Local Election Results Announced with Scott Rice and Jackie Champy Victorious

The Town Council of Woodstock, New Hampshire, convened on March 11, 2025, to discuss the results of the recent local elections, which saw a modest turnout of 39 voters. The meeting highlighted the outcomes of various positions, including selectmen, library trustees, and budget committee members, among others.

In the selectmen race, Scott Rice emerged victorious with 30 votes, while Catherine Cordillero secured 24 votes for the supervisor of the checklist. Fire Chief John McKay received 26 votes, indicating a competitive election for these key community roles. Notably, the library trustee position was won by Jackie Champy, who garnered 131 votes, while Kimberly Dunham was elected as trustee of the trust funds with 130 votes.

The cemetery trustee position went to Clifford Ayotte, who received 31 votes. The budget committee saw Randy Rutherford elected for a one-year term with 22 votes, while Igor Billing and Cara Sillingham won three-year terms with 27 and 31 votes, respectively. The planning board elections were less decisive, with Margaret Labarge and Jerry Maserindino each receiving only 11 votes.

The meeting concluded with the declaration of winners for each position, emphasizing the importance of local governance and community participation in these elections. The low voter turnout, however, raises questions about civic engagement in off-year elections, suggesting a need for increased efforts to encourage participation in future local elections.