Meet Jana
“Hi neighbors! I'm running to represent you as Mt. Juliet City Commissioner for District 4. I'm born and raised in Tennessee and want to keep Mt. Juliet a small town.” Jana Elkins
Jana has spent nearly 27 years working for Tennessee families at the Department of Children's Services. She started as a case manager, spent over a decade leading a team of family service workers responsible for up to 100 children and youth in foster care at a time, and has trained the department's staff since 2014.
That work has meant sitting at the table with attorneys, parents, foster families, CASA volunteers, and service providers, and getting them to agree on what's best for a child. It takes patience, a firm grasp of the rules, and a willingness to listen to everyone in the room.
Jana has always played team sports, usually as the coach or a central player, and she put her minor in education to work as a natural teacher. She learns fast, asks questions, follows up, and believes a little light humor never hurts on a hard day.
She'll bring the same approach to District 4: show up, do the homework, and keep her door open to talk about anything.
What does a city commissioner do?
A Mt. Juliet city commissioner is an elected member of the Board of Commissioners, helping set local laws, approve the city budget, and guide how the community grows.
Legislation
Votes on local ordinances, resolutions, and city policies.
Budgeting
Reviews and approves the annual budget, which pays for public safety, roads and infrastructure, and parks.
Representing the district
Speaks up for District 4 residents on their concerns, infrastructure needs, and local development.
Appointments
Appoints residents to local boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission.
The Board of Commissioners has five members: four commissioners elected by district and a mayor elected citywide. The board meets regularly at Mt. Juliet City Hall, and meetings are open to the public.
How to vote for Jana
Early voting
October 14–29
Vote early at any early voting location in Wilson County.
Election Day
Tuesday, November 3
Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Vote at your assigned polling place.
Bring a valid photo ID. Look up your registration, polling place, and sample ballot on GoVoteTN.
Help Jana win District 4
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Countdown to Election Day
Polls open Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00 a.m.