ThisWeek CW 06/02/2015

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Only two of the three incumbents up for re-election to Canal Winchester City Council in November will seek another term in office.

Incumbent Marilyn Rush-Ekelberry said she has chosen not to run.

“I’ve served two good terms on city council and it has been very gratifying work,” she said. “However, I am still planning on serving on the Canal Winchester Industry and Commerce Corp. and I’m sure there will be other volunteer opportunities.”

Council President Rick Deeds and Council Vice President Joe Abbott said they plan to seek re-election this fall.

Canal Winchester voters are likely to see a contested race for mayor in November.

Incumbent Mayor Michael Ebert is also seeking re-election and is expected to face competition from current Madison Township Trustee Victor Paini, who has two years left on his term.

“I spoke with Mayor Ebert a few weeks ago and we had a good talk about the race and have a mutual respect for one another, so I’m looking forward to the campaign,” Paini said.

In Madison Township, Fiscal Officer Barb Adams will seek re-election this fall as will Trustee Gary McDonald.

Groveport

Groveport City Council incumbents Shawn Cleary and Jean Ann Hilbert are both seeking re-election to that six member panel, as is Mayor Lance Westcamp.

Candidates have until 4 p.m. Aug. 5 to submit nominating petitions to the Franklin County Board of Elections. If candidates’ petitions are certified as containing the required number of valid signatures, their names will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot.