Weyauwega-Fremont School Board Election Ends in Tie: Unofficial Results

In an unexpected turn of events, the race for the Weyauwega-Fremont School Board seat representing the Town of Lind, Town of Saxeville, and Town of Waupaca the unofficial results have come to a tie between Joanie Buss and Trisha Loehrke, with both candidates receiving 1,277 votes.

With the Weyauwega-Fremont School Board Election now at a standstill, all eyes are on the next steps to determine who will fill the seat. According to Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 120.06(6)(b)), in the event of a tie in a school board election where nomination papers are required, the winner is determined by drawing lots—typically involving a random selection method, such as drawing names from a hat. However, if nomination papers were not required, the district may have a different procedure in place.

Meanwhile, Doug Ehrenberg retained his seat, defeating challenger Ben Selsing, and Brad Gerrits secured his uncontested spot on the board.

As the district navigates this rare electoral outcome, the community eagerly awaits further details on how the tie will be resolved. Stay tuned for updates on when and how the decision will be made.

Best of luck to both candidates