By Adam Studzinski

BLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Board saw an upset Tuesday as Josh Barnett took down incumbent Ben Owens for the County Board District 10 seat.

Barnett said his message resonated with voters.

“People were looking for a candidate who would eagerly promote economic development, would work hard to bring transparency to our county government, and would be a watchful steward of our tax dollars,” he said.

Barnett says his agenda moving forward includes moving the time of the County Board meetings.

“To give citizens more access and allow better participation,” said Barnett. “I also would like to see us do more in the area of collaboration with the Town of Normal and City of Bloomington.”

Barnett added he’s humbled by the great support he received in the district.

After this loss, Owens said he is unsure about running for another political office.

“I’ve always said that it’s not in my control, my future is in God’s hands,” said Owens. “We move forward what he wants to do in my life he will do.”

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