Jerome Delvin (Benton County Commissioner Board District 1, Washington, candidate 2024)

Jerome Delvin

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Republican Party

Candidate, Benton County Commissioner Board District 1

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 6, 2024

Education

High school

Richland High School

Associate

Columbia Basin College, 1984

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1974 - 1977

Personal

Birthplace

Richland, Wash.

Religion

Christian: Protestant

Profession

Retired

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Jerome Delvin (Republican Party) ran for election to the Benton County Commissioner Board District 1 in Washington. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Delvin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Jerome Delvin provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on August 9, 2024:

• Birth date: April 15, 1956
• Birth place: Richland, Washington
• High school: Richland Hight School
• Associate: Columbia Basin College, 1984
• Military service: United States Army, 1974-1977
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Christian: Protestant
• Profession: Retired
• Prior offices held:
  • County Commissioner (2012-2024)
  • State Senator (2002-2012)
• Incumbent officeholder: Yes

Elections

General election

General election for Benton County Commissioner Board District 1

Jerome Delvin and Jeff J. Smart ran in the general election for Benton County Commissioner Board District 1 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Jerome Delvin (R)
	Submit photo	Jeff J. Smart (R)

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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Benton County Commissioner Board District 1

Jerome Delvin and Jeff J. Smart ran in the primary for Benton County Commissioner Board District 1 on August 6, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Jerome Delvin (R)
	Submit photo	Jeff J. Smart (R)

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Jerome Delvin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Delvin's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Elected Experience

Washington State House of Representative 1993-2004 Assistant Majority Floor Leader 1997-1999 Assistant Republican Floor Leader 1999-2001 Washington State Senate 2004-2012 Benton County Commissioner 2012-present Community Service Past Board Member: Tri-Cities Convention Bureau, RSVP Advisory Council, Boys and Girls Club, Support, Advocacy & Resource Center Education AS in Criminal Justice and an AA in Literature from Columbia Basin College. Other Professional Experience US Army-Military Police 1974-1977 Richland Police Department 1979-2006 Life Member, International Association of Bomb Technicians Charter Lifetime Member, American Legislative Exchange Council

Past President, Richland Police Guild

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Jerome believes that Benton County is a great place to live, work and play, By working together, we can make it even better.
• enton County faces many of the challenges that Jerome dealt with successfully at the state level - on issues such as water, agriculture, energy, and land use. As a member of the state legislature for more than 18 years, Delvin has used his experience and proven leadership to find solutions to these challenges both locally and state-wide.
• As your county commissioner, Jerome’s priorities will be supporting county services vital to the citizens, such as the Center for Recovery, through a balanced and sustainable budget. He will continue to develop and promote a friendly business climate, necessary for continued job growth. Like you, Delvin believes that it is crucial that government respect the rights of property owners and keep property taxes as low as possible.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public safety, treatment for addictions and mental health and transparent government

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

none

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

transparency with the citizens and open government with high ethics

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Honesty and ethical standards I set for myself

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

to be responsible with taxpayers dollars and provide for the safety of the public

What legacy would you like to leave?

I left my community for the better then I was alive.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The assassination/death of President Kennedy . I was in the 3rd grade

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Cleaning sidewalks at neighborhood store from Junior High school to high school

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Bill Lampson, Allen Brecke, Will McKay, Michael Alverez, Andy Miller, TC Home Builders, Local Teamsters, UAPlumber & Steamfitters Local 598, Area Firefighters, and many more

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

the highest priority

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