Will Chandler, candidate for Benson Board of Commissioners

Three people are competing in the November election for three at-large seats on the Benson Board of Commissioners.

Will T. Chandler, a former commissioner, is running for another term alongside incumbents Maxine Peacock Holley and William Neighbors.

Jim Johnson, the other at-large commissioner currently serving, is not running for re-election.

Early voting in the nonpartisan election begins Oct. 14 and runs through Oct. 30.

To find polling places and full details on early voting, visit johnstonnc.com/joconcelections or contact the Board of Elections at 919-989-5095 or elections@johnstonnc.com.

Name: Will T. Chandler

Age: 68

Residence: Benson

Occupation: President of Banner Investment Corp.

Education: Associates Degree in Graphic Arts and Photography

Political or civic experience: Firefighter for 47 years serving as lieutenant, captain, assistant chief and chief; Received Firefighter of the Year award; Jaycee president; Mule Day involvement for 45 years including chairman of Mule Days, lining up the parade and working with the mule pulling; Active member of the Benson United Methodist Church serving in many different capacities; Citizen of the Year recipient; Long Leaf Pine recipient; Grand Marshall of Mule Days and served on the Benson Town Board as a Commissioner for 12 years.

Campaign website: townofbenson.com

What is Benson doing right, and wrong, on managing growth?

There is not enough knowledge on economic development/growth for Benson. There is too much concern with the little things.

If elected, what would your two or three priorities be during your first year in office?

I would help research to get the right people in the correct positions/place that can make wise decisions for the betterment of the Town of Benson.

What unique skills or life experience would you bring to city governance?

Serve the people of Benson with love, knowledge and commitment as during my prior 12 years of service.