County Commissioners
Boone County has 3 County Commissioners with each representing one of 3 districts. District 1 encompasses these townships: Eagle (2-4, 7-10, 12,13, 16-20).
Voters in Boone County can vote for all County Commissioner candidates no matter in which district they live.
The Role of a County Commissioner
These are just a few of the responsibilities of a county commissioner:
Infrastructure
Supervise the construction and maintenance of county roads and bridges.
Legislative & Policy
Establish county ordinances, set minimum housing standards, and manage solid waste district strategies.
Elections
Administer election functions, such as establishing precincts and providing polling places.
Administrative and Financial
Audit and authorize claims against the county, receive bids, and authorize contracts. Preparing the annual budget that they have direct control over.
Personnel & Appointments
Implement employee policies and make appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees.
Property Management
Supervise and maintain all county property, including the courthouse, annex, and jail.
