Tony Jacobelli

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Tony Jacobelli

Republican Party

Candidate, Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

University of Pittsburgh, 1983

Graduate

North Carolina State University, 1992

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Birthplace

Jeannette, PA

Religion

Christian

Profession

Engineer

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Tony Jacobelli (Republican Party) is running for election for an at-large seat of the Guilford County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina. The Republican primary for this office on March 3, 2026, was canceled.

Biography

Tony Jacobelli was born in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. Jacobelli earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1983 and a graduate degree from North Carolina State University in 1992. His career experience includes working as an engineer.

Elections

2026

See also: Municipal elections in Guilford County, North Carolina (2026)

General election

The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

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General election for Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large

Tony Jacobelli (R) is running in the general election for Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large on November 3, 2026.

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Democratic primary

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Democratic primary for Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large

Greg Drumwright (D), Toby Hedgepeth (D), and Amy Kemp (D) are running in the Democratic primary for Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large on March 3, 2026.

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Republican primary

The Republican primary scheduled for March 3, 2026, was canceled. Tony Jacobelli (R) advanced from the Republican primary for Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large without appearing on the ballot.

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2024

See also: Municipal elections in Guilford County, North Carolina (2024)

General election

General election for Guilford County Board of Commissioners District 4

Incumbent Mary Beth Murphy defeated Tony Jacobelli in the general election for Guilford County Board of Commissioners District 4 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mary Beth Murphy (D)	54.5	21,332
	Submit photo	Tony Jacobelli (R)	45.5	17,804

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 39,136
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Mary Beth Murphy advanced from the Democratic primary for Guilford County Board of Commissioners District 4.

Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Tony Jacobelli advanced from the Republican primary for Guilford County Board of Commissioners District 4.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Jacobelli in this election.

Campaign themes

2026

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2024

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A consistent and conservative advocate who expects government at all levels to be responsible and accountable to the taxpayers.

In general I believe the less government the better, but I understand certain people will need certain help at certain times in their lives. I am an engineer who spent 30 years in private industry designing, fabricating, and fixing things to improve people’s capability and productivity.

I intend to bring that same attitude and ability to my role as County Commissioner - to engineer a better future for Guilford county - by fixing things that don’t work and improving things that do!

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?

• Accountability to the taxpayers
• Fixing things that aren’t working.
• Improving things that do work, but can be done better.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Getting Guilford County’s tax rates, primarily property tax, more in line with the rest of NC.
Informing all citizens of how property taxes affect their rent (if they aren’t home owners), their children’s and grandchildren’s education, and our overall quality of living in Guilford County.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I admire all leaders that lead with wisdom and integrity, even if it is unpopular with their party or the times.

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

Atlas Shrugged

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

Integrity, honesty, responsibility and accountability

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

I am passionate about doing the right things, for the right reasons, at the right times.

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

To be a good steward of taxpayers money, to judiciously allocate the county’s resources, and to be completely transparent with our budgets and how they are determined and distributed.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Being an excellent husband and father, a mature and devout Christian, a passionate citizen and leader who insists on doing what is right - regardless of who doesn't like it.

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

The first moon landing. i was 9 years old.

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

Bussing and waiting on tables in a restaurants - several.
I did that for several years until I went off to college.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible, because it's so relevant for any time in history, provides wise and compassionate advice, and can be read multiple times without ever being stale.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Superman would be a good choice!

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Not one in particular but Johnny Cash and Van Morrison songs have such profound lyrics that they're usually on my Top 10 echo list.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

My eyesight, until I had PRK done, and my hearing of conversations in noisy environments - something I still struggle with but with hearing aids and intent listening I am getting by.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Whatever the joke, I'm sure it would offend someone, somewhere, at some level, even if it was the cleanest joke imaginable.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

See above, as I have listed those as my core priorities.

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