What you need to know about the 2022 election for Johnson County Commission chair

The Johnson County Commission chairperson is the only member of the commission elected by the entire county. They will be responsible for setting the agenda for the next four years.
After the nonpartisan primary election on Aug. 2, the race for Johnson County Commission chair has narrowed to two candidates: the 3rd District Commissioner Charlotte O’Hara and Roeland Park Mayor Mike Kelly.

The Johnson County Commission oversees the county government, including a $1.45 billion budget and about 30 county departments. The Johnson County Commission chair sets the commission’s agenda, represents the county to the rest of the metro area, and is the only member of the commission elected by the entire county.

The commissioners for Districts 1, 4 and 5 are also on the ballot this year.