Meghan Raehll (Berlin Township Trustee Board At-large (Delaware County), Ohio, candidate 2025)

Meghan Raehll

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Berlin Township Trustee Board At-large (Delaware County)

Elections and appointments

Next election

November 4, 2025

Education

High school

Whetstone High School

Bachelor's

Ohio Dominican University, 2003

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Profession

Educator

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Meghan Raehll is running for election to the Berlin Township Trustee Board At-large (Delaware County). She is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.^[source]

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

Biography

Meghan Raehll provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 4, 2025:

• High school: Whetstone High School
• Bachelor's: Ohio Dominican University, 2003
• Graduate: Ashland Theological; Trinitiy International; Duquesne University; University of Kentucky
• PhD: The State University of New York at Buffalo (SUNY), 2016
• Gender: Female
• Profession: Educator
• Prior offices held:
  • Chair, Board of Trustees (Berlin Township) (2022-Prsnt)
• Incumbent officeholder: Yes
• Campaign slogan: Fiscal Focus | Responsible Growth | Connected Community
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Elections

General election

The general election will occur on November 4, 2025.

General election for Berlin Township Trustee Board At-large (Delaware County) (2 seats)

Chris Bjorkman, Angela Brown, Greg Prantl, Meghan Raehll, and Don Sutton are running in the general election for Berlin Township Trustee Board At-large (Delaware County) on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Chris Bjorkman (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Angela Brown (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Greg Prantl (Nonpartisan)
		Meghan Raehll (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Don Sutton (Nonpartisan)

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Meghan Raehll completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Raehll'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.

Meghan Raehll (pronounced “Rail”) is a proud Ohio native who chose Berlin Township for its rural charm and excellent schools. A former collegiate soccer player at Ohio Dominican University, she later earned her masters degrees from various institutions before earning her doctorate degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. For nearly four years, Meghan has served as a Berlin Township Trustee while also working as an Assistant Dean at a local university. In her free time, she enjoys coaching youth sports and playing pickleball.

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?

• Fiscal Focus. Meghan Raehll takes pride in being a fiscally responsible leader who carefully stewards taxpayer dollars. During her term, she has helped secure alternative revenue sources to reduce future reliance on property taxes and has ensured transparency and accountability in all financial decisions. Her focus remains on saving to protect the township’s financial future while maintaining quality services without increasing tax burdens.
• Responsible Growth. As one of the fastest-growing townships in the fastest-growing county in Ohio, it is critical to plan for smart and responsible growth. Supporting commericial growth can help diversify the tax base and managing safety through having capacity in support services, roads, and infrastruture is critical. Meghan Raehll has championed zoning and development that aligns with infrastructure, that can support growth protected green spaces, and preserveed Berlin Township's character.
• Connected Community. Meghan Raehll believes local government should be open, transparent, and resident-centered. She has strengthened community communication through public meetings, digital engagement, and by establishing Berlin Township’s first Parks and Trails Advisory Committee. The committee has successfully secured grant funding to improve walkability and connectivity. Meghan’s connected community focus reflects a collaborative leadership approach to foster resident engagement and access to information.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

As Trustee, Meghan Raehll has:

-Championed responsible growth
-Worked to keep taxes low for residents
-Streamlined township operations for efficiency
-Expanded trails planning to connect neighborhoods
-Ensured safety services have the resources they need

Maintaining responsible growth, fiscal focus, and a connected community through trails and technology will remain priorities Trustee Meghan Raehll is parrionate about.

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

Meghan Raehll believes the most important qualities of an elected official are integrity, hard work, and a genuine commitment to serving all residents. She values a non-partisan approach focused on collaboration and problem-solving. Drawing on her interdisciplinary leadership experience in education, governance, and community development, Meghan leads by example through dedication, consistency, and respect for residents. She listens first and utilizes evidence-based research to make informed decisions that fiscal responsibility, smart growth, and community connection. Being self-funded, she is free to represent the interests of residents, ensuring decisions are guided by what is best for the community.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Meghan Raehll hopes her legacy is one of leadership grounded in service, integrity, and community impact. She strives to make her son proud by leading through example and inspiring the next generation to serve with purpose. Meghan wants to leave Berlin Township financially strong, with responsible zoning that supports thoughtful growth and preserves the community’s character. She also hopes residents enjoy greater walkability, accessibility, and connection to local government because of the work accomplished during her time in office.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Berlin wall coming down (1989)

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