
The Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS’® RPAC Trustees convened over several days to review local election races in Cuyahoga, Portage, and Summit Counties. Candidates who participated responded to questions on key real estate issues. No candidates were endorsed, as the association is bipartisan and works with all elected officials. Candidates receiving financial support are listed below.
2026 Local RPAC Supported Candidates
- Chris Ronayne, Cuyahoga County Executive
- Michael Gallagher, Cuyahoga County Council, District 5
- Christine McIntosh, Cuyahoga County Council, District 11
- Matt Kelly, Portage County Auditor
- Mike Tinlin, Portage County Commissioner
- Erin Dickinson, Summit County Council, at-large
- John Donofrio, Summit County Council, at-large
- Elizabeth Walters, Summit County Council, at-large
In addition to individual candidates, RPAC contributions were also made to the Republican and Democratic parties in Cuyahoga, Summit, and Portage Counties to ensure that REALTORS® maintain a strong, balanced voice in local government.
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