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Benny is married to his wife, Karen, with whom they have three daughters and four grandchildren together. He attends Canton First Baptist Church. He is involved with the Chamber of Commerce and Stand Up for Seniors (Volunteer Aging Council). He serves on the YMCA Community Engagement Board and the Advisory Board for Cherokee Accountability Courts.  

As of July 25, 2024, Benny Carter did not have a website or any information online.

District 3 County Commissioner Benny Carter seeking reelection in 2024

Benny Carter is the Cherokee County Commissioner for District 3. He was elected to this position in 2019, and is serving his second term. 

Carter Talks with People at Town Hall Meeting

Plans to maintain his focus on serving with integrity and being accessible to county residents.

Promises to continue holding town meetings, aiming to keep county residents informed and engaged on county affairs.

- Plans to maintain his focus on serving with integrity and being accessible to county residents.
- Promises to continue holding town meetings, aiming to keep county residents informed and engaged on county affairs.

Public Services

Plans for "conservative, quality growth and fiscal responsibility."

- Plans for "conservative, quality growth and fiscal responsibility."

Economy

As of June 23, 2025, Benny Carter did not have a website or any information online.

Education

Supports public safety, aiming to enhance the quality of life in Cherokee County.

- Supports public safety, aiming to enhance the quality of life in Cherokee County.

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Transportation & Infrastructure

Benny Carter

- County Commissioners create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay in property and sales taxes, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Cherokee County Commissioner, District 3

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