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County Council Member, Grant County

District 2

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Term
4 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

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

CandidatesCompare by issue

Keith Bennett

Republican

Owner, Los Amores Mexican Restaurant

The gist

  • Supports policies backing farmers, lower taxes and local businesses
  • Pledges smart budgeting and responsible spending
  • Supports training and support for first responders
More about Keith
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  1. Supports policies backing farmers, lower taxes and local businesses

    County Council District 2: Keith Bennett

    News coverage · Chronicle-Tribune · May 7, 2026 · chronicle-tribune.com

    “I aim to advocate for policies that support our farmers, reduce taxes and promote local businesses”

  2. Pledges smart budgeting and responsible spending

    County Council District 2: Keith Bennett

    News coverage · Chronicle-Tribune · May 7, 2026 · chronicle-tribune.com

    “He also pledges to be fiscally responsible with taxpayer money by focusing on smart budgeting and responsible spending.”

  3. Supports training and support for first responders

    County Council District 2: Keith Bennett

    News coverage · Chronicle-Tribune · May 7, 2026 · chronicle-tribune.com

    “He plans to advocate for the training, education and support they need to continue serving Grant County.”

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