With nearly all votes counted, Pam Panzenbeck is likely to win her third term as mayor, receiving 56.42% of the vote, according to the Nassau County Board of Elections.
She defeated Democratic candidate Marsha Silverman. Although the vote totals are not yet official, both parties acknowledged that absentee ballots are still being counted.
Despite initial projections of a 4-2 Republican majority, the city council is expected to remain split.
No official statement from the candidates has been released yet.
Author's summary: Panzenbeck leads mayor election.