I am Britney Thornton and I am running to become your next Shelby County Clerk.

Over the years, we have seen the underperformance of the county clerk’s office. Long lines. Late rents. Irregular office hours. All an inconvenience for citizens who just want their tags or license.

Under my administration, the Shelby County Clerk Office will work with our local, state, and federal offices to streamline the steps you have to take in order to keep moving.

You have a lot of choices and I believe I am the best candidate. The only elected official with administrative experience and a track record of deep direct service, I am your best choice candidate this election.

We need a servant leader now. As I have done for the 75,000 constituents I currently represent, I will also do for the over 600,000 citizens who engage with the Clerk's office each year.

This May 5th, you can cast a vote of confidence for Britney Thornton. Let's win, together!

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Priorities for Shelby countY

    • A recent state audit revealed serious concerns: misreported revenues, poor internal controls, and a $3.5 million discrepancy in the Clerk’s accounts.

    • Public trust has eroded due to late or missing financial reports — people don’t know where their money is going.

    • The office must lead with integrity and be transparent with residents, the County Commission, and state partners.

    As Clerk, I will implement clear financial systems, independent audits, and monthly revenue reporting to rebuild trust and accountability with the public.

    • Long lines, office closures, and unstaffed satellite locations have left residents frustrated and underserved.

    • Senior citizens and working families are disproportionately impacted when neighborhood offices are closed or understaffed.

    • Residents deserve a Clerk’s Office that is efficient, welcoming, and meets people where they are.

    Every resident deserves fast, respectful, and local access to services. I will reopen neighborhood offices, reduce wait times, and train staff to deliver excellent customer care.

    • Outdated systems slow service and frustrate citizens.

    • Increased law‑enforcement activity means more traffic stops and vehicle-related filings — demand for efficiency has never been higher.

    • Modern, efficient systems will improve transparency, reduce errors, shorten wait times, and expand access — especially for underserved communities.

    In an era of law‑enforcement surges, heavy traffic‑stop enforcement, and growing demand for vehicle and public record services — Shelby County needs a Clerk’s Office built for the 21st century. I will modernize systems, invest in technology, and launch online and mobile services so no one waits in line, no record gets lost, and county government truly serves the people.