Lewiston’s mayoral candidates are gearing up for a runoff election on December 5 after no candidate secured a majority of votes in the recent election. The top two finishers, incumbent Mayor Karl A. Ward and challenger Rebecca E. Dyer, will compete for the position in the decisive vote.

Ward received 45% of the votes while Dyer garnered 30%, with the remainder going to other candidates. “I am ready to continue the work we’ve started,” Ward stated. Dyer emphasized her commitment to engaging the community, saying, “This is a chance for the people of Lewiston to have their voices heard.”

Early voting for the runoff will begin on November 20 and end on December 1. Election officials expect a higher turnout due to the competitive nature of the race.

The runoff system in Lewiston is designed to ensure that the elected candidate has majority support from the electorate. This will be the first time since 2019 that the city has had a runoff election for mayor.

Ward has been in office since 2020, focusing on infrastructure improvements and community programs. Dyer, a longtime resident and local business owner, is advocating for enhanced public services and economic development initiatives in her campaign.

As the December date approaches, both candidates are planning rallies and community forums to engage voters and discuss their visions for Lewiston’s future.

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