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J.T. Smallwood announces candidacy for mayor of Trussville
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. (Trussville Tribune) — J.T. Smallwood has announced his intention to run for mayor of Trussville in this year's municipal election.
Smallwood has served as the Jefferson County Tax Collector since 2002. He last faced election in 2020 where he defeated Charles Alexander in the Democratic primary and ran unopposed in the general election.
In 2018, Smallwood was the Democrat challenger to Republican Joe Knight in the County Commission race, which Knight won handily.
In his announcement, Smallwood stated that his campaign is centered on 'restoring fiscal accountability, transparency, opposing unnecessary tax increases, and enhancing the quality of life for all Trussville residents.'
He wrote that he opposes raising property taxes and introducing garbage collection fees, and he pledged to 'prevent additional charges for services already covered through existing AD VALOREM taxes and sales tax.'
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The announcement also stated that he 'aims to address issues related to the Eastern Area Landfill' and 'plans to prioritize infrastructure improvements and public safety to enhance the overall well-being of Trussville residents.'
It also stated that he is dedicated to protecting senior citizens and 'ensuring they are not disproportionately impacted by financial mismanagement or unnecessary tax burdens.'
'Trussville deserves leadership that is transparent, accountable, and dedicated to the community's best interests,' Smallwood said. 'I am committed to serving our city with integrity and ensuring a prosperous future for all.'
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