Published on April 07, 2025
Cabarrus County commissioners have begun the process of finding a replacement for Board Chair Chris Measmer.
Measmer on Monday notified the board that the Cabarrus County Republican Party Executive Committee recommended him to replace N.C. Senator Paul Newton. Newton stepped down from his role on March 26.
If appointed by North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein, Measmer would fulfill Newton’s term through late 2026.
Measmer has served two terms on the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners. His current term began in 2022, and he was named board chair in December 2024. His first term ran from 2010 to 2014.
A special meeting was set for Thursday, April 10 at 8:15 a.m. to determine Measmer’s replacement. Anyone interested in applying can do so by visiting cabarruscounty.us and clicking on the homepage tile or accessing the application directly at [link closed April 9th 5pm]
Applicants can also come to the Government Center (65 Church St. S, Concord) to complete an in-person application on the second-floor in the clerk’s office (Suite 235).
The candidate must be a registered Republican. The application period closes on Wednesday, April 9 at 5 p.m.
During Thursday’s meeting, the selection will be made through a written ballot procedure.