Torrance County Commissioner, District 1
This seat represents District 1, not the whole district above. We can’t match an address to an area this small, so this race may not be on your ballot.
What does this office do?
- Setting your property tax rate
- Funding county roads, parks, and public health services
- Setting land use and building rules outside city limits
Affects: Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health, Government Efficiency,
Candidates:
Democratic
Albert Chavez is an entrepreneur and longtime Torrance County resident who describes himself as an advocate for youth and families. He says he would serve the people rather than the party.
Republican
Nathan Allen Schafer is a local business owner who has managed budgets, employees and regulations. His priorities are disciplined budgeting, infrastructure, public safety, and posting agendas earlier with plain-language summaries of major issues.
Decline to State
As of October 2026, we found no public information about Stephen E. Garrett's job, background, or goals.
Source: torrancecountynm.org