit of Lorain City School District for current expenses; estimated to collect $10,637,320 annually at a rate not exceeding 11 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for a continuing period of time, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. New continuing school district levy (11 mills). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 6 - Lorain Public Library System Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of 5.95 mills for each $1 of taxable value to constitute a tax for the benefit of the Lorain Public Library System for current expenses; estimated to collect $3,506,547 annually, for 10 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of 5.95 mills for each $1 of taxable value to constitute a tax for the benefit of the Lorain Public Library System for current expenses; estimated to collect $3,506,547 annually, for 10 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Library system levy renewal (5.95 mills, 10 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 7 - Lorain Public Library System, Domonkas Branch Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)Local · An additional tax for the benefit of the Lorain Public Library System - Domonkas Branch for current expenses; estimated to collect $588,830 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
An additional tax for the benefit of the Lorain Public Library System - Domonkas Branch for current expenses; estimated to collect $588,830 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. New branch-library levy (2.2 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 8 - Oberlin Public Library Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of 3.25 mills of an existing levy for the benefit of the Oberlin Public Library for current expenses; estimated to collect $723,019 annually, for a continuing term, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of 3.25 mills of an existing levy for the benefit of the Oberlin Public Library for current expenses; estimated to collect $723,019 annually, for a continuing term, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Library levy renewal (3.25 mills, continuing). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 9 - South Lorain County Ambulance District Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)Local · A 2.75-mill additional levy in lieu of the existing 3.25-mill expiring levy for the South Lorain County Ambulance District, for ambulance and emergency medical services; estimated to collect $1,364,540 annually, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A 2.75-mill additional levy in lieu of the existing 3.25-mill expiring levy for the South Lorain County Ambulance District, for ambulance and emergency medical services; estimated to collect $1,364,540 annually, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Ambulance district replacement levy (2.75 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 10 - Strongsville City School District Proposed Bond IssueLocal · Shall bonds be issued by the Strongsville City School District for constructing, furnishing, equipping, renovating, and improving school buildings and facilities, in the principal amount of $147,650,000, repaid over a maximum of 36 years, with an annual levy estimated at 3.43 mills for each $1 of taxable value, commencing 2026, first due 2027?
Shall bonds be issued by the Strongsville City School District for constructing, furnishing, equipping, renovating, and improving school buildings and facilities, in the principal amount of $147,650,000, repaid over a maximum of 36 years, with an annual levy estimated at 3.43 mills for each $1 of taxable value, commencing 2026, first due 2027? School district bond issue, $147.65 million. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 11 - Lorain County Developmental Disabilities Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)Local · An additional tax for Lorain County for the benefit of Murray Ridge Center's programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities; estimated to collect $10,054,246 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.85 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
An additional tax for Lorain County for the benefit of Murray Ridge Center's programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities; estimated to collect $10,054,246 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.85 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Countywide developmental-disabilities levy (0.85 mill, 5 years) for Murray Ridge Center. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 12 - Local Liquor Option, Amherst City 3-A (Drunken Sailor, LLC)Local · Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by Drunken Sailor, LLC, an applicant for a D-6 liquor permit, operating a bar at 232 Park Ave., Amherst, in this precinct?
Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by Drunken Sailor, LLC, an applicant for a D-6 liquor permit, operating a bar at 232 Park Ave., Amherst, in this precinct? Local Sunday liquor-sales option, Amherst. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 13 - Avon Lake City Proposed Municipal Income TaxLocal · Shall Ordinance No.
Shall Ordinance No. 2026-1R, increasing the municipal income tax from 1.50% to 1.90% for 5 years commencing January 1, 2027, to fund street and storm-sewer construction, repair, and related equipment, be passed? Municipal income-tax increase (1.50% to 1.90%, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 14 - Local Liquor Option, Elyria City 1-B (Columbian Club of Elyria 0774)Local · Shall the sale of wine, mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by Columbian Club of Elyria 0774, an applicant for a D-6 liquor permit, operating a fraternal organization at 118 Kipling St., Elyria, in this precinct?
Shall the sale of wine, mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by Columbian Club of Elyria 0774, an applicant for a D-6 liquor permit, operating a fraternal organization at 118 Kipling St., Elyria, in this precinct? Local Sunday liquor-sales option, Elyria. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 15 - Lorain City Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Lorain City for fire service, apparatus, buildings, and sites; estimated to collect $1,505,789 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.7 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Lorain City for fire service, apparatus, buildings, and sites; estimated to collect $1,505,789 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.7 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Municipal fire levy renewal (1.7 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 16 - Local Liquor Option, Oberlin City 6 (ThiNi Thai, 19 South Main St.)Local · Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted by ThiNi Thai 19 South Main St., a holder of D-5 & D-6 liquor permits, operating a restaurant and bar at 19 South Main St., Oberlin, in this precinct?
Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted by ThiNi Thai 19 South Main St., a holder of D-5 & D-6 liquor permits, operating a restaurant and bar at 19 South Main St., Oberlin, in this precinct? Local liquor option, Oberlin. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 17 - Local Liquor Option, Oberlin City 6, Sunday Sales (ThiNi Thai, 19 South Main St.)Local · Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by ThiNi Thai 19 South Main St., a holder of D-5 and D-6 permits, operating a restaurant and bar at 19 South Main St., Oberlin, in this precinct?
Shall the sale of beer, wine and mixed beverages, and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday by ThiNi Thai 19 South Main St., a holder of D-5 and D-6 permits, operating a restaurant and bar at 19 South Main St., Oberlin, in this precinct? Local Sunday liquor-sales option, Oberlin. Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 18 - Camden Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Camden Township for fire apparatus, buildings, water supply, alarm systems, firefighter payment, and ambulance/EMS services; estimated to collect $107,132 annually at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Camden Township for fire apparatus, buildings, water supply, alarm systems, firefighter payment, and ambulance/EMS services; estimated to collect $107,132 annually at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township fire/EMS levy renewal (2 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 19 - Camden Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Camden Township for general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of township roads; estimated to collect $64,480 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Camden Township for general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of township roads; estimated to collect $64,480 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township road levy renewal (1.5 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 20 - Carlisle Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Carlisle Township for general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of streets, roads, and bridges; estimated to collect $168,559 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.75 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Carlisle Township for general construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair of streets, roads, and bridges; estimated to collect $168,559 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.75 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township road levy renewal (0.75 mill, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 21 - Columbia Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal and Increase)Local · A renewal of 1 mill and an increase of 0.5 mill for each $1 of taxable value for Columbia Township road construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair; estimated to collect $495,204 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of 1 mill and an increase of 0.5 mill for each $1 of taxable value for Columbia Township road construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, and repair; estimated to collect $495,204 annually at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township road levy renewal-and-increase (to 1.5 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 22 - Sheffield Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for current expense; estimated to collect $13,646 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.35 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for current expense; estimated to collect $13,646 annually at a rate not exceeding 0.35 mill for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township current-expense levy renewal (0.35 mill, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 23 - Sheffield Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $121,419 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.25 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $121,419 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.25 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township fire/EMS levy renewal (2.25 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 24 - Sheffield Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for emergency medical services; estimated to collect $136,585 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for emergency medical services; estimated to collect $136,585 annually at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township EMS levy renewal (2.5 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 25 - Sheffield Township Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)Local · A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $176,079 annually at a rate not exceeding 3 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $176,079 annually at a rate not exceeding 3 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. Township fire/EMS levy renewal (3 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
Full detailsIssue 26 - Sheffield Township Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)Local · An additional tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $307,477 annually at a rate not exceeding 3.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027.
An additional tax for the benefit of Sheffield Township for Fire & EMS; estimated to collect $307,477 annually at a rate not exceeding 3.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in 2027. New township fire/EMS levy (3.5 mills, 5 years). Source: https://www.voteloraincountyohio.gov/_files/ugd/2568d0_f8116188e9e145ebbbd202db8340d3da.pdf.
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Who is on the ballot in Lorain County, Ohio on November 3, 2026?
Lorain County sample ballot 2026: see where the county commissioner and county auditor candidates stand on schools, jobs and growth. Every candidate profile on this page names the official filing or campaign source it came from.
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26 ballot questions: Issue 1 - Amherst Exempted Village School District Proposed Income Tax; Issue 2 - Amherst Township Road District Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal); Issue 3 - Avon Lake City School District Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal); and more. Each question page explains what a yes vote and a no vote would do.
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