In one of the most competitive township races in the county, Leland Township trustee Clint Mitchell won the vote for supervisor against incumbent Susan Och on Nov. 5. According to Leelanau County unofficial general election results, approximately 725 votes were cast for Mitchell (54.39%), which was 121 more votes than Och’s 604 votes (45.31%). There were a total of four write-in votes (0.30%).
Mitchell, who has served as a township trustee and planning commissioner for the last four years, said he appreciates the broad support of voters and the efforts and endorsements of so many people over the last few months.
“I don’t necessarily see the outcome as a mandate for specifi c policies or plans, but more so a fundamental desire among residents for open and honest communication, a willingness to work together, and respect for the statutory limits of the office,” Mitchell said. “I take seriously those aspects of elected office, and I’m humbled by the opportunity to serve.”
