County

Cowlitz County Commissioner

District 3

Vote for: 1
Term: 4 years
Candidates: 2
Election: Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The board of county commissioners adopts Cowlitz County's budget, sets county tax rates and land-use policy, and oversees county departments.

Nominated by commissioner district in the primary; the whole county votes in the general election (RCW 36.32.040).

Candidates Compare by issue

Taxes & budget

Richard DahlPrefers Republican Party
- Opposes every proposed tax increase on the public.
- Supported letting a county tax sunset.
Chelsea ChandlerPrefers Democratic Party
- Pledges responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.

Public safety

Richard DahlPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Chelsea ChandlerPrefers Democratic Party
- Pledges focus on public safety and affordability.

Housing

Richard DahlPrefers Republican Party
- Opposes new county restrictions on property use.
Chelsea ChandlerPrefers Democratic Party
No documented position found.

Economy & jobs

Richard DahlPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Chelsea ChandlerPrefers Democratic Party
- Pledges to create economic opportunities and county investment.

Environment & parks

Richard DahlPrefers Republican Party
- Opposed a new flood control ordinance's property restrictions.
Chelsea ChandlerPrefers Democratic Party
No documented position found.

Challengers are listed first and incumbents last; otherwise candidates appear in ballot order. The Gist does not rank, rate or endorse candidates. Only positions backed by a cited source are shown; 5 issues covered in this race.