An updated vote count in Hood River County produced no change in the leaders in close races during the May 16 special districts election John Everitt’s advantage over Svea Truax for position two on the Port of Hood River Commission increased to eight votes, 1,182 to 1,174. And Benjamin Sheppard’s lead over David Russo for position two on the Hood River County School District board stayed at six votes, 323 to 317. In addition, the NORCOR permanent tax rate measure continued to be defeated, 4,162 to 4,117. Hood River County Elections Supervisor Kim Kean is encouraging anyone who received a challenge letter in regard to their ballot is encouraged to contact the County elections office in the County Administration Building at 601 State in Hood River or call them at 541-386-1442.