Jeff Eversole

Jeff Eversole is a Republican candidate for Hamilton County Commission District 10 in Tennessee, seeking re-election in the May 5, 2026 primary [4]. He currently serves as the incumbent commissioner for the district, which includes Ooltewah, Georgetown, Snow Hill, and Collegedale [4]. Eversole was first elected to the commission in 2022, initially running for District 9 before redistricting moved him to District 10 [9]. He began his service in September 2022 [7].

Eversole served as the chair of the Hamilton County Commission from 2023 through 2024, winning the position in a narrow 6-5 vote over Joe Graham [6]. In his current role, he serves as Chairperson of the Finance and Budget Committee and as an Alternate on the Rules and Legislative Committee [1]. As chair of the Finance Committee, his responsibilities include reviewing county financial matters, coordinating budget development with the County Mayor and CFO, and overseeing fiscal policy and audits [1].

Prior to his political career, Eversole spent over four decades in business management, primarily with Walmart. He started working for the company in 1982 at age 17 and later served as the Southeast Tennessee market manager, overseeing store operations and expansion across the region [3]. He helped transition local stores into Walmart Supercenters, growing the number of locations in Hamilton County from four to thirteen [3]. Eversole is now retired from his corporate role [4].

During his tenure on the commission, Eversole has focused on fiscal responsibility, infrastructure, and zoning. He claims to have redeveloped the county’s budget process by requiring five-year financial histories for each account and established an audit committee [7]. He has advocated for responsible growth, voting against Plan Hamilton and supporting zoning restrictions to reduce density in unincorporated areas [8]. Eversole also spearheaded the creation of Veterans Circle and supported the establishment of the Unincorporated Hamilton County Planning Department [4].

Eversole’s community service includes 16 years as a patrol reserve deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and three years as a volunteer firefighter [7]. He is married to Denise Eversole, and they reside in Ooltewah [4]. He has received endorsements from organizations such as the Chattanooga Firefighters Association for his support of first responders [10]. His 2026 campaign highlights priorities including public safety, infrastructure improvements, and maintaining no tax increases [7].

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• [1] Jeff Eversole, District 10 Commissioner, Hamilton County Government
• [2] Jeff Eversole Hamilton County Commission
• [3] About Jeff — Jeff Eversole Hamilton County Commission
• [4] Hamilton County Commission: Incumbent Jeff Eversole wants spending to focus on roads | Chattanooga Times Free Press
• [5] Jeff Eversole Announces Candidacy For Hamilton County Commission - Chattanoogan.com
• [6] Jeff Eversole elected chair of Hamilton County Commission in 6-5 vote | Chattanooga Times Free Press
• [7] Commissioner Jeff Eversole Announces Re-Election Campaign For County Commission District 10 - Chattanoogan.com
• [8] Jeff Eversole to seek new term on Hamilton County Commission | Chattanooga Times Free Press
• [9] Jeff Eversole now running in new District 10 for Hamilton County Commission | Chattanooga Times Free Press
• [10] Commissioner Jeff Eversole Receives Endorsement From Chattanooga Firefighters Association - Chattanoogan.com
• [11] Jeff Eversole Announces His Application For Open District 9 County Commission Seat - Chattanoogan.com
• [12] Why I Support Jeff Eversole For Commission District 10 - Chattanoogan.com