The second in command will become the first in Lewes.
Andrew Williams, city councilperson and deputy mayor for Lewes, won the mayoral election on Saturday with 471 votes, according to a city press release.
He was running against incumbent Ted Becker, who was not far behind with 414 votes, and Ric Moore with 238 votes.
Recording a total of 1,123 votes, Lewes saw about 75% of its registered voters turn out either in person or by absentee voting.
To read more about the candidates: Who is running for Lewes mayor this weekend? What to know about the three candidates
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Emily Lytle covers Sussex County from the inland towns to the beaches. Got a story she should tell? Contact her at elytle@delmarvanow.com or 302-332-0370. Follow her on Twitter at @emily3lytle.
