Results in for Flowery Branch City Council Post 2 race

In a battle between political newcomers, he defeated businesswoman Jennifer Sudderth by a vote of 174 to 85. He captured 67% of the vote to Sudderth’s 33%.

“It’s one thing I needed to do, so I’m excited I’ll get an opportunity to do it,” Mezzanotte stated of his victory.

Operating for workplace  “was fascinating,” he added. “I had loads of assist, which was enjoyable. It was very encouraging for (supporters) to exit and vote for me.” 

Mezzanotte takes over the seat that’s been empty since Ed Asbridge resigned final yr to run efficiently for mayor. His time period ends Dec. 31, 2023.

Mezzanotte may be sworn in as early because the council’s assembly on Thursday, March 17, if Corridor County has licensed the election outcomes by then, Metropolis Clerk Shelia Cooper stated.

Mezzanotte stated his first precedence will likely be “getting up to the mark on current and near-future initiatives.”

He additionally desires “to study extra concerning the annexation and zoning course of,” particularly when rezoning requests “deviate an excessive amount of from the great plan.”

“That’s one among my largest objectives,” he stated.

With Tuesday’s election, the council has all members in place.

The Nov. 2 election settled two different seats, plus the mayor’s publish. Asbridge and Publish 5 candidate Oliver McClellan had been elected unopposed and Will McDaniel received a contested race for Publish 3. They began four-year phrases Jan. 1.