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Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election

Election Date:November 7, 2028Register by:October 15, 2028

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election will be held on November 7, 2028, in Cumberland County, Maine. Voters will elect county commissioners to oversee county government operations, including budget approval, public works, and administration of county services across the district.

About This Race

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election will be held on November 7, 2028, in Cumberland County, Maine. Voters will elect county commissioners to oversee county government operations, including budget approval, public works, and administration of county services across the district.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 7, 2028
Registration Deadline
October 15, 2028
Early Voting Starts
October 21, 2028
Early Voting Ends
November 4, 2028

How to Vote

To vote in the 2028 Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election, Maine residents must first register to vote by October 15, 2028, either online, by mail, or in person at their town clerk’s office. On Election Day, voters can cast ballots at their assigned polling place; early voting is available from October 21 to November 4, 2028, at designated municipal locations. Maine requires voters to provide identification if registering for the first time or if requested by a moderator, though photo ID is not required to vote if already registered.

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Democratic

James R. Thompson

Cumberland County Commissioner

Biography

James R. Thompson is a former Cumberland County budget analyst and longtime resident of Portland who has served on the city’s housing authority board. He is running to improve fiscal transparency, expand public transportation access, and strengthen mental health services across the county.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Linda M. Chen

Cumberland County Commissioner

Biography

Linda M. Chen is a small business owner from Scarborough and former school committee member with over 15 years of experience in local education and economic development. She is campaigning on a platform of reducing county taxes, supporting rural infrastructure, and increasing government accountability.

Campaign Website

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