County Commissioner District 2
This seat represents District 2, 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:
Republican · Incumbent
Amanda Ballard is the Republican incumbent candidate for Manatee County Commissioner District 2. She has served on the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners since 2022.
Records: Government Spending Reduction 1 against, Public Infrastructure 1 for
Democratic
Charles B. Smith Sr. is the Democratic candidate for Manatee County Commissioner District 2. He previously served as a Manatee County commissioner and as Palmetto vice mayor and city commissioner.
Republican
Edward Bailey Jr. is a Republican candidate for Manatee County Commissioner District 2. He is a political newcomer and campaign professional.
Sources: votemanatee.gov · voterfocus.com