James Likley
Medina County: Westfield Township Trustee
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About the Office
The Township Trustee, sometimes known as Township Supervisor or Township Council member is a member of a multi-person Board charged with general governance of the township and execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
nonpartisan
Occupation
Retired
Fun Fact
Used to raise and train horses
Past Experience
Achievements: Over the nearly 20 years of service to the community I worked to preserve the rural character of our township.
Responsibilities: Previous Township Trustee from 2007 through 2019. Was on Zoning Commission from 1996 through 2007
Skills: Experienced, knowledgable and committed to the job that I am pursing again.
My Top Issues
Properly fund emergency services
To concentrate available resources to life saving efforts. EMS response, Motor vehicle accidents and first response to fire calls.
Enhancing transparency and accountability
To ensure information is readily available of revenue, expenses, meeting minutes and meeting agendas. Information that our residents deserve to have to make well informed decisions on levies.
Promoting efficiency and accountability in government spending
Thinking out of the box of past practices to provide needed service in public safety.
Who I'm Running Against
Mike Schmidt (Independent)
Incumbent going for his 4th term, 20 years on Board of Zoning appeals, realtor. Has shown to be rude and disrespectful to residents.
Craig Horner (Independent)
Incumbent going for his 3rd term. No previous experience prior to be elected. Fairly well know in community. Keeps his head down not much action.
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