John Paul Dineen, III and his wife, Heather, have four children. They live in Ellis County, Texas, where they farm and ranch.

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John Paul Dineen, III has a wife and four children.

John Paul is a farmer and rancher. He and his wife, Heather, oversee a 1,800-acre farm in Ellis County, Texas, where they grow dryland crops and operate a small commercial cow-calf operation. He has been farming and ranching since 1994.

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John Paul is a farmer and rancher, growing dryland crops and operate a small commercial cow-calf operation. He has been farming and ranching since 1994.

John Dineen is currently a candidate for Ellis County Commissioner, Precinct 2. 

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Matthew L. Zajic earned a bachelor's degree in financial markets and sales from The University of Oklahoma. He is a husband and father of one.

Matthew L. Zajic founded Zajic Farms, a cattle operation.

Committed to "responsible budgeting, cutting wasteful spending, and ensuring that every tax dollar is used efficiently."

Believes "in smart growth that balances progress with preservation, fostering economic development while protecting the rural values and agricultural heritage that define Ellis County."

- Committed to "responsible budgeting, cutting wasteful spending, and ensuring that every tax dollar is used efficiently."
- Believes "in smart growth that balances progress with preservation, fostering economic development while protecting the rural values and agricultural heritage that define Ellis County."

As of April 1, 2026, Matthew L. Zajic’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Thinks "our Commissioners must actively engage with municipal and community leaders to address shared challenges such as road maintenance, stray animal control, infrastructure improvements, and responsible development."

- Thinks "our Commissioners must actively engage with municipal and community leaders to address shared challenges such as road maintenance, stray animal control, infrastructure improvements, and responsible development."

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- County commissioners vote on the budget and appropriations, which fund essential county services like road maintenance.
- They create and enforce civil and criminal laws that align with state regulations, including land use and construction codes.
- Commissioners implement state and federal mandates while overseeing county agencies and public buildings.
- They also set tax rates for the county and its subdivisions.
- Each Texas county has four commissioners and a county judge, forming the local governing body known as the Commissioners Court.

Ellis County Commissioner Runoff, District 2, Republican Primary

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