NFYI, Bernard Ball

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Bernard grew up in Kentucky and was in and out of the foster care system. Bernard currently lives in Ty Ty, Ga. with his wife, newborn son, and three daughters.

Bernard has worked in child advocacy and the foster welfare system for over a decade. 

Bernard Ball's campaign for County Commission Chair in Worth County is his first entry into politics.


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Said, "I believe in transparency, accountability, and collaboration."

- Said, "I believe in transparency, accountability, and collaboration."

Public Services

Wants to make Worth County "the agribusiness hub of the region, developing facilities and creating an environment that supports and nurtures agribusiness and tourism."

- Wants to make Worth County "the agribusiness hub of the region, developing facilities and creating an environment that supports and nurtures agribusiness and tourism."

Economy

Wants to advance and change the foster care system in Georgia and nationwide.

Wants to work with community colleges and universities to start an apprenticeship program for Worth County.

Supports the Autism Meets Fashion event and said, "Events like these are crucial for our county as they help break down stereotypes and build bridges of understanding and acceptance."

- Wants to advance and change the foster care system in Georgia and nationwide.
- Wants to work with community colleges and universities to start an apprenticeship program for Worth County.
- Supports the Autism Meets Fashion event and said, "Events like these are crucial for our county as they help break down stereotypes and build bridges of understanding and acceptance."

Education

Believes in "competitive pay, better retirement, and healthcare" for first responders.

Plans to reinstate volunteer fire and rescue and increase manned fire stations. He believes this will lead to decreased "insurance burdens" on Worth County residents.

- Believes in "competitive pay, better retirement, and healthcare" for first responders.
- Plans to reinstate volunteer fire and rescue and increase manned fire stations. He believes this will lead to decreased "insurance burdens" on Worth County residents.

Public Safety

As of March 19, 2024, Bernard Ball’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Transportation & Infrastructure

Bernard Ball

As of May 3, 2024, Bernard Ball’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Said, "I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to contribute to the comprehensive planning and economic development activities... My proactive approach to legislative coordination and community outreach aligns with the requirements of the position... I am eager to bring my unique blend of skills, experience, and dedication to the team at Worth County and to contribute to the continued success and growth of the county."

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Said, "I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to contribute to the comprehensive planning and economic development activities... My proactive approach to legislative coordination and community outreach aligns with the requirements of the position."

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- County Commission Chairs oversee the Board of County Commissioners, which create and pass laws at the county-level. These laws show up in very tangible ways, such as determining how much you pay property and sales tax rates, public transportation, and maintaining infrastructure.
- The County Commission Chair is specifically responsible for preparing the county budget, which must be passed by the rest of the County Commissioners. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commission Chairs have additional executive duties including coordinating with the office of the Mayor for your county, appointing Commissioners to committees, and representing your county at official functions.
- County Commission Chairs are elected to 4-year terms in county-wide elections.

Acts as the head of your county's governing board.