Lisa A. Sobecki is a Democrat representing Lucas County in Ohio, currently a candidate for Lucas County Commission in the 2026 primary. A U.S. Navy veteran born on June 30, 1967, she served as the first female fire safety instructor sailor, stationed at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for 3.5 years and Charleston, South Carolina for two years. Originally from Republic, Missouri, she has lived in Toledo's Point Place area for many years, is married to Eddie , and has two sons, one daughter-in-law, one granddaughter, and one grandson. Notable achievements include sponsoring bills passed by the Ohio House such as Eugene Kranz Day, Officers Dia and Stalker Highway, a $5 million grant for CDL workforce opportunities, and Fair School Funding; she also oversaw construction of 44 new schools and renovations as Toledo Public Schools Board president.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: U.S. Navy veteran; no formal higher education degree specified.
• Political Experience:
  • Lucas County Commissioner .
  • Ohio House of Representatives, 45th District , serving on committees including Primary and Secondary Education, Economic and Workforce Development, Ways and Means, and State and Local Government.
  • Toledo Public Schools Board of Education , managing strategic planning, balanced budgets, and school facilities.
  • Economic support specialist and union chair at Lucas County Job and Family Services .
  • National Association of Counties Board of Directors Representative and Women of NACo treasurer.