“I am truly humbled and grateful for the support of Troy’s residents. It’s an honor to serve the community I’ve called home my entire life. I remain committed to listening, leading with integrity and working collaboratively to ensure Troy continues to grow responsibly while preserving the hometown values that make it special,” Westfall said.
“I would like to say thank you to all those who voted in this election. I am thankful for the opportunity to serve another term on Troy City Council, and I look forward to continuing to represent the citizens of Troy,” Snee said.
Westfall had 27.97% of the vote, Severt had 27.92%, Snee had 23.65% and Begg had 20.46%.
The three incumbents are all Republicans.
Severt, 60, is an attorney in Troy; Snee, 58, is a teacher at the Troy City Schools; and Westfall, 63, is a registered nurse. Begg, 50, is owner of Bakehouse Breads in downtown Troy.
Among top issues facing community, the candidates said, are economic development, lack of affordable/workforce housing, communication with residents and recreation facilities.
Residents in the city’s 1st Ward also were voting Tuesday in a race featuring incumbent Jeff Whidden, a Republican, and Jeffrey Harris, a Democrat. The unofficial results showed Whidden with 68.67% and Harris with 31.33%.
Other council members were selected in the May primary. They are President William Rozell, 2nd Ward Councilmember Kristie Marshall, 3rd Ward Councilmember, Madison Hickman (taking office in January), 4th Ward Councilmember, Bobby Phillips, 5th Ward Councilmember William TWiss and 6th Ward member Councilman Jeff Schilling.
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