Eight Republicans and six Democrats filed Monday to run for LaSalle County Board. Half are on the board now. Joseph Panzica, Jr. of Utica would be a returning member if he wins.
The list of Republican LaSalle County Board candidates and their district numbers: Gary Small (2), Kindra Pottinger (3), Beth Findley Smith (4), Ray Gatza (9), Crystal Loughran (13), Stephen Aubry (22), Michael A. McEmery, Sr. (23), Tina Busch (29).
Democrats who have filed for County Board: Carolyn Moore (9), Joseph E. Witczak (11), David Torres (15), Joseph J. Panzica, Jr. (16), Lou Anne Carretto (19), Tom P. Walsh (20).
Three county-wide offices are on the ballots this year. Democrat Lori Bongartz and Republican Steven Stohr, both of Ottawa, filed for County Clerk. Bongartz has the job now. Republican incumbent Treasurer Jim Spelich filed papers too. No one has filed yet for Sheriff.