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Whitman County Commissioner

District 3

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4 years
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Election
Nov 3, 2026

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

Chad Whetzel

Prefers Republican Party

Whitman County Commissioner; farrier

The gist

  • Supports balancing growth with preserving rural heritage
  • Pledges small-business experience in balancing county budgets
More about Chad
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  1. Supports balancing growth with preserving rural heritage

    Candidate statement, Whitman County Official Local Voters' Pamphlet, November 3, 2026 General Election

    Provided by the campaign · Whitman County Auditor (statement written by the candidate) · p. 8 · whitmancounty.gov

    “By balancing responsible growth and preserving our rural heritage.”

  2. Pledges small-business experience in balancing county budgets

    Candidate statement, Whitman County Official Local Voters' Pamphlet, November 3, 2026 General Election

    Provided by the campaign · Whitman County Auditor (statement written by the candidate) · p. 8 · whitmancounty.gov

    “My success as a small business owner will guide me when balancing budgets.”

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