Summit County Council At-Large (vote for 3)

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 3:09 PM ET

6 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Candidates

Shane R. Barker

Republican · Retired Summit County Sheriff's Office captain
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Jonathon D. Bollas

Republican · Tallmadge City Council member, Ward 3
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John Chapman

Republican
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Erin DickinsonIncumbent

Democrat · Business litigation attorney; Summit County Council president
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John A. DonofrioIncumbent

Democrat · Summit County Council member (at-large)
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Elizabeth WaltersIncumbent

Democrat · Summit County Council member (at-large)
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Quick answers

Who is running for Summit County Council At-Large (vote for 3) in 2026?
Shane R. Barker (Republican), Jonathon D. Bollas (Republican), John Chapman (Republican), Erin Dickinson (Democrat), John A. Donofrio (Democrat) and Elizabeth Walters (Democrat).
Who is the incumbent?
Erin Dickinson, John A. Donofrio and Elizabeth Walters currently holds this office.
What does this office do?
Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Who should I vote for in the Summit County Council At-Large (vote for 3) race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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