Jonathan B. Sawyer IV

- 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 property and sales tax rates, 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 can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county.

Washington

Taxes

Public Health

North Carolina

Economy

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

County Commissioner

Buket Urgen

Jonathan is a project manager and estimator. He works at a construction and land-development firm.

Jonathan B. Sawyer IV's campaign for Washington County Commissioner — At-Large is his first entry into politics.

Supports local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Supports encouraging thoughtful economic development.

Supports working with community partners to expand economic opportunities.

Supports planning for growth that respects rural character.

As of April 6, 2026, Jonathan B. Sawyer IV’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports strong fire, EMS, and law enforcement.

Supports proper training and equipment for first responders.

For Candidate Jonathan B. Sawyer IV on Issue public-safety: Supports countywide coordination and planning for public safety.

Supports long-term infrastructure planning.

Prioritizes responsible use of taxpayer dollars in transportation and infrastructure.

Supports rural and town infrastructure needs.