COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 1 CANDIDATES - Fredericksburg Standard

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February 14, 2024

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 1 CANDIDATES

Charles Olfers

CHARLES OLFERS

My name is Charles Olfers, and I am running for reelection for County Commissioner, Precinct 1. I have served Gillespie County for the past seven years in this role.

I was born and raised in Fredericksburg and continue to proudly raise my family in this community. I graduated from Fredericksburg High School and attended Southwest Texas State University. I returned home and joined the local family business Stroeher & Olfers, Inc. I was employed for 31 years and Gene...

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