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County Council Member, Blackford County

District 3

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Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The county council is Blackford County's fiscal body: it adopts the budget, sets tax rates and approves spending.

CandidatesCompare by issue

Deb Grider

Republican

Insurance agent

The gist

  • Supports budget adjustments and diversified county revenue sources
  • Supports balancing economic development with the county's rural character
  • Pledges open communication as a first-time officeholder
More about Deb
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  1. Supports budget adjustments and diversified county revenue sources

    Cale, Grider seeking nod for council

    Candidate questionnaire · The News-Times (Hartford City) · Apr 29, 2026 · hartfordcitynewstimes.com

    “we must pursue responsible budget adjustments, diversify revenue sources and engage in thoughtful, long-term planning grounded in community priorities”

  2. Supports balancing economic development with the county's rural character

    Cale, Grider seeking nod for council

    Candidate questionnaire · The News-Times (Hartford City) · Apr 29, 2026 · hartfordcitynewstimes.com

    “Navigating a challenging balance between economic development projects and preserving the rural character of the county while managing the budget.”

  3. Pledges open communication as a first-time officeholder

    Cale, Grider seeking nod for council

    Candidate questionnaire · The News-Times (Hartford City) · Apr 29, 2026 · hartfordcitynewstimes.com

    “I bring a fresh perspective and a commitment to open communication”

John Velasquez

Democratic

The gist

No documented position found.

More about John

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