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John H. Ambrose Sr. is a retired railroad engineer. He previously worked at Norfolk Southern, serving as an engineer, road foreman of engines, and trainmaster.

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John currently serves as the county commissioner for Monroe County District 3. He was first elected in 2014 and served two terms.

As of July 23, 2026, John Hutchings Ambrose Sr. did not have a website or any information online.

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Believes in consulting with residents on property options.

- Believes in consulting with residents on property options.

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Monroe County votes to censure Commissioner John Ambrose for alleged racist comments

In February 2026, the Monroe County Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to formally censure John after an outside investigation by the Atlanta law firm Jarrad & Davis found credible evidence that he made racially offensive comments to county employees.

- In February 2026, the Monroe County Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to formally censure John after an outside investigation by the Atlanta law firm Jarrad & Davis found credible evidence that he made racially offensive comments to county employees.

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John Hutchings Ambrose Sr.

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- 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 in property and sales taxes, 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 are elected to 4-year terms in staggered years. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.

Creates new laws and passes the budget for your county

Monroe County Commissioner, District 3

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