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Committee Chairman

Mr. Scott Lane

Mr. Lane, a resident of Rutherford County since 2005, is dedicated to creating positive change by encouraging others to act with integrity.

Originally from Southern California, he moved to North Carolina in 1997 during his service as a Sergeant in the Army. In the service, Mr. Lane learned the importance of leading by example to address corruption and abuse.

Passionate about unlocking Rutherford County’s potential for greatness, he serves on the Rutherford County Committee of Citizens with a commitment to honesty and community progress.

Committee Member

Mr. Cody Digh

Mr. Digh, a steadfast Christian, husband, father, and Air Force veteran, is dedicated to ensuring Rutherford County is an exemplary community for his children. Upholding the principle that citizens and government must work together to uphold and adhere to the rule of law, he is resolute in his fight against corruption.

Mr. Digh is committed to restoring the fundamental liberties secured by past generations, which he believes are often misunderstood and have been eroded away over the generations. He makes it his daily goal to expand his knowledge of law and life and considers any day without achieving this as a day wasted.

His principled leadership and unwavering pursuit of knowledge guide his service on the Rutherford County Committee of Citizens.

Committee Member

Mr. Jason Champion

Mr. Champion, a lifelong resident of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, is committed to raising his family in a safe and thriving community. He takes his role in protecting Rutherford County seriously, with a special focus on helping those in the county who are less fortunate.

Guided by strong faith and morals, Mr. Champion stands against wrongdoing, but always puts an emphasis on kindness, patience, and forgiveness. He believes everyone should be held accountable for their actions, regardless of their status.

Mr. Champion aims to bring peace and unity to the county through his service with the Rutherford County Committee of Citizens.

Committee Member

Mr. Sam Hansen

Mr. Hansen, a lifelong resident of Rutherford County, is dedicated to ensuring working families have the support and opportunities they deserve in their own community. Having experienced firsthand the challenges of economic mobility in the county, he brings authentic perspective to the fight for accountable governance.

Guided by the principle that government should serve its people rather than ignore them, Mr. Hansen is committed to addressing the county's most pressing issues: the drug crisis, homelessness, poverty, and the lack of local economic opportunities that force residents to seek work elsewhere.

Mr. Hansen believes this community has tremendous potential and is determined to hold county leadership accountable for prioritizing residents' needs. His goal is to help bring real solutions to local problems and ensure the county government acts on behalf of the people who call Rutherford County home.

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