AJ Roll (Ontario City Council At-large, Ohio, candidate 2025)

AJ Roll

Republican Party

Candidate, Ontario City Council At-large

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 6, 2025

Next election

November 4, 2025

Personal

Birthplace

Lorain, OH

Religion

Christian

Profession

Nurse

Contact

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AJ Roll (Republican Party) is running for election to the Ontario City Council At-large in Ohio. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.^[source] He was a write-in candidate in the Republican primary on May 6, 2025.^[source]

Roll completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

AJ Roll provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on July 15, 2025:

• Birth date: November 6, 2005
• Birth place: Lorain, Ohio
• High school: Shelby High School
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Christian
• Profession: Nurse
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Rolling Ontario Forward
• Campaign Facebook

Elections

General election

General election for Ontario City Council At-large (3 seats)

Brennen Finfgeld, AJ Roll, and Richard A. Pauley are running in the general election for Ontario City Council At-large on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Brennen Finfgeld (D)
		AJ Roll (R)
	Submit photo	Richard A. Pauley (Independent) (Write-in)

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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Ontario City Council At-large (3 seats)

Kyle M. Webb and AJ Roll ran in the Republican primary for Ontario City Council At-large on May 6, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Kyle M. Webb
		AJ Roll (Write-in)

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AJ Roll completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Roll's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is AJ Roll, and I’m a lifelong Ohioan, a proud Gen Z conservative, and a candidate for Ontario City Council At-Large. At just 19 years old, I’m stepping up because I believe Ontario’s future deserves fresh energy, strong leadership, and someone who truly cares about the people who call this city home. I moved to Ontario a few years ago and quickly fell in love with the community — its values, its work ethic, and its potential. I may be young, but I take this responsibility seriously. I’ve worked hard, served my neighbors, and stayed rooted in faith, family, and a commitment to public service. I’m running to make Ontario stronger, more prosperous, and to ensure it works for every resident!

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Fresh Leadership with Real Commitment I may be young, but I bring energy, determination, and a deep commitment to Ontario’s future. I’m not running for a title — I’m running to serve. I want to be a voice for the next generation and a bridge between the community and the decisions that shape it. Ontario deserves leadership that shows up, listens, and puts people first.
• Building a Stronger, More Prosperous Ontario I believe in smart growth, responsible planning, and keeping Ontario a great place to live, work, and raise a family. That means protecting what makes our city special while supporting new businesses, maintaining strong infrastructure, and making sure every resident feels seen and heard.
• Making Local Government Work for You I’m here to serve the people — not to play politics. I’ll bring transparency, common sense, and real accessibility to City Hall. If elected, I’ll be the kind of council member who shows up, answers calls, and actually listens. It’s time local government starts working for everyone and I’m ready to make that happen.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m passionate about local economic growth, responsible development, and keeping Ontario a city that works for its residents. I care deeply about supporting small businesses, improving infrastructure, and making sure city government stays accessible and transparent.

As a member of the next generation, I also want to see Ontario plan boldly for the future — with policies that reflect both our values and our potential. I believe in putting families first, creating opportunity, and strengthening our community from the ground up.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to leaders who combine strong principles with a willingness to listen and work hard — people who aren’t afraid to stand up for what they believe in, but also know the importance of serving others.

Someone like Ronald Reagan inspires me because he championed conservative values while connecting with everyday Americans. I also admire J.D. Vance for his story of resilience and commitment to community.

I want to follow their example by being a leader who’s honest, hardworking, and focused on making Ontario stronger and better for everyone not just a select few.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

One book I’d recommend is “Hillbilly Elegy” by J.D. Vance. It’s not a policy manual, but it’s a powerful story about family, struggle, opportunity, and the American Dream all through the eyes of someone who came from a small town and wanted to make a difference.

It speaks to a political philosophy that’s rooted in personal responsibility, strong communities, faith, and the belief that anyone no matter their background can step up and lead. That’s the spirit I bring to this campaign, and to public service.

We need people who care, who listen, and who fight for what’s right. That’s the kind of leader I’m working to be.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I believe the most important qualities for an elected official are integrity, accountability, and humility. People deserve leaders who tell the truth, own their decisions, and never forget who they work for.

An elected official should be someone who listens first, serves with purpose, and always puts the community above politics. It takes courage to lead, but even more courage to listen and that’s the kind of leadership I’m committed to bringing to Ontario.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

State Rep. & County Chairwoman Marilyn John

County Vice Chairman Bill Freytag
Mayor of Ontario Kris Knapp
President of Ontario Council Edie Galo
Ontario Councilman Josh Bradley
Ontario Councilwoman Sherry Branham-Fonner

Service Safety Director Adam Gongwer

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