After much prayer and thoughtful consultation with my family and friends, I’ve decided to seek reelection as Chairman in 2026. Serving in this role has been a unique blend of challenge, humility, and reward. I believe the progress we’re making today will leave future generations better off — and that, in my view, is the only reason anyone should ever seek to serve in public office.
In just over two and a half years, under my leadership, the Houston County Commission has:
Increased our road resurfacing budget and are currently tackling long overdue road projects
Implemented a program to reinvest $3.6M into recreation projects all across the county
Maintained the County’s pristine AA2 Bond Rating
Prioritized a future jail expansion to keep criminals off the street
Saved and are now redeveloping the historic Houston County Farm Center
Modernized Houston County’s government with a new accounting and timekeeping system
Stopped corruption in entities receiving taxpayer support
Assisted in and around the Town of Cottonwood with storm cleanup
Developed a forward-looking, strategic approach to budgeting
Spearheaded the acquisition of land for a future Downtown Dothan ⇔ Town of Cowarts Bike & Pedestrian Trail
Fought against bills that would endanger public safety, threaten the condition of our roads, and foist unfunded mandates on the citizens of Houston County.
We still have more progress to make. And I look forward to sharing my future goals as we approach 2026.
Finally, I want to thank my campaign committee. Together, we share a deep enthusiasm for seeing Southeast Alabama continue to grow as a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Committee to Reelect Brandon Shoupe
Bryan Applefield
Robert Cannon
Shaun Carpenter
Bence Carter
Alan Clark
Warren Cobb
David Cornelius
Terry Duffie
Mark Fellows
Matt Fellows
Gina Grant
Van Granger
Marnix Heersink
Payne Henderson
Cliff Mendheim
David & Gayle Parsons
Forrest Register
Mike & Amy Riddle Riddle
Mike Schmitz
John Watson
Jeff Williams
Onward and upward,
