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Philip works in building automation tech for Wake County Public Schools. 

Philip Tarnaski - Ballotpedia

Former Commissioner Tarnaski seeks return to Wendell board ...

Philip previously served a four-year term on the Wendell Town Council. He ran for re-election in 2021 but did not win.

Supports raising wages for town employees.

- Supports raising wages for town employees.

Economy

Wants to preserve "Old Wendell," including the town’s walkable downtown, historical charm, and small-town character.

- Wants to preserve "Old Wendell," including the town’s walkable downtown, historical charm, and small-town character.

Public Services

Believes recent developments have favored high-density housing, lacking low-density options or affordable entry-level homes.

Supports affordable housing opportunities for ownership, not just rentals.

- Believes recent developments have favored high-density housing, lacking low-density options or affordable entry-level homes.
- Supports affordable housing opportunities for ownership, not just rentals.

Housing & Urban Development

As of September 4, 2025, Philip Tarnaski did not have a website or any information online.

Public Safety

Aims to address infrastructure concerns and ensure responsible growth.

Supports improved road design, school coordination, and broader planning.

- Aims to address infrastructure concerns and ensure responsible growth.
- Supports improved road design, school coordination, and broader planning.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Philip Tarnaski

Advocated for town staff during his term, including raising wages.

Does not have a campaign website or other accessible information.

- Town commissioners serve as the legislative body for the town government. 
- Town commissioners have the authority to decide the services offered to the town, pass the budget, decide the property tax, acquire property, and enter into agreements with other governments. 
- The town commissioners can create or abolish any offices, positions, departments, etc. to improve the organization of the town. 
- Town commissioners may make investigations into the town or any of its departments or agencies. 
- Most town commissioners in Georgia are elected in odd years to staggered 4 year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 