Mike Henderson seeks reelection to Oxford council
A retired banker with a 46-year career in the industry, culminating in the position of City President of F&M Bank in Oxford, Henderson said his ties to the community run deep. He is a graduate of Oxford High School and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Jacksonville State University.
"My motivation has always been to improve the quality of life for our citizens," Henderson said.
Henderson has several priorities outlined if he were to win reelection. He stressed the importance of completing ongoing and planned infrastructure projects efficiently — such as the work that has begun on the Leon Smith Parkway.
Major infrastructure projects underway that will continue into the next term include the Friendship Road bridge replacement, which is expected to begin within the next two years, and a major drainage project in the Bynum area, where engineering work is being finalized.
Henderson said there have also been discussions between the city and the Alabama Department of Transportation 'regarding some solutions to provide traffic relief along the parkway such as bridge widening or possibly another exit from the (Oxford) Exchange.'
'There has been some preliminary engineering work done regarding this option,' Henderson said.
Additionally, he proposed the construction of three new area-specific substations for the Oxford Healthcare Paramedics service, or potentially the construction of a dedicated animal intake facility.
'We have had citizens attend meetings concerned about people dumping animals, primarily dogs, and them roaming our streets and neighborhoods,' Henderson said. 'Several have complained about their pets or themselves being attacked by packs of dogs that possibly have no owners.'
'The city currently has limited options for places to take animals picked up by animal control. A shelter is desperately needed to address this problem. The proposed shelter would be a humane facility with the plan to adopt out animals picked up by animal control,' he continued.
Henderson said he believes his extensive experience and varied skill set make him a strong candidate.
"My experience on the council, my ability to get things done, my knowledge of the city and its needs, financial knowledge and fiscal responsibility, vision, honesty and integrity, and my Christian faith are qualities I bring to the council," Henderson said.
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