County
Chelan County Commissioner
District 2
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The board of county commissioners adopts Chelan County's budget, sets county tax rates and land-use policy, and oversees county departments.
Taxes & budget
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges to rebuild the county reserve fund.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
- Opposes using reserve funds to balance the county budget.
Public safety
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Supports replacing the Chelan County Regional Justice Center.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
No documented position found.
Housing
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
- Proposes builder incentives for housing young families can afford.
- Supports regional partnerships to expand housing options.
Economy & jobs
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Supports recruiting new industries to broaden the tax base.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
No documented position found.
Environment & parks
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Supports a wood products campus to use forest materials.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
No documented position found.
Health & human services
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Supports a four-county diversion facility for North Central Washington.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Shon D. SmithPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges to prioritize rural unincorporated residents.
Clint StrandPrefers Democrat Party
- Pledges clear expectations and accountability for county services.
- Pledges to improve trust among county employees.
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