John Forbes
County Supervisor, District 1, Polk · Democratic · Iowa
Where they are running
Where they stand
Mental health: Forbes supports funding and expanding mental health services in Polk County.
Food insecurity: Forbes supports strengthening partnerships with nonprofits, food banks, and community organizations to expand access to food assistance and direct resources to neighborhoods with the greatest need.
Human services: Forbes supports coordinating county services so families facing hardship can access food, health care, and support in one place.
In the news
2026 primary election results: Voters decide nominees for Polk County Supervisor (kcci.com, Jun 1, 2026)
For a clean break, John Forbes gets the nod over Matt McCoy Opinion (desmoinesregister.com, May 28, 2026)
Longtime Iowa state representative John Forbes launches bid for Polk County Board of Supervisors (kcci.com, Mar 11, 2026)