Suni Woolstenhulme has been nominated as the Republican candidate for Summit County Clerk for the 2026 election cycle, according to the Summit County Republican Party. Woolstenhulme enters the race as the party's unopposed candidate following the official nominating convention held on March 31, 2026.
The Nominating Convention Process
The nomination occurred during the 2026 Summit County Republican Nominating Convention, an event held on March 31, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Mountain Time. According to the Summit County Republican Party, the convention serves as the official credentialing and nominating process for the party's ticket, allowing delegates to choose the standard-bearers for the upcoming election cycle.
Candidate and Party Business
During the convention, delegates engaged in the official process of moving to advance Republican candidates. The Summit County Republican Party identified Woolstenhulme as the unopposed candidate for County Clerk, noting her position as she prepares for the upcoming general election. The convention also included debates and votes on Constitutional Amendments to the party's bylaws, aimed at ensuring organizational transparency and effectiveness.
Local Governance Transitions
The 2026 election cycle marks a period of transition for local governance in the region. The Summit County Republican Party noted that the convention was particularly significant as the county transitions to a new 5-District County Council system. Delegates served as the final gatekeepers for local leadership during this structural change.
Republican Party Leadership
The Summit County Republican Party is led by a leadership team focused on community engagement and local issues. The current chair is Ari Ioannides, a resident of Wanship and a former President of Park City Performing Arts. Ioannides, who has a background in technology and strategic planning, is joined by Vice Chair Tory Welch, a U.S. Army veteran and small business owner.
Party Officers and Delegates
Other members of the party leadership include Secretary Pat O'Connell, a retired investment banker and economist who serves as a county delegate for the Deer Valley South precinct. The leadership team also includes Treasurer Patty Brewer, who has experience in business management and the fintech industry, and several regional chairs.
Regional Leadership Structure
The regional leadership structure includes Marjorie Ellis as the Park City Regional Chair, Philip D'Agostini as the South Summit Regional Chair, and Louise Willoughby as the North Summit Regional Chair. Additionally, Tal Adair serves as the State Central Committee Representative. Adair is a former Summit County Council member who was proclaimed a Council Member Tal Adair Day on December 1, 2016.
Clerk Office Role
The Summit County Clerk's Office remains the official entity responsible for managing various county services and information. While the Republican Party has finalized its nomination for the 2026 cycle, the election will determine the leadership for the office in the upcoming term.
