With over 8800 ballots cast, Barry Gillaspie won the election for the 3rd seat, beating the other incumbent Terry Parish by more than 2200 votes. (5544 vs. 3266)
We believe once again the voters of Oro Valley showed their displeasure with the existing council and looked at Gillaspie as a much more viable choice than Parish who outwardly acknowledged his unabashed support for the development community.
We believe this result is a win-win situation. It's a win for Oro Valley as many believe Barry will be more apt to join the new majority as a result of Bill Garner & Salette Latas' victory in the primary.
We also believe, in the long run Terry's loss will actually be his gain, as he can now concentrate on his full time job with the Pima County Sheriff's Department, and have more time to spend with his family.
