Jeff Bairstow Joins District 4 Marion County Commission Race
Jeff Bairstow, a former Ocala police officer, is the newest candidate in the District 4 Marion County commission race.
Incumbent Carl Zalak, a Republican, faces three challengers in the 2026 election, including Bairstow.
- Another former law enforcement officer, Erica Lynne Hay, is running in the District 2 race.
- Incumbent Kathy Bryant, a Republican, is not seeking re-election for District 2.
Bairstow, also a Republican, seeks to replace Zalak in District 4.
No comment from the candidates is available at this time.
Author's summary: Jeff Bairstow runs for commission.