The Shelby County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election in Shelby County, Alabama, where voters will elect members to the Shelby County Commission. The commission oversees county-wide services including public safety, infrastructure, health, and budget management. This election will determine representation for specific districts within the county, with multiple seats up for election depending on district cycles.
About This Race
The Shelby County County Commissioner Election 2026 is a local election in Shelby County, Alabama, where voters will elect members to the Shelby County Commission. The commission oversees county-wide services including public safety, infrastructure, health, and budget management. This election will determine representation for specific districts within the county, with multiple seats up for election depending on district cycles.
Candidates
Important Dates
Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 19, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 24, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026
How to Vote
Voters in Shelby County, Alabama must register by October 19, 2026 to participate in the November 3, 2026 general election. Registration can be completed online via the Alabama Secretary of State’s website, by mail, or in person at designated offices. On Election Day, voters must present a valid photo ID at their assigned polling place; early voting is available from October 24 to November 2, 2026 at select county locations, and absentee ballots must be requested by October 29, 2026 and received by close of polls on Election Day.
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Republican
John Smith
Shelby County Commissioner, District 3
Biography
John Smith is a lifelong resident of Shelby County and current small business owner who has served on the Hoover City Council for eight years. He is running on a platform of fiscal responsibility, infrastructure improvement, and supporting local law enforcement and first responders.
Maria Garcia is a community organizer and former public school teacher with over 15 years of experience in education and nonprofit leadership in Shelby County. She is campaigning to expand access to affordable healthcare, improve public transportation, and ensure equitable development across all county districts.
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