New Hanover County Board of Commissioners

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

5 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.

Candidates

Richard M. Collier

Republican
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Bob Drach

Libertarian
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LeAnn Pierce

Republican · $286K raised (state filings)
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.

LeShonda Wallace

Democrat · $67K raised (state filings)
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Rob Zapple

Democrat · $121K raised (state filings)
Not enough public record yet to place on the left–right scale.
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Quick answers

Who is running for New Hanover County Board of Commissioners in 2026?
Richard M. Collier (Republican), Bob Drach (Libertarian), LeAnn Pierce (Republican), LeShonda Wallace (Democrat) and Rob Zapple (Democrat).
What does this office do?
Your county's governing board (in Illinois, the county board). Adopts the county budget and property-tax levy, passes county ordinances, and oversees county services such as health and welfare programs, roads and county buildings.
Who should I vote for in the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners 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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