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I believe District One is the best place to live in Georgia. My wife, Melissa, and I feel that the diversity of our district is great for our 6-year-old daughter, Cecelia. Growing up here, she will develop life skills that will help her here throughout her life. I strongly believe that everyone can contribute to the growth of Augusta, no matter their, age, color, or economic status. My wife and I saw the potential for a rewarding life for our family here, so we bought and remodeled an older home downtown. We love being able to ride our bikes to church, the bank, the river, and all the other charming stores and restaurants downtown.
I want to include the people of District One in the process of developing Augusta's full potential. We can all continue to give, participate, and sacrifice a little to make this great town grow. We have especially talented businessmen and women who are getting noticed for what they do. Our elected officials, department heads, and their staffs must all play a part in planning and building this district. I hope that I can continue to do my part as your Commissioner.
Accomplishments:
- East Augusta Drainage, Phases 1 & 2
- Gateway and City-Beautification
- Day in the Community Event for Underserved Youth
- District-Wide Vacant Lot Clean-Ups
- Nuisance Club Closed on Laney Walker
- Facilitated Discussion for a New Urban Walmart Grocery Store
- Continued Support of the TEE Center
- Revitalization of Laney-Walker/Bethlehem Neighborhoods
- Support of Downtown Parking Plan
- Support Youth Programming for East Boundary
- Facilitated Community-Wide Discussion for an Improved and Saver First Friday Event
Community Activities:
- Leadership Augusta, Class of 2006
- Augusta in Army Boots, Class of 2006
- Prison Ministry, 1990-Present
- Coalition of Prison Evangelists Board (COPE), 1998-Present
- Planning and Zoning Board
- Public Service Committee
- Administration Service Committee
- Airport Authority
- Past President of the Martin Luther King Committee
- Elder at First Presbyterian Church
Other Successes:
- Participation in naming of new bridges and roads in Augusta for past leaders and pastors.
- Collaboration for Unity Rally against violence.
- Improved code enforcement.
- Numerous town hall meetings to hear from constituents.