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The Year InReview The Year InReview The Year InReview The Year InReviewRogers, Grier Win City ElectionsBy Bryan Shupe, Apr. 28, 2012On Saturday, April 25 the citizens of Milford votedin the 2012 Milford municipal election. This yearhosted two contested races including elections forthe Mayor of Milford and the First Ward seat forMilford City Council.In the mayoral race, incumbent Ronnie Rogers defeatedchallenger James Oeschler to begin his 29thyear as the Mayor of Milford . With a total votecount of 802, Rogers defeated Oeschler 472 votes to330 votes.“It feels great to be able to serve the City again,”commented Rogers when asked about his victory.“We plan to do exactly what we have been doing.We will focus on economic development and keepMilford in the spotlight.”In the race for City Council’s First Ward, incumbentGarrett Grier defeated challenger MichaelSpillane to begin his second term as a City Councilmember. With a total vote count of 343, Grier defeatedSpillane 238 votes to 105 votes.“It feels good,” commented Councilman Grierwhen ask about his victory. “I’m glad we can continueto move in the direction we have been. Economicdevelopment and strong fiscal management are theissues we will continue to focus on.”Mr. Grier has been a member of City Council since2010 and is currently Chairman of Economic DevelopmentCommittee and member of the FinanceCommittee. Garrett is a lifelong resident of Milford,graduating from Milford High in 1999 and ElonUniversity in 2003 with a Bachelors in Business Administration.ALL CARHARTTAND BERNECLOTHING30% OFF!