Detrick led the group with 30.49% of votes, followed by Roeder with 30.17% of the vote, Nangle with 20.16% and Ruf with 19.18%. All 76 precincts are fully reporting with a 39.52% turnout for the race.
Detrick was appointed in July to fill James Scoby’s seat when he died before his term expired.
Nangle, who has lived most of his adult life in the township, said residents are ready for a new voice with fresh ideas. He is Springfield Twp.’s current fire chief.
Roeder, who was elected in 2018, is a lifelong Springfield Twp. resident, and was the township’s fire chief for 13 years and a member of the fire department for more than 45 years.
Ruf is a political newcomer aiming to overhaul the board. He is an advocate for first responders and has alleged “waste” on the part of incumbent trustees.
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