Diaz, Howard officially declared winners in Peoria Public Schools board races

PEORIA, Ill. – The presumed winners of the two Peoria Public Schools board races are now official.

Andres “Andy” Diaz was the winner in the District Two race, earning nearly 60% of the vote over challenger David Daye.

Sarah Howard wins the District Three seat over Doug Shannon, with 81 votes separating the two.  Shannon had conceded the race last week, saying his bid was close but likely not enough.

Diaz and Howard held leads after Election Night, but results were certified on Tuesday.  Tuesday was the last day mail-in ballots that were postmarked by Election Day could be received and counted.