Ronnie Lynn Reese

Ronnie Lynn Reese is the incumbent Republican member of the Alexander County Board of Commissioners and is seeking re‑election in the November 2026 race. The Board of Commissioners serves as the county’s governing body, approving budgets, setting policy and overseeing services such as parks, fire protection and law‑enforcement, as reflected in its regular meetings on park improvements and budget matters [3][6][10].

Reese is a lifelong resident of Alexander County, living in the Wittenburg community with his wife, Vilas. He is the father of three children—Matthew, Marissa and Mikayla—and grandfather to several grandchildren. Professionally, he owns KVM Motor Company, a local automotive business. Prior to his service on the commission, Reese spent eight years on the Alexander County Board of Education, including eight years on its Budget Committee and two years as chairman, and he has participated on numerous county committees [1].

His elected career on the Board of Commissioners began with his first victory in November 2014. He was subsequently re‑elected in November 2018 and again in November 2022, completing a third term and positioning himself for a fourth term in 2026 [1][12]. Throughout his tenure, Reese has been active in county governance, asking questions about the condition of county parks during a 2024 meeting on parks and recreation [3] and commenting on the appointment of a new county manager in 2025, describing the selection as “the best choice for the job” [5].

Reese also contributes to community safety initiatives as a member of the Alexander County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC), which advises the board on programs for at‑risk youth and allocates state funding for local services [4]. His civic involvement extends to his church, Macedonia Baptist Church, where he serves as a deacon, Sunday school teacher and choir member [1].

Overall, Reese’s record combines business ownership, extensive experience in education budgeting, and active participation in county policy and community programs, positioning him as a seasoned public servant seeking continued service on the Alexander County Board of Commissioners.

Sources

• [1] Commissioners
• [3] Commissioners hear parks & recreation update
• [4] Alexander County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC)
• [5] New County Manager appointed, introduced at board meeting
• [6] Commissioners celebrate debt payoff on law enforcement center, debt-free general fund
• [7] News – Alexander County, NC Page 9
• [10] Commissioners present “Keys to the County” at August 4th meeting
• [12] 13 candidates file in first 2 days – The Taylorsville Times