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Jim Trakas

Currently holds the office of Independence City Council - At Large until December 31, 2025.

Candidate for Independence City Council - At Large in 2023 Ohio General Election.

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Jim Trakas

Independence City Council - At Large

About Jim Trakas

Professional Experience
Ohio Policy Advocates, President (2019 - Present)
City of Independence, Councilmember (2016 - Present)
American Online Learning Center, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (2013 - Present)
The Cleveland Press, Paperboy
Allied Color Industries, Inc., Corporate Materials Manager
Ohio House of Representatives, Ohio State Representative
Ohio Military Reserves, 1st Lieutenant and HHC Company Commander
Degrees
Bachelor's, The Ohio State University, Social and Behavioral Sciences (1987)
High School Diploma, Independence High School (1983)

Taxes / Budget

We can count on Jim Trakas to be a pro-economic development leader who will work hard to keep taxes low, reduce unnecessary regulation, and attract new jobs to our town. Learn more

Election Information

Recent Candidacies
Independence City Council - At Large in Ohio General Election
Independence City Council - At Large in Ohio General Election
Ohio House of Representatives - District 6 in Ohio 2018 General Election
Ohio House of Representatives - District 6 in Ohio 2018 Primary Election

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