Brent R Hoffman

Background

Hoffman is an author and former South Dakota state senator, and previously served on a school board. He served in the military and lives on a hobby farm between Hartford and Humboldt, according to his 2026 candidate questionnaire.

Sources: Sioux Falls Live, The Dakota Scout

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Budget and taxes

  He said he wants residents involved in county budgeting before the final vote, more shared services, and an end to opt-out tax increases for operating expenses. He also said public safety should remain funded as the county grows.

  Sioux Falls Live

• Spending and limits

  His campaign says he supports restraining county spending, state-level tax reforms, and term limits for county commissioners.

  Brent Hoffman campaign