Farm service election ballots due Dec. 1

Warren County farmers, landowners, and operators located in the county Local Administrative Area No. 2 have begun receiving election ballots for this year’s County Committee election. Ballots must be returned to the Farm Service Agency county office or postmarked by Dec. 1 to be counted in this year’s election.

Gary Martin, outgoing County Committee Chairman, says this year’s election is no different than those of previous years, with the exception of the ballots themselves. “This year, the FSA offices have contracted with a company to print, and mail out ballots. You’ll notice the ballot envelopes themselves, are slightly larger than those of previous years,” said Martin.

Voters have the opportunity to vote for one of two candidates to represent them on the Farm Service Agency County Committee. Martin says voters should select only one candidate. This year’s nominees are Steve M. Glenn and Miles M. Collier.

“Both men expressed a sincere desire to serve the farmers and landowners within their respective area,” said Martin. “I believe both men will represent the farmers and landowners well in keeping landowners informed of current programs and activities associated with the Farm Service Agency.”

County Executive Director Steve Stubblefield said Martin has been a tremendous asset to the farmers and landowners during his 17 years of service.

“Gary has always had the interest of the farmers of Warren County first when making decision regarding programs and office operations,” said Stubblefield. “He has represented the farmers, the county office, and Warren County in an exemplary manner for the past 17 years. We will certainly miss his knowledge and experience on the FSA County Committee.”