Union Township Board Member, Shelby County

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5 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026 · Union Township voters

What this office does

One of three members of Indiana's township board, the township's legislative body. The board adopts the township budget and sets its tax rates and levies, fixes the pay of township officers and employees, and reviews the trustee's annual report of receipts and spending.

Candidates

Barbara J Branson

Democrat
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Karen Meyer

Republican
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Cynthia Ramsey

Republican
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Jane Ann Thurston

Democrat
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Barbara L Walton

Democrat
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Quick answers

Who is running for Union Township Board Member, Shelby County in 2026?
Barbara J Branson (Democrat), Karen Meyer (Republican), Cynthia Ramsey (Republican), Jane Ann Thurston (Democrat) and Barbara L Walton (Democrat).
What does this office do?
One of three members of Indiana's township board, the township's legislative body. The board adopts the township budget and sets its tax rates and levies, fixes the pay of township officers and employees, and reviews the trustee's annual report of receipts and spending.
Who should I vote for in the Union Township Board Member, Shelby County race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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