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County Council Member, Scott County

District 4

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4 years
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Election
Nov 3, 2026

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

James (Jr.) Ward

RepublicanIncumbent

Scott County Council president (District 4)

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  • Opposed a $5-an-hour raise for sheriff's deputies
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  1. Opposed a $5-an-hour raise for sheriff's deputies

    Emotions Flare As Scott County Council Denies $5 Raises For Deputies

    News coverage · The Crothersville Times · Oct 18, 2023 · crothersvilletimes.com

    “we regret we do not believe at this time we are able to give $5 per hour raise”

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