AI Ballot CheckWashington · General election, November 3, 2026
Chelan County COMMISSIONER DISTRICT NO. 2
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Shon D. Smith
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Chelan County is more than a place on a map – it is our home, our communities, our farms and orchards, our small businesses, and the families who work hard every day to build a good life here. Serving as your County Commissioner has been a privilege, and I remain committed to protecting the values and way of life that make Chelan County special.
I believe in practical, commonsense leadership rooted in accountability, fiscal responsibility, and respect for the people we serve. During my time in office, I have worked to support public safety, maintain roads and infrastructure, strengthen local economic opportunities, and ensure county government remains transparent and responsive.
Coming from a private business background, I understand the importance of hard work, collaboration, and responsible decision-making. I I believe good government should listen to the community, respect taxpayer dollars, and focus on long-term stewardship for future generations.
In my time as your commissioner, I am proud of the partnerships we have built across Chelan County and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving our communities with integrity and dedication.
Together, my wife of 33 years and our four children call Cashmere home. I would appreciate your vote in November.
Clint Strand
(Prefers Democrat Party)statement appears human
I’ve made Chelan County my home for 25 years, and understand the issues facing our communities. I’ve also spent 8+ years in elected office, so I understand how government should work for its people. And now I want to work for you.
Chelan County is a great place to live, work, raise a family, and grow your business. Your experience with the County should match that. I’ll listen and ask questions, then set expectations and accountability to make sure real improvements follow.
We all know there’s no such thing as a “starter home” anymore. It’s not just low-cost, “affordable” housing that’s needed - housing options for our young families are out of reach. I’ll do the hard work to create regional, partnership-based approaches, providing incentives for builders to make housing for the next generation worthwhile.
And finally, we have to be able to pay for our promises. We simply can’t keep dipping into our reserve funds to make the math work like Chelan County has been. You deserve someone who can lead the hard conversations about how our services get paid for, and what needs to be adjusted so our books balance - just like your family has to do.