Hotter keeps seatBests Tregillus 58 percent to 42 percent
by Karen Boush
Herald Staff Writer
Incumbent Republican La Plata County Commissioner Kellie Hotter succeeded in her first run for public office Tuesday, defeating Democrat Peter Tregillus in the race for the District 2 seat.
Of the 25,647 votes cast, Hotter won 58 percent, with 14,887 votes, while Tregillus received 42 percent, with 10,760 votes.
"Thank you, La Plata County," said Hotter in a phone interview after learning of her victory. "I am so relieved to see the number of people who appreciate and support a balanced, objective approach to the issues facing us."
A Republican committee had appointed Hotter as county commissioner in early 2007 to replace Bob Leib, who retired.
While campaigning, both Hotter and Tregillus pledged to make controlled growth, affordable housing and economic diversification among their highest priorities.
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