Detroit Lakes , MN (KDLM)-
Becker County voters elected a new sheriff and auditor-treasurer, chose a county commissioner and filled several city council and school board seats in Tuesday’s election.
In the county races, Luke Sweere was elected sheriff, and Amy Rosing won the auditor-treasurer position. Both were running to succeed retiring officeholders.
Erica Jepson won the District 1 County Commission seat, while David Meyer ran unopposed in District 2.
In Detroit Lakes, voters elected Jamie Deraney and Thomas Klyve to the two at-large City Council seats. Shaun Carlson won in Ward 1, Zachary Foltz in Ward 2, and Matt Boeke in Ward 3.
The Detroit Lakes School Board race drew particular attention following months of public discussion and controversy over district policies, including the removal of non-school sponsored displays and materials from school property.
Michelle Okeson, Mary Rotter and Katie Large were elected to the three open seats. The results come as the district continues to face questions and legal challenges over its policies.
In Frazee, Erik Anderson was elected mayor, and James Rader and Andrea Froeber won the two City Council seats.
These are unofficial results, with all Becker County precincts reporting. As results become official, we will be updating this story. Check back to lakesarearadio.net throughout the day.
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