Ross
Morris
Ross Morris is a dedicated Republican leader, Auburn University alumnus (Master’s and Bachelor’s in Business Administration), and lifelong Auburn-area resident since 1993. With over 22 years in strategic development and operational excellence at companies like Johnson Controls and Sanofi, he built high-performing teams, restored key client relationships, and drove multimillion-dollar growth through innovative process improvements and agile
methodologies.
A family man married to his wife Melissa for over 33 years with two adult sons, Ross is deeply rooted in the community—serving as PA announcer for several Auburn High School sports, served as a Board of Trustees member at his church, and served as Logistics Coordinator for the Super 7 State Championships. Appointed Lee County Commissioner for District 2 in February 2022 and re-elected in November 2022, he brings proven fiscal discipline, infrastructure expertise, and a strong conservative commitment to limited government, economic vitality, and quality-of-life improvements for Lee County families.
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Fiscal Responsibility
Balanced budgets, efficient taxes, and smart debt management to protect taxpayers.
02
Infrastructure & Safety
Strong roads, bridges, facilities, and enhanced public safety services.
03
Economic Growth
Smart planning, zoning, and partnerships to attract jobs and secure funding.
04
Community Advocacy
Representing Lee County at state/federal levels for grants and better policies.
05
Election Integrity
Secure, fair, and accessible voting processes.
01 Fiscal Responsibility
Balanced budgets, efficient taxes, and smart debt management to protect taxpayers.
Balanced budgets, efficient taxes, and smart debt management to protect taxpayers.
Fiscal Responsibility
02
Infrastructure & Safety
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01
Fiscal Responsibility
Strong roads, bridges, facilities, and enhanced public safety services.
Smart planning, zoning, and partnerships to attract jobs and secure funding.
04
Community Advocacy
Representing Lee County at state/federal levels for grants and better policies.
Secure, fair, and accessible voting processes.
Key Issue Points
Election Integrity
Fiscal Responsibility
01
Infrastructure
& Safety
02
Economic
Growth
Strong roads, bridges, facilities, and enhanced public safety services.
Balanced budgets, efficient taxes, and smart debt management to protect taxpayers.
03
Smart planning, zoning, and partnerships to attract jobs and secure funding.
Election
Integrity
05
Community
Advocacy
04
Representing Lee County at the state/federal levels for grants and better policies.
05
Secure, fair, and accessible voting processes.
02
Infrastructure & Safety
Strong roads, bridges, facilities, and enhanced public safety services.
03
Economic Growth
Smart planning, zoning, and partnerships to attract jobs and secure funding.
04
Community Advocacy
Representing Lee County at state/federal levels for grants and better policies.
Secure, fair, and accessible voting processes.
Election Integrity
05
Smart planning, zoning, and partnerships to attract jobs and secure funding.
THE BEST WAY TO PREDICT THE FUTURE IS TO CREATE IT
Accomplishments as
Lee County Commissioner
Fiscal
Oversight
Guided approval of multimillion-dollar budgets (e.g., FY2025: $81 M+), prioritizing sustainability and accountability.
Policy
Leadership
Served on Lee-Russell Council of Governments Policy Board, directing grants for transit and development.
Appointed to ACCA Legislative Committee, shaping state policies for regional growth.
Regional
Impact
Coordinated logistics for Super 7 State Championships with Auburn University and AHSAA.
Event
Success
Major
Projects
Led expansions of Food Bank of East Alabama Community Market (2026) and East Alabama Health Psychiatric Hospital (2025) via public-private partnerships.
Directed Indigent Defense Contract Committee for cost-effective, quality legal services.
Vulnerable Populations
Advanced planning, conservation, and development through roles on Auburn-Opelika MPO, Kreher Preserve, and Mid-South RC&D Council.