County Commission At-Large, Seat 11
Source: knoxcounty.org
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:
David Velarde
LostIndependent · lost
Dr. David Velarde is the independent candidate for Knox County Commission At-Large Seat 11. Contemporary local election coverage identifies him as a political newcomer; his campaign did not respond to repeated interview requests.
Garrett Holt
WonRepublican · won
Garrett Holt says local government shapes everyday life, from roads and schools to businesses and the first responders who answer 911. He argues public service at the local level is some of the most important work there is.
Democratic · lost
Vivian Underwood Shipe is the Democratic candidate for Knox County Commission At-Large Seat 11. She is a longtime advocate and nonprofit leader, founded I Am the Voice of the Voiceless Inc., and previously worked for the U.S. Postal Service and led its local union shop.
Sources: knoxcounty.org2