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Okanogan 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 Okanogan County's budget, sets county tax rates and land-use policy, and oversees county departments.

Taxes & budget

  • Trinity Hightower StuckerPrefers Republican Party

    • Pledges to tighten the county budget and review fees.
    • Supports lower taxes and proactive budgeting.
  • Jon R NealPrefers Republican Party

    • Opposes state taxation and regulation he views as excessive.

Public safety

  • Trinity Hightower StuckerPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports year-round wildfire fuel reduction and evacuation planning.
    • Supports volunteer fire districts with sustainable planning.
  • Jon R NealPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports EMS, law enforcement and firefighting as top priorities.

Economy & jobs

  • Trinity Hightower StuckerPrefers Republican Party

    • Proposes streamlined, clearer permitting timelines.
  • Jon R NealPrefers Republican Party

    • Supports businesses that benefit county communities.

Government & transparency

Courts & justice

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Okanogan County Commissioner, District 3 · Washington 2026 General Election · The Gist