Adams sails to victory in Allegheny County Council District 9 race

Aaron Adams of Duquesne will fill the seat long held by District 9 Councilman Bob Macey, who is retiring.

Democrat Aaron Adams of Duquesne sailed to an easy victory for the Allegheny County Council District 9 seat, beating GOP candidate Patrick D. Provins of Elizabeth Township, according to unofficial election results.

With all 120 precincts reporting as of press time, Adams had 15,099 votes, while Provins had 9,259.

Adams won the Democratic ticket in the May primary election, while Provins was a write-in for the Republican party.

“Normally, it’s usually really low turn outs for these elections, and in May we saw that a lot, but there were a lot of big numbers at polling locations,” Adams said. “Thanks for coming out today. It was a beautiful day to do so. I am excited.”

For the first time in nearly 20 years, a newcomer will replace Bob Macey, 76, DWest Mifflin, who was the longest-serving member of the current council. He announced earlier this year he is planning on retiring.

District 9 comprises Dravosburg, Duquesne, Elizabeth Borough, Elizabeth Township, Forward Township, Glassport, Liberty, Lincoln, McKeesport, Munhall, Port Vue, South Versailles, Versailles, West Mifflin, Whitaker and White Oak.

A member of Council for the City of Duquesne since 2022, Adams said his top three priorities if elected for District 9 would be to balance public safety, economic development, and infrastructure since “they’re deeply connected.”

Adams said he also wants to prioritize upgrading community owned infrastructure like water, roads and small business to ensure they are reliable and built for growth. He said he felt good about everything Tuesday evening.

Adams plans on supporting safer communities and schools by investing in community policing, mental health resources and school safety programs.

He is also excited to get involved and spearhead County Executive Sara Innamorato and Sen. Nick Pisciottano’s Mon Valley Forward program, which will attract business investment, create and retain quality jobs, support existing business growth, and build long-term economic competitiveness in the Mon Valley region, according to the county website.

“I had a really positive day out there with people,” he said. “I actually got off of my schedule because I got talking with people and had good conversations, but it went well. Just talking to people today and getting their thoughts, going door to door to see what they need, I am really excited to try to help.”

Provins, of Elizabeth Township, grew up and works in the Mon Valley, is a U.S. Navy veteran, was in the Pa. Army National Guard 4 years, has been a paramedic for 25-plus years and more. He is vice chair of the Elizabeth Township Republican committee.

Due to the low amount of mail in votes, Provins said Tuesday that he did not see himself jumping back up in voter count.

“I appreciate the people coming out to vote,” Provins said. “It has been a fun ride and I have been enjoying every minute of it.”