County Commissioner
Putnam County, West Virginia
My vote power: Above average
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:
Republican · Incumbent
Brian Ellis of Hurricane is a Putnam County commissioner from District 3. On a proposed Google data center, Ellis has said the county needs new tax revenue but must weigh the pace and cost of growth before deciding.
Democratic
David Edwards of Poca has worked in communications for 13 years, the last 10 as a telephone company worker in Communications Workers of America Local 2001. Edwards wants evening commission meetings for more transparency, relief for traffic, and zoning that protects neighbors' property rights.
Source: candidates.wvsos.gov