Simpsonville Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Ronald L. Sowder
Jr.
Ronald L. Sowder Jr., the incumbent, is running for mayor of Simpsonville in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Christopher Ramey.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Christopher Ramey
- 02Ronald L. Sowder Jr.You’re reading
Background
- About
- Mayor of Simpsonville and retired Simpsonville Fire Department chief.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Nonpartisan
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. City of Simpsonville
The Sentinel-News candidate list marks Ronald L. Sowder Jr., Michael Hesse, Austin Dupre, Scott McDowell and Kelland L. Garland as incumbents; Christopher Ramey and Kesia Hatcher are not incumbents. Sentinel-News
On the record: Ronald L. Sowder Jr.
8 sourced01Data centers1 sourced position
as reported by the Sentinel-News
Says the city should consider a data center that meets strong standards and brings a meaningful economic benefit.
If a data center can meet those standards, provide a meaningful economic benefit and operate without creating an unacceptable burden on our residents or city services, I believe we should consider it,”
Own statementSentinel-News · Oct 13, 2026Link
02Growth and planning3 sourced positions
as reported by the Sentinel-News
Says residential and commercial growth should be supported by adequate roads, utilities, public safety and infrastructure.
I want Simpsonville to grow, but I don't want us to lose what makes Simpsonville special,”
Own statementSentinel-News · Oct 13, 2026Link
Voted yes on approving the Simpsonville Comprehensive Plan text amendments presented by Triple S Planning & Zoning (passed unanimously, Aug. 2026).
Council voteCity of Simpsonville · Aug 18, 2026LinkHow the council voted
Voted yes on overturning the Triple S Planning zone change recommendation for 54 Just A Mere Lane (passed 4-0, March 2026).
Council voteCity of Simpsonville · Mar 3, 2026LinkHow the council voted
03Property tax2 sourced positions
Voted yes on adopting the 2026 property tax rate ordinance, Ordinance 2026-009 (passed 5-0, Sept. 2026).
Council voteCity of Simpsonville · Sep 1, 2026LinkHow the council voted
Voted yes on adopting the 2025 property tax rate ordinance, Ordinance 2025-006 (passed 5-0, Sept. 2025).
Council voteCity of Simpsonville · Sep 2, 2025LinkHow the council voted
04City budget1 sourced position
Voted yes on adopting the 2026-2027 city budget, Ordinance 2026-007 (passed 5-0, May 2026).
Council voteCity of Simpsonville · May 5, 2026LinkHow the council voted
05Parks1 sourced position
as reported by the Sentinel-News; not a direct quote
Lists developing the city's newly secured 129 acres of park land responsibly as a top priority.
Own statementSentinel-News · Oct 13, 2026Link
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Ronald L. Sowder Jr.: their words and their votes on the same issue
Growth and planning
In their words
Says residential and commercial growth should be supported by adequate roads, utilities, public safety and infrastructure.
Oct 13, 2026 ·as reported by the Sentinel-News ·Sentinel-News · Oct 13, 2026
On the record
Voted yes on overturning the Triple S Planning zone change recommendation for 54 Just A Mere Lane (passed 4-0, March 2026).
Mar 3, 2026 ·City of Simpsonville · Mar 3, 2026
Voted yes on approving the Simpsonville Comprehensive Plan text amendments presented by Triple S Planning & Zoning (passed unanimously, Aug. 2026).
Aug 18, 2026 ·City of Simpsonville · Aug 18, 2026
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