Candidates
Jasper County Probate Judge
Jasper County Auditor
SC House Seat 122
William W. “Bill” Hager
I am a Graduate of the Citadel class of 1982 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Upon graduation I began working for SCE&G in the Southern district that encompasses Beaufort, Jasper, Allendale, and parts of Colleton, and Bamburg. I had a continuous involvement in those counties for 38 years. Part of my job was to work with the economic development groups in the various counties. I was the Chairman of Hampton County EDC for 6 years. I have also been a board member of Southern Carolina Alliance for many years.
Upon my retirement from SCE&G/Dominion I decided to run for state office and was elected to represent district 122 that encompasses Hampton County and parts of Colleton, Jasper and Beaufort Counties.
My platform continues to be support of economic development to bring good jobs to our region. I am also working to improve education in our region. I am assigned to the Labor Commerce and Industry standing committee. I also asked to be assigned to the Education Oversight Committee. These assignments put me in a position to influence the Education and Economic parts of our region. I am honored to represent our region in the State House.
SC House Seat 120
Rep. Weston Newton
Weston Newton has represented Beaufort and Jasper counties in the South Carolina House of Representatives since 2013. An attorney and longtime Lowcountry resident, Weston serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, one of the House’s key committees responsible for legislation impacting public safety, law enforcement, the courts and constitutional issues. Weston also served as Chairman of Beaufort County Council from 2002 to 2012.
Throughout his service, Weston has built a record of conservative leadership focused on lowering taxes, improving roads and infrastructure, supporting law enforcement, strengthening our judicial system, and protecting the quality of life that makes the Lowcountry special. Weston continues to champion transparency and accountability at all levels government. Above all, he works to make sure Beaufort and Jasper counties have a strong, conservative voice in Columbia, to protect our quality of life, ensuring we receive the resources we need as our region continues to grow.
Priorities:
1. Lower Taxes & Responsible Government
Keep more money in the pockets of South Carolina families by continuing to cut income and property taxes, controlling government spending and demanding accountability for every taxpayer dollar.
2. Better Roads & Protecting Our Lowcountry Quality of Life
Fight for Beaufort and Jasper counties to receive their fair share of state funding for roads, bridges and infrastructure. As the Lowcountry grows, Weston is focused on easing traffic, planning responsibly for future growth and protecting and preserving our natural resources and the quality of life that makes our communities special.
3. Safe Communities, Strong Law Enforcement & Accountable Courts
Back law enforcement and first responders, strengthen South Carolina’s criminal justice system and make sure violent and repeat offenders are held accountable. As Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, Weston is working to give law enforcement the tools they need, close loopholes in state law and make our courts more effective and accountable.
Jasper County Council, Coosawhatchie
Gene Cecceralli
Background & experience:
29-year career in Public Safety; 7-years working with disabled children and adults; 6 years on a governing council in New York State; several years of various volunteer work in my Hardeeville community (Alt. Neighborhood Rep., Second Helpings Food Distribution, member of a Community Watch-type program).
As your County Councilman, my platform is based on:
Providing the highest standard of service to the public we serve.
Well-planned patterns of growth: No infrastructure. No development.
Impact fees:
Housing development projects.
Commercial development projects.
Preserving and protecting rural areas and bodies of water in Jasper County today and for future generations.
Developing a strong Comprehensive Master Plan (i.e., a “blueprint” for the County’s future), with the support and participation from our citizens and other stakeholders.
Jasper County Treasurer
'What we have done, and will continue to strive for in Jasper..."
rebuild trust
keep financial growth in line with population growth
make our office work for you
Experience, discipline, and leadership
Jasper County Council
