WASHINGTON COUNTY
One Vote
Election Project
working toward a future where every person in Washington County votes in every election
One Vote Election Project is a nonpartisan civic engagement effort highlighting the benefits of participating in local Washington County elections.
One Vote Election Project helps voters feel prepared and motivated to show up and make that difference. Because our votes matter for our communities.
Who are my current elected officials?
We’ve linked how to contact your reps at every levels of government
FEDERAL
United States President
United States Senate
United States House of Representatives
Diane Harshbarger- US Congressional District 1
STATE
Tennessee General Assembly
Tennessee State Senate
Tennessee State House of Representative
COUNTY
County Commissioners:
MUNICIPALITIES
Johnson City City Commission Homepage
Greg Cox- Mayor
Jenny Brock-Vice Mayor
Todd Flower-At Large Commissioner
Whitney Goetz- At Large Commissioner
Joe Wise- At Large Commissioner
Town of Jonesborough Leadership
Kelly Wolfe-Mayor
Virginia Causey- Alderwoman
Terry Countermine- Alderman
Adam Dickson- Alderman
Zac Jenkins- Alderman
SCHOOL BOARD
There are two school districts in Washington County: Johnson City Schools which includes schools in Johnson City limits & Washington Co. Schools which includes Jonesborough and unincorporated areas of Washington County.
Washington County School Board Homepage
School Board District 1 Members- covers County Commission Districts 2, 4, 11, 12, 13
Annette Buchanan
Keith Ervin
Vince Walters
School Board District 2 Members- covers County Commission Districts 1, 3, 5, 14, 15
Eric Barnes
Mike Masters
Whitney Riddle
School Board District 3 Members- covers County Commission Districts 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Chad Fleenor
David Hammond
Greg Huddlestone
Why does civic engagement matter?
What is civic engagement? The ways individuals actively participate in their communities to address public issues and improve the quality of life for all.
Resources about why it matters:
Why Calling Your Elected Officials STILL Matters- Americans of Conscience
Does Calling Congress Really Work?- Represent US
A Mini Course on State and Local Governments- From American Foundation for the Blind
5 Reasons To Pay Attention to Local School Board Elections- From Center for American Progress
Why Speaking at City Commission Meetings Matters- From ACLU of North Dakota
Other Important Resources:
Know Your Rights- American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee (ACLU- TN)
Next Elections are in 2026
Primary for County Elections
Election Day: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, April 6, 2026
Early Voting Period: Wednesday, April 15 – Thursday, April 30, 2026
Absentee Ballot Request Period- Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - Saturday, April 25, 2026
State and Federal Primary and County General Election
Election Day: Thursday August 6, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Early Voting Period: Friday, July 17 – Saturday, August 1, 2026
Absentee Ballot Request Period: Friday, May 8, 2026 - Monday, July 27, 2026
State and Federal General and Municipal Election
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026
Early Voting Period: Wednesday, October 14 – Thursday, October 29, 2026
Absentee Ballot Request Period: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 -Saturday, October 24, 2026
