Shelton-Derby Election Results 2022: Rochelle, Kelly Projected Winners

SHELTON-DERBY, CT — A number of candidates have declared victory in several key federal, state and local state representative races across Shelton and Derby, however official vote totals have not yet been released.

In the race for the 114th House District seat, Democrat Mary Welander declared victory over Republican Daniel Cowan in a Facebook post. Final vote numbers have not yet been released.

"It's official," Welander said on Facebook. "Thank you so much to everyone who entrusted me with their vote and support and who helped me with every part of the campaign. I am so grateful for the opportunity to continue to serve this amazing district!"

In the race of the 21st State Senate District, Democrat Christopher Green conceded to Republican Kevin Kelly in a Facebook post. Final vote numbers have not yet been released.

"This was a great first run for office that would not have been possible without the support of so many people across the district," Green said on Facebook. "Thank you to everyone for your encouragement, for your contributions, support and for your votes. We did not win, and that is disappointing. Congratulations to Kevin Kelly as our continuing state senator. I hope he will work hard to represent everyone in the district."

Connecticut Dems announced on Twitter that Kara Rochelle was the projected winner in the 104th House District race. Rochelle, a Democrat, ran against Republican Josh Shuart. Final vote numbers have not yet been released.

Rochelle confirmed her projected victory in a Facebook post and thanked the residents of Derby and Ansonia for their support.

"Thank you for trusting and supporting me to continue as your state representative," Rochelle said on Facebook. "This campaign has always been about you, the people of our community, the progress we are making, our fight to help everyday people, and to protect hardworking families. Words cannot express my gratitude. My commitment to all of you is strong and I will serve with humility and a deep dedication to you, this community, and our future."

The Connecticut Post reports that Democratic incumbent Jorge Cabrera has declared victory in the 17th Senate District and has defeated Republican challenger Kathy Hoyt. Final vote numbers have not yet been released. (Read more at the Connecticut Post)

In addition to Derby, the 17th Senate District includes parts of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Naugatuck, Hamden and Woodbridge.

In Shelton, Republican state representative candidates Jason Perillo (113th District) and Ben McGorty (122nd District) both ran unopposed.

In Derby, Republican candidate Nicole Klarides-Ditria also ran unopposed in the 105th District.

Eyes are on the gubernatorial race as incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont faces off against Republican nominee Bob Stefanowski and Independent Party candidate Rob Hotaling.

See also: CT 2022 Election Results: Lamont Declares Victory

Voters will also get to decide on several state constitutional positions including treasurer, comptroller, attorney general and secretary of the state.

Connecticut has a U.S. Senate seat up for grabs. Sen. Richard Blumenthal is seeking a third term, while Republican Leora Levy hopes to unseat him. All the state’s congressional seats are up for election as well.

See also: CT 2022 Election Results: Blumenthal Projected Winner In Senate Race

All seats in the state General Assembly are up for election this year.

Voters will also get to decide whether the state should allow early voting. The question on the ballot is: "Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit the General Assembly to provide for early voting?"

Shelton residents went to the polls Tuesday to determine the following races. Results are unofficial, projected winners in bold:

Governor/ Lieutenant Governor

• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Democratic Party)
• Bob Stefanowski and Laura Devlin (Republican Party
• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Griebel Frank For CT Party)
• Robert Hotaling and Stewart “Chip” Beckett (Independent Party)
• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Working Families Party)

U.S. Senator

• Richard Blumenthal (Democratic Party)
• Leora Levy (Republican Party)
• Richard Blumenthal (Working Families Party)

Congressional Representative

3rd District

• Rosa DeLauro (Democratic Party)
• Lesley DeNardis (Republican Party)
• Amy Chai (Independent Party)
• Justin Paglino (Green Party)

4th District

• Jim Himes (Democratic Party)
• Jayme Stevenson (Republican Party)
• Jayme Stevenson (Independent Party)

State Senator

• Christopher Green (Democratic Party)
• Kevin Kelly (Republican Party)
• Christopher Green (Working Families Party)

State Representative

113th District

• Jason Perillo (Republican Party)

122nd District

• Ben McGorty (Republican Party)

Secretary of the State

• Stephanie Thomas (Democratic Party)
• Dominic Rapini (Republican Party)
• Cynthia Jennings (Independent Party)
• Stephanie Thomas (Working Families Party)

State Treasurer

• Erick Russell (Democratic Party)
• Harry Arora (Republican Party)
• Jennifer Baldwin (Independent Party)
• Erick Russell (Working Families Party)
• JoAnna Laiscell Libertarian Party)

State Comptroller

• Sean Scanlon (Democratic Party)
• Mary Fay (Republican Party)
• Sean Scanlon (Independent Party)
• Sean Scanlon (Working Families Party)

Attorney General

• William Tong (Democratic Party)
• Jessica Kordas (Republican Party)
• A.P. Pascarella (Independent Party)
• William Tong (Working Families Party)
• Ken Krayeske (Green Party)

Judge of Probate

• Fred Anthony (Republican Party)

Registrar of Voters

• Janet Sabovik (Democratic Party)
• Peter Pavone (Republican Party)

Derby residents went to the polls Tuesday to determine the following races. Results are unofficial, projected winners in bold:

Governor/ Lieutenant Governor

• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Democratic Party)
• Bob Stefanowski and Laura Devlin (Republican Party
• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Griebel Frank For CT Party)
• Robert Hotaling and Stewart “Chip” Beckett (Independent Party)
• Ned Lamont and Susan Bysiewicz (Working Families Party)

U.S. Senator

• Richard Blumenthal (Democratic Party)
• Leora Levy (Republican Party)
• Richard Blumenthal (Working Families Party)

Congressional Representative

• Rosa DeLauro (Democratic Party)
• Lesley DeNardis (Republican Party)
• Amy Chai (Independent Party)
• Justin Paglino (Green Party)

State Senator

• Jorge Cabrera (Democratic Party)
• Kathy Hoyt (Republican Party)
• Jorge Cabrera (Independent Party)
• Jorge Cabrera (Working Families Party)

State Representative

104th District

• Kara Rochelle (Democratic Party)
• Josh Shuart (Republican Party)
• Kara Rochelle (Independent Party)
• Kara Rochelle (Working Families Party)

105th District

• Nicole Klarides-Ditria (Republican Party)

114th District

• Mary Welander (Democratic Party)
• Daniel Cowan (Republican Party)
• Mary Welander (Independent Party)
• Mary Welander (Working Families Party)

Secretary of the State

• Stephanie Thomas (Democratic Party)
• Dominic Rapini (Republican Party)
• Cynthia Jennings (Independent Party)
• Stephanie Thomas (Working Families Party)

State Treasurer

• Erick Russell (Democratic Party)
• Harry Arora (Republican Party)
• Jennifer Baldwin (Independent Party)
• Erick Russell (Working Families Party)
• JoAnna Laiscell Libertarian Party)

State Comptroller

• Sean Scanlon (Democratic Party)
• Mary Fay (Republican Party)
• Sean Scanlon (Independent Party)
• Sean Scanlon (Working Families Party)

Attorney General

• William Tong (Democratic Party)
• Jessica Kordas (Republican Party)
• A.P. Pascarella (Independent Party)
• William Tong (Working Families Party)
• Ken Krayeske (Green Party)

Judge of Probate

• Clifford Hoyle (Democratic Party)
• Clifford Hoyle (Republican Party)

Ballot Question: Shall the city of Derby appropriate $3,000,000 for the 2022 Road Improvement Program, and authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in the same amount to defray the appropriation?