[ Ed. note: Anthony Schwarz has authorized the Times & Free Press to publish the following paid political announcement of his candidacy for Kingfisher County District 3 Commissioner subject to the Aug. 27 election.]

I am Anthony Schwarz, fourth generation farmer of a 115-plus yearold homestead located in Okarche of Kingfisher County.

I’ve been employed in construction/ management positions for 35plus years and have been employed with Kingfisher County District 3 since 2019 as a heavy equipment operator for my first year and a foreman since then.

Upon the recent resignation of District 3’s commissioner, I am the interim commissioner until the Aug. 27 election takes place.

I would like to take this opportunity to tell our community why I think I would be the perfect fit for your new Kingfisher County District 3 Commissioner.

Having my hands in so many trades for the past 50-plus years, I know the hours and commitment this position takes and I have been a part of that acting crew for Kingfisher County for the past five years, working side by side with elected officials, both day and night and weekends and holidays.

If given the opportunity, it would be an honor to continue to be in this role and to serve my district to the fullest.