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Three commissioners serve four-year staggered terms, with no term limits. Salary is $30,000 with some benefits. Two seats are open for this election. The top two in each party will advance to the General Election, and may be joined by others such as independents, for whom there is no primary. The two elected will serve with Thad Hoff (D), whose term expires in 2028.

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    CHRIS CLEVEN
    (Rep)

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    TERRI JONES
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

Why are you running for this office, and what training, experience, and skills would you bring to this office?

What would be your top three priorities as a county commissioner?

Property taxes are a significant funding source for the county budget. In the 2026 General Election, voters will decide whether to pass a constitutional amendment for a 50% reduction in property taxation. How would your budget priorities change if the amendment passes or other tax reduction legislation is proposed by the legislature?

Would you support data centers in Albany County? Please explain.

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