Heather Jones-Brown

About this race

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

2 candidates ran for Polk County Board of Supervisors, District 4 in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

About Heather Jones-Brown

Assistant chief diversity officer for staff equity, Grinnell College. Grew up on Des Moines' east side and graduated from East High School in 2002. She has never held public office. She serves on the executive committee of the NAACP Des Moines Branch and on the Des Moines YMCA Camp Advisory Board.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Water quality and flood mitigation
• Mental health resources
• Balanced budget
• Transportation
• Community investment and grant outreach

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, source 3, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

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• Alyson DeMoss · Republican

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Quick answers

What party is Heather Jones-Brown?

Heather Jones-Brown is running as a Democrat.

What does the Polk County Board of Supervisors, District 4 seat do?

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Who is Heather Jones-Brown running against?

Alyson DeMoss, for Polk County Board of Supervisors, District 4.

Should I vote for Heather Jones-Brown?

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