VAN BUREN- PROVEN LEADER- TRUSTED EXPERIENCE

Mark Van Buren and his wife, Catherine Baird, are lifelong residents of Licking County.  Van Buren understands the needs of local families, businesses, and communities. His decades of public service and community involvement reflect a deep commitment to the people of Licking County.

Government Experience

Harrison Township Trustee
1997 – 2008 | 2010 – Present
More than 20 years of township leadership focused on roads, public safety, responsible development, and fiscal responsibility.

Licking County Commissioner
2008
Served at the county level gaining firsthand experience with county operations, infrastructure planning, and budgeting.

Kirkersville Village Council
1996 – 1997
Began public service representing local residents and working on village issues.

Professional Experience

Farmer and Small Business Owner
Co-owner and operator of Van Buren Acres, a family farm and agritourism business serving thousands of visitors each year and supporting the local economy.

Education

MBA Finance
Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Bachelor’s Degree in Business
The Ohio State University

Graduate
Watkins High School

Leadership and Community Involvement

Republican Central Committee

Transportation Improvement District – Vice President
West Licking Joint Fire District – Vice President and Past President
Ohio Township Association – Board of Directors
Licking County Township Association – Vice President and Past President
Licking County Farm Bureau – Board of Trustees Treasurer
Kirkersville Cemetery Association – President
Kirkersville United Methodist Church – Administrative Council Chair
Licking County Enterprise Zone Tax Incentive Review Council
Licking County Planning Commission – Alternate Member
Licking County Comprehensive Plan Leadership Team
Explore Licking County
Pataskala Area Chamber of Commerce

Past Service

Member – Framework
Senior Citizen Advisory Committee
Licking County Planning Commission
Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary
Coshocton–Fairfield–Licking–Perry Solid Waste Committee
Licking County 4-H Extension Committee

Proven Leadership for Licking County

Van Buren brings over two decades of local government experience, business leadership, and community service to his campaign for Licking County Commissioner.

Van Buren's record reflects responsible leadership, fiscal discipline, and a strong commitment to the future of Licking County.