With nearly all votes counted, Pam Panzenbeck is likely to win reelection for a third term as mayor, receiving 56.42% of the vote.
She ran against Democratic candidate Marsha Silverman. The city council is expected to remain evenly divided with three Democrats and three Republicans.
The vote totals had not yet been made official, as absentee ballots were still being counted.
The initial results showed a potential 4-2 majority for Republicans, but the final count indicates a split council.
Author's summary: Panzenbeck wins mayor election.