Candidate spotlight
Candidate for: Campbell County Coroner
Party: Republican
Status: Incumbent
Mark Schweitzer is seeking reelection as Campbell County Coroner.
Since first being elected in 1998, Schweitzer said it has been an honor to serve the people of Campbell County and work alongside law enforcement officers, first responders and public health partners to protect families and strengthen the community.
Schweitzer will face a Republican primary against Derek Myers on May 19.
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As a lifelong Northern Kentucky resident, a conservative Republican, a licensed attorney in Ohio and a Doctor of Chiropractic, Schweitzer said he has dedicated his career to public service and helping people during some of the most difficult moments they will ever face.
For more than 27 years, Schweitzer said he has worked to ensure that the Campbell County Coroner’s Office operates with professionalism, compassion and integrity.
Schweitzer is endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #10.
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One of the initiatives Schweitzer said he is most proud of is creating Campbell County’s first Infant and Child Fatality Task Force. That team reviews every infant and child death in the county to identify preventable causes and opportunities to intervene so that tragedies can be avoided in the future.
Schweitzer said education and prevention are also important priorities. He participates in the Dayton School District’s “Truth or Consequences” program, where students learn about the real-life consequences of drug and alcohol overdoses.
“I remain committed to continuing the work we have started, strengthening our partnerships across the region and ensuring the Campbell County Coroner’s Office continues to serve our community with experience, professionalism and conservative leadership,” Schweitzer said.