Douglas County has grown to over 370,000 residents, yet it is still managed by only three county commissioners. There is a lively and enthusiastic campaign in progress to place an initiative on the November general election ballot to increase the number of county commissioners from 3 to 5.

Municipal and special district elections may not get the same attention as national or state races, but they have a profound impact on our d

Have you considered running for local office? Now is the time to get involved—our community needs dedicated candidates to step up and serve. Below is a comprehensive list of races coming up in Douglas County for the 2026 election cycle. By running for office, you can make a meaningful impact on important local issues and help shape the future of our county. Partisan Races Douglas County Races · County Commissioner - District 1 (Lone Tree, Parker, Aurora, Padera): Candida