Bendall Withdraws From Alpharetta City Council Post 3 Race

ALPHARETTA, GA — Alpharetta resident and local small businessperson, Jamie Bendall, has withdrawn from the Nov. 2 General Election race for City Council Post 3.

"I have had the pleasure of serving my community in a variety of capacities in the more than 20 years that I have called Alpharetta home," Bendall said in a news release. "From coaching softball at North Park to serving on the Planning Commission, I have always understood the value of being an engaged citizen, and that was a significant factor in the decision to qualify for Post 3. Upon further consideration, the timing is not right for me to continue in this race due to a health situation involving a close family member. It is for this reason that I am withdrawing."

Bendall was one of four candidates for the Post 3 seat. The remaining candidates are Douglas J. DeRito, Daniel McAlonan and Trey McConnell.

"I'm grateful for the support and encouragement I have received from a diverse cross-section of people who are interested in a safe and prosperous Alpharetta," Bendall said. "I hope all Alpharetta residents continue the important conversation about how we responsibly manage growth, continue our investment in our parks and green spaces, while making the necessary improvements that are required in our infrastructure. Without a balanced approach, we run the risk of sacrificing the advantages that make Alpharetta so appealing to businesses and families alike.

"We are fortunate in Alpharetta to have so many committed men and women who work for the city. Public Safety, Community Development, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, are just a few of the departments staffed by people whose professionalism and commitment to excellence is part of what makes our city such a special place to live, work, and play. I intend to continue to support them going forward.

"Although I won't be on the ballot this November, I trust that the next council will continue to work together to find solutions to the most pressing issues in Alpharetta," Bendall said. "I look forward to the remaining candidates conducting an issues-oriented campaign focused on the best interests of our entire community."

The last day for Alpharetta citizens to register to vote in the upcoming General Election is Monday, Oct. 4. Early voting begins on Tuesday, Oct. 12, and Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2.

In addition to deciding who will hold three seats on the Alpharetta City Council, the election will also see Alpharetta voters deciding if the city should issue $29.5 million in general obligation bonds to fund a list of parks projects and casting their ballots on continuance of the county-wide Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, known as TSPLOST.

Additional information on the 2021 General Election, including the qualifying packets for each candidate and any required campaign disclosure forms, is available at the City of Alpharetta's website.

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