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Randy Schoonover appointed to fill District 3 county board vacancy
Summary
After short statements from two candidates for the District 3 vacancy, the Richland County Board elected Randy Schoonover by an 18-member roll call of 10–8; Schoonover was sworn in and seated immediately.
The Richland County Board of Supervisors selected Randy Schoonover to fill the vacant District 3 seat on May 2025, following brief remarks from two candidates.
Candidates and statements - Randy Schoonover addressed the board, noting his longtime residency, service in local organizations and interest in representing rural township concerns. Schoonover described his local experience, including service as president of a church and involvement with sanitary district matters. - Lee Van Landite (candidate) read a statement summarizing prior service on the Richland County board and the Richland School Board; he said he had served previously and sought the seat to continue public service.
Voting and outcome - The clerk circulated ballots; the chair announced a final count of 18 votes with 10 votes for Randy Schoonover and 8 votes for Lee Van Landite. Schoonover was sworn in immediately following the tally and took his seat.
Why it matters: The appointment fills a board vacancy in District 3 and restores full representation for that district.
Ending: The board took a two-minute recess to administer the oath; Schoonover returned to the dais as a seated supervisor.
