Two Incumbent Commissioners Considering Running For Chair Position In Oconee County

Oconee County Board of Commissioners Chairman Melvin Davis is at center stage as the county orients itself for next year’s Board of Commissioners elections.

Davis, who is 75, has until noon on March 11 to decide if he wants to seek a fifth term as a party candidate or until noon on July 1 should he choose to run as an independent.

Commissioner John Daniell says he is actively “investigating” a run for the Commission chairmanship, and Commissioner Mark Saxon says he is keeping “that option open” should Davis not run.

Commissioner Jim Luke says he plans to retire, meaning that, if Daniell were to run for Commission chair, three of the four regular posts as well as the chair position could be up for election.

Former Commissioner Chuck Horton and former candidates Sarah Bell and Maria Caudill say they are still deciding if they plan to run for any of the open spots.

Others are considering their options as well.

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Pictured: Melvin Davis