Madison Election Results 2018: Update On Kokoruda Race

MADISON, CT — By the slimmest of margins it appears that State Rep. Noreen Kokoruda, a Republican, is leading her very close race against John-Michael Parker, a Democratic challenger.

According to the Secretary of State's website, Parker received 6,221 votes and Kokoruda received 6,246 votes. It's expected there will be a recount. Parker won Madison but Kokoruda prevailed in Durham.

MADISON, CT — Christine Cohen, a Democrat, has won the open senate seat against Adam Greenberg, a Republican, in the 12th senatorial district. The other local race is still too close to call.

The New Haven Register reports that the race between State Rep. Noreen Kokoruda and John-Michael Parker is too close to call. The Madison Source reports that Parker secured more votes than Kokoruda in Madison but the district also includes Durham too and it's not possible to say who won yet.

Patch will update this story.

MADISON, CT — Voters have until 8 p.m. to vote in Connecticut's statewide election. Governor, Lt. governor, state treasurer, state comptroller, attorney general and secretary of the state are all up for grabs. Several local state senate, state house of representative and judge of probate races will also be decided.

Voters also can cast ballots for the U.S. Senate election and congressional races. Voters who are in line before 8 p.m. will be able to vote even after the deadline passes. You can find your poll location at the Secretary of the State website by inputting your information.

Locally, in Madison the choices for the 12th Senatorial District are: Christine Cohen, Democratic challenger, versus Adam Greenberg, Republican challenger. This is an open seat as incumbent Sen. Ted Kennedy Jr. is not seeking reelection.

Cohen said on her website that “As a small business owner, I am running to improve Connecticut's economy and fight for our values in Hartford. Wanting to serve my community, I have held seats on several boards, including the PTO, before being elected to the Guilford Board of Education where I currently serve.

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”I want to see common sense solutions that go beyond party lines. We need more collaboration in Hartford. Before starting Cohen's Bagel Company, I worked for Stanley Black & Decker for many years. I understand the needs of Connecticut businesses, big and small, and am committed to ensuring their growth and expansion,” Cohen said.

According to Greenberg’s website it says “Former major league baseball player Adam Greenberg is stepping up to the plate for Connecticut. Adam’s unique background as a CEO, best-selling author, and professional athlete who overcame incredible odds has prepared him to take on the challenges facing the 12th District. Join Adam and help usher in new leadership for Connecticut.” He is vehemently opposed to tolls and says the state needs to foster a pro-business environment.

Madison residents will also vote on this state representative race: 101st House District: John-Michael Parker, Democratic challenger, versus Noreen Kokoruda, GOP incumbent. (To sign up for Madison breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

Parker, a Madison resident, says on his website that “I’m running because I love this community, and because I want to dedicate myself to ensuring it thrives by doing what I know best: listening to, learning from, and fighting for others. I believe there is so much potential for our government to truly serve the people, creating the conditions for all of us to live healthy, happy, full lives. But to do that, our elected officials have to bring new ideas and new energy to the complex challenges we’re facing today. They have to look to the example set by small but strong communities like ours, with hard-working citizens who are finding ways to help their families and their neighbors succeed.”

Kokoruda was reelected to her fourth term in November 2016. Noreen serves on the General Assembly’s Committees on Children, Appropriations and Education. As a member of the legislature’s committee on Legislative Management, Kokoruda serves as House Republican Caucus Chair. Kokoruda has lived in Madison for over 30 years and has spent the “entire time dedicated to public service, and loves getting things done that positively impact her community,” according to her website.

As Executive Director of the Shoreline Foundation, she worked for many years to provide safe and fun summer camps for local kids, her website states. She previously served as Chairman of Madison’s Beach and Recreation Commission for almost 10 years

For the Judge of Probate race, the choices are Peter Barrett, the Democrat, versus William Bilcheck, the Republican.

All eyes are on the Governor’s race where the choices are: Ned Lamont, Democrat, Bob Stefanowski, Republican, Rodney Hanscomb, Libertarian, Mark Stewart Greenstein, Amigo Constitution Liberty Party, and Oz Griebel, Griebel Frank for CT Party.

The candidates for lieutenant governor are: Susan Bysiewicz, Democrat, Joe Markley, Republican, Jeffrey Thibeault, Libertarian Party, John Demitrus, Amigo Constitution Liberty Party, and Monte E Frank, Griebel Frank for CT Party.

The choices for the U.S. Senate race are: Matthew Corey, Republican Party, Christopher S. Murphy, Democratic Party, Richard Lion, Libertarian Party, and Jeff Russell, Green Party

For the U.S. House of Representatives race the choices in the 2nd District are: Joe Courtney, Democratic Party incumbent, Danny Postemski Jr. Republican Party challenger, Michelle Bicking, Green Party candidate, and Daniel Reale, Libertarian Party candidate.

In the Secretary of State race the choices are: Denise W Merrill, Democratic Party, Susan Chapman, Republican Party, Heather Lynn Sylvestre Gwynn, Libertarian Party, and Michael DeRosa, Green Party.

In the race for State Treasurer the choices are: Shawn Wooden, Democratic Party, Thad Gray, Republican Party, and Jesse Brohinsky, Libertarian Party.

For the position of State Comptroller the choices are: Kurt Miller, Republican Party, Kevin Lembo, Democratic Party, Paul Passarelli, Libertarian Party, and Edward G Heflin, Green Party.

For the position of Attorney General the choices are: William Tong, Democratic Party, Sue Hatfield, Republican Party, Peter D. Goselin, Green Party.

Connecticut offers Election Day registration, but those who arrive need to be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote. Unlike previously registered voters standing in line before 8 p.m. to register won’t guarantee the ability to vote.

Absentee ballots are also available for those who won’t be in town all of election day or for a multitude of other reasons.

For more election information visit the Madison Registrar's Office by clicking here.