Politics & Government

Business Owner Seeks Council Seat

Bobby Howard, a 16-year resident of Snellville, has announced that he will run for Snellville City Council.

Bobby Howard, a 16-year resident and business owner in Snellville has declared his candidacy for city council. 

Howard plans to run for the seat currently held by Barbara Bender, who is running for mayor of Snellville.

"I have lived in Snellville with my family for 16 great years, and during that time we have experienced the ebb and flow of Snellville's landscape, government and population," Howard said in a press statement. "I think that most of us agree that Snellville has changed."

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"With some very positive changes over the past 18 months," he added, "now is the time for united and committed leadership, to guide Snellville to an even greater future."

Howard currently owns a home repair and maintenance business, where he has gained experience with project management and budgets. He hopes to use these skills to help continue the city's positive efforts.

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"Economic development is a crucial need in our city, and we must continue to be proactive," he said. 

Howard, who has been a supporter of the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Association and Care-for-Cops, said he will actively support the local police department.

"I firmly believe that if a community feels safe, it will thrive and prosper," he said. 

Bobby Howard and his wife, Nancy, have been married for 27 years and live in the Harbour Oaks subdivision. They have one child and one grandchild. He attends Cannon United Methodist Church, where he is past chairman of the Board of Trustees.


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