County Commission - District 18

Eddie Sanders

Eddie Sanders

Independent

Tell us about your campaign.

I am running for Rutherford County Commissioner, District 18 because the time has come for me to step forward and make a proactive, positive difference in my community. My focus is serving people over party. I will be running as an Independent Candidate. The time has come for politicians to put aside political partisanship and focus on the needs of the people who elected them to their position. Too many elected officials are concerned with power, position, prestige, pleasure and popularity. I am concerned about the people. “Politics is not about the position you occupy; it is about the people you serve. Let’s work together to continue to build a strong, effective county government that works for everyone. I would be humbled and honored to serve as your Rutherford County Commissioner for District 18.

In your own words, describe the responsibilities of the office you are seeking.

County Commissioners have fiscal and legislative oversight of county government which includes; passing ordinances, forming policies, setting tax rates, and formulating the yearly fiscal budget. As County Commissioners fulfill their responsibilities to the taxpayers, they are to lead with integrity, accountability and professionalism.

What are your priorities for this office?

First, I would like the County Commissioners to work together as a non-partisan legislative body and focus on the needs of the people and not partisan politics. Second, I would like more collaboration between city government and county government. We do not live in silos. We are neighbors; therefore, I would like to see the Commissioners work together to build a strong, effective county government that works for everyone.

Describe your qualifications for this office.

Eddie has lived and worked in Rutherford County since 2019. and has dedicated his career to serving others through education, ministry, athletics and community involvement. He is committed to his faith, his family and the freedoms we all enjoy as citizens of the state of Tennessee and Rutherford County. Everywhere Eddie has resided, he has served the community. In Louisville, Kentucky, he served as a Louisville Metro Police Chaplain and served on the Waste Management Advisory Board. In Charlotte, North Carolina, he served as a member on the Domestic Violence Advisory Board and later served as the Vice–Chairman. Presently, Eddie is actively involved in community activities which include: Chaplain for the MTSU Lady Raiders Basketball Team; Murfreesboro New Year’s Day 5K Event Volunteer; Miracle League Buddy Event; and Volunteer for the Area 16 Special Olympics Track & Field Meet; recent graduate of the Murfreesboro Citizens Academy, among other community activities. Eddie is a Minister, husband, published author, Chaplain, community volunteer, and former high school teacher and basketball coach. He has also served as an Adjunct College Instructor and as the Director of Operations for the MTSU Lady Raiders Basketball Team.