(KAIR)--An Atchison County Commissioner has filed to retain the seat he currently holds. 

County Clerk Pauline Lee says Henry W. “Bill” Pohl filed for re-election on Tuesday. 

Pohl, a Republican, serves the 3rd District of Atchison County. 

Elected in November, 2012, Pohl currently serves as the County Commission Chairman. 

Candidates have until noon June 1st to file for the August 2nd primary election. 

The General election will be November 8th.