Sheriff Biography

Michael R. (Mike) Roberson is married with two children.

Mike is the sheriff of Chatham County. He was previously part of the United States Army Reserve.

Michael R. (Mike) Roberson is the current Chatham County Sheriff. He was elected to that office and is serving through 2026. He announced he will not seek re-election as Sheriff and is instead running for Chatham County Board of Commissioners – District 3.

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As of January 2, 2026, Michael R. (Mike) Roberson did not have a website or any information online.

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Kate O'Brien lives in North Chatham. She attends Ephesus Elementary School in Chapel Hill.

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Kate O'Brien is a wife and mother. She received a law degree from North Carolina Central University.

Kate is a mental health and court counselor.

Kate O'Brien is currently a member of the Chatham County Board of Commissioners.

As of January 2, 2026, Kate O'Brien did not have a website or any information online.

Believes in "public transit infrastructure and services for our older residents so that they can continue to live socially connected lives."

- Believes in "public transit infrastructure and services for our older residents so that they can continue to live socially connected lives."

Wants to conserve the county’s “natural health and beauty.”

- Wants to conserve the county’s “natural health and beauty.”

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- County Commissioners are responsible for preparing and passing the county budget. The budget determines how much funding goes to various public services, such as public transportation, law enforcement, repairing roads, and maintaining infrastructure.
- County Commissioners oversee the administrative duties of your county’s government to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of county residents.
- County Commissioners can create, change, or abolish offices, positions, departments that are not required by law. 
- County Commissioners are elected to 4-year terms, with no term limits. Typically, you only vote for the County Commissioner that represents your county commission district.