County
Kittitas County Sheriff
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The sheriff runs the county's law enforcement outside city police departments and, in most counties, the jail.
Public safety
Ben KokjerPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges reliable deputy response anywhere in the county.
- Supports continued use of body-worn cameras.
- Supports an Upper County Emergency Operations Center and precinct.
Darryl Chepoda JRPrefers Independent Party
- Supports refocusing on wildfire evacuation.
Roads & infrastructure
Ben KokjerPrefers Republican Party
- Supports strategies to reduce tourism and travel traffic impacts.
Darryl Chepoda JRPrefers Independent Party
No documented position found.
Government & transparency
Ben KokjerPrefers Republican Party
No documented position found.
Darryl Chepoda JRPrefers Independent Party
- Proposes a community information and outreach app.
- Supports full transparency and community engagement.
Courts & justice
Ben KokjerPrefers Republican Party
- Pledges timely follow-up for victims and strong casework.
Darryl Chepoda JRPrefers Independent Party
No documented position found.
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