Peoples Defender, Commissioner and Sheriff Candidates close out January 25 forum

Jason has been the pastor of the local church for 15 years.

Jason has experience in the manufacturing industry, and currently works for the Sheriff's Department.

Informer Press, Election brings new and familiar faces

Jason Hayslip's campaign for county commissioner is his first run for public office.

Plans to focus “on strategic investments, economic development, and growing our county and public safety.”

- Plans to focus “on strategic investments, economic development, and growing our county and public safety.”

Economy

As of June 5, 2025, Jason Hayslip did not have a website or any information online.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Public Services

Healthcare

Jason Hayslip

- County commissioners are in charge of county renewal projects and maintaining the streets, roads, and public utilities. These projects try to improve the quality of life in the county, like increasing access to food or award grants to bring jobs. 
- County commissioners control budgeting and appropriations in the county. This means that county commissioners control what organizations and individuals receive the money from the county budget. 
- County commissioners have authority over government taxing and purchasing, and they hold the titles to all of the county property. 
- County commissioners in Ohio are typically elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Depending on your county, you may vote for the seat in your County Commission District, or all of them at-large. 

Member of the governing body for the county, has authority over taxing, budgeting, county property, and public services like utilities. 