Editor's note: This story was updated at 8:42 p.m. on Feb. 11 to add a statement from Kimberly Blodgett.
Teacher Kim Blodgett won the election for Ward 7 council member seat against opponent Amanda Chaffin.
Blodgett will replace Ward 7 Councilmember Stephen Tyler Holman who was elected mayor Tuesday evening.
As of 8:06 p.m. with 758 votes cast, Blodgett received 61.74% of votes, or 468, according to unofficial results from the Oklahoma State Election Board’s website. Chaffin received 38.26%, or 290.
Blodgett told OU Tuesday night following her win that she is excited and ready to get started.
"I think this shows that Norman wants someone who is going to be a voice for all," Blodgett said.
Blodgett said her first goals once she enters office in July is to increase voter turnout for Ward 7 and encourage engagement between her constituents and council.
"My message to Norman is, 'Let's go!'" Blodgett said.
Blodgett told the OU Daily in January she advocates for affordable housing, resources for people experiencing homelessness and education.
Blodgett is also passionate about accessibility in Norman and wrote she wants to make the city “walkable, bikeable, and accessible for all abilities.”
Blodgett will be sworn in in July and serve a two-year term.
This story was edited by Ismael Lele and Ana Barboza. Avery Avery copy edited this story.
