Beaufort County Council · District 8

Vote ForKraig Gordon

Duty, Honor, Country

I'm Kraig Gordon and I'm running for Beaufort County Council District 8. My life is governed by Duty, Honor, Country, and I'm committed to protecting and preserving our Low Country quality of life.

Protecting the Lowcountry

25 Years US Army Service

Beaufort County Council District 8

Duty · Honor · Country

Vote For Kraig Gordon

Mind of an Engineer · Heart of a Servant

Protecting the Lowcountry

25 Years US Army Service

Beaufort County Council District 8

Duty · Honor · Country

Vote For Kraig Gordon

Mind of an Engineer · Heart of a Servant

★ Kraig's Platform ★

Platform 01

Transportation

Engineering-driven solutions for Beaufort County's growing traffic and road challenges.

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Platform 02

Growth Management

Stop reacting to growth. Start managing it with smart policies and updated impact fees.

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Platform 03

Economic Development

Seeking the right fit for the Lowcountry — quality businesses over quantity.

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Who Is Kraig Gordon

25-Year Veteran. Engineer. Ready on Day One.

33-year Lowcountry resident. Chairman of the Beaufort County Transportation Committee. He knows the people, the issues, and the budget. He won't need a grace period.

Your Vote Matters

When & Where to Vote

Mark your calendar. Beaufort County Republican voters will choose their candidate on June 9, 2026. Here are all the key dates and locations.

Republican Primary

June 9, 2026

Polls open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Vote at your assigned precinct

Primary Runoff

June 23, 2026

If no candidate receives a majority on June 9, top two advance to runoff

General Election

November 3, 2026

Winner of the primary faces the general election ballot

Early Voting Centers — Open 2 Weeks Before Each Election

Beaufort — Main Elections Office

15 John Galt Rd, Beaufort, SC 29906

Bluffton Recreation Center

61A Ulmer Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910

St. Helena Branch Library

6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Rd, St. Helena Island, SC 29920

Bluffton Library

120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton, SC 29910

USCB — Hilton Head Campus

1 Sand Shark Dr, Room 115, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Election Day precinct locations are assigned by the county and may change. Always confirm your polling place before you go. · Find your precinct at scvotes.gov → · Beaufort County Elections Office →

Know Your District

Is District 8 Your District?

District 8 includes Rose Hill, Belfair, Crescent, Colleton River, Moss Creek, and part of Hilton Head Plantation. Not sure?
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Rose HillBelfairCrescentColleton RiverMoss CreekHilton Head PlantationBluffton 2ABluffton 3Belfair 1 & 2Hilton Head 4A–5B

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Who Is Kraig Gordon

Protect and Preserve the Lowcountry Quality of Life

I've called Beaufort County home for 33 years, living in both Hilton Head and Bluffton. But I'm not just a resident — I'm a proven servant. As the current Chairman of the Beaufort County Transportation Committee, I don't just know we have traffic problems — I'm in the trenches solving them.

My values are a product of my commitment, not a seasonal talking point. With 25 years of service in the U.S. Army and a career as a Civil Engineer, I've spent my life solving hard problems with precision, accountability, and care.

I hear your concerns, and I have clear plans to balance our growth while preserving the culture, nature, and quality of life we all love. I won't need a 'grace period' to learn the ropes — I will hit the ground running on Day One.

"I am running to bring sound engineering logic to our government. We need to stop reacting to growth and start managing it." — Kraig Gordon

🎖️ LTC (Ret.) United States Army

Credentials

25-Year Veteran · Engineer · Businessman

25-Year Veteran

LTC (Ret.) Kraig Gordon's life has been defined by the values of Duty, Honor, and Country. His highly decorated military career began as a Private and concluded on the promotion list to Colonel.

The 512th Engineer Battalion: Served as Commander.
Director of Facilities/Engineering: Managed large-scale operations for the Ohio Army National Guard.

Mind of an Engineer, Heart of a Businessman

Kraig holds a Master's Degree and a Professional Degree in Engineering Management/Public Works.

He successfully founded and grew three companies: Gordon Construction, Gordon Development, and Gordon Distribution.

He learned to deliver massive projects on time and under budget — a skill he now uses to protect your tax dollars.

Ready to Serve on Day One

Kraig has attended every County Council meeting for years. He knows the people, the issues, and the budget.

He will look at government spending through the lens of an engineer: efficiency is the goal, and transparency is the requirement.

25

Years US Army

33

Years in Lowcountry

3

Companies Founded

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Running for Council

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Kraig's Transportation Plan

Engineering Solutions for Real Problems

As Chairman of the Beaufort County Transportation Committee, Kraig Gordon isn't just talking about traffic — he's already working to solve it.

Value Engineering on Every Project

Kraig will mandate "Value Engineering" on every project — ensuring the county gets the highest quality infrastructure at the lowest cost to taxpayers. No more rubber-stamping expensive proposals.

Proven Expertise on Highway 170

Leveraging his experience on the LATS (Lowcountry Area Transportation Study) Technical Committee, Kraig will advocate for the next steps of Highway 170, addressing growth while saving taxpayer money.

Bridges & Airports

A comprehensive focus on all transit hubs to keep our economy and people moving. Beaufort County's growth demands investment in every mode of transportation — not just roads.

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Kraig's Growth Plan

Stop Reacting. Start Managing.

Beaufort County is growing whether we like it or not. Kraig Gordon's plan ensures that growth strengthens — rather than strains — our community.

Curb Cut Management

Kraig will implement strict "Curb Cut" policies off County Roads to maintain traffic flow and safety. Too many poorly placed curb cuts are already choking our main roads — this stops.

Service Road Requirements

Kraig will require developers to provide service roads so new developments don't bottleneck our main thoroughfares. If you build it, you fund the access — not the taxpayer.

Modernizing Impact Fees

Developer Impact Fees haven't been updated in years. Kraig will ensure developers pay their fair share to support the infrastructure their projects require. Growth should pay for growth.

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Kraig's Economic Vision

The Right Business for the Lowcountry

Economic growth is a double-edged sword. Kraig Gordon believes we must seek a balanced approach that preserves our unique Lowcountry way of life.

Selective Growth

We don't just need any business; we need the right businesses that our limited resources can sustain. Every economic development opportunity evaluated through the lens of long-term community benefit.

Environmental & School Impact

Every new business must be evaluated for its impact on our local schools and our fragile environment. The Lowcountry's marshes, waterways, and natural beauty are the foundation of our economy and quality of life.

Protecting the Lowcountry Way of Life

The character of our community — the pace, the culture, the natural beauty — is worth protecting. Economic decisions made today will define the Lowcountry for the next generation.

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Kraig's campaign is powered by neighbors who believe experience and integrity still matter in Beaufort County.

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