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BILL TOLLETT
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
William "Bill" Tollett is the Republican nominee for Rutherford County Commission District 8 on the August 6, 2026 county general ballot, where he faces Democrat Jennifer Burke.12 He entered the race to succeed retiring Commissioner Pettus Read and won the Republican primary over John Gaessler.23 His stated campaign priorities are education, infrastructure, and "smart strategic development that preserves the character of local communities while addressing future needs."3
Background and education
Tollett is a lifelong resident of the Eagleville area with more than 30 years of service to the Eagleville and Rutherford County communities.3
Career
Tollett began his career in 1989 as a teacher at Eagleville School and later served there as a coach and as principal.3
Office history
Tollett serves as Vice Mayor of Eagleville and has been a member of the Eagleville City Council.3
Family
Tollett and his wife, Cathy, have two children, both of whom work as educators and coaches in Rutherford County Schools.3
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
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US House, US Senate, and Presidential candidates file with the FEC — see the federal section below. - County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“TOLLETT”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “TOLLETT”and, if needed, select the applicable position.