Milton Resident To Run For City Council

MILTON, GA -- A small business owner has announced plans to run for the Milton City Council. Peyton Jamison, chairman of the Milton Planning Commission, is seeking the District 1, Post 1 seat, which is currently held by Karen Thurman.

Jamison said he's running for elected office in a bid to "restore Milton's rural character and provide a new vision for the city's direction."

“As a husband, father and small business owner, I feel compelled, now more than ever, to serve the city of Milton in a new capacity," he said. "If we want to preserve Milton’s character, it’s time for leadership that isn’t afraid to stand up for our residents and community. Our zoning laws were implemented to protect our city, and many of our elected officials aren’t following through – it’s time for a change.”

As chair of the planning commission, Jamison said he supported the city's zoning guidelines and has a history of using his business experience and commitment to his family and the community as guiding principles in his quest to improve Milton's quality of life.

He also notes his service as past president of the Crabapple Community Association has allowed him to use those leadership skills to bring about positive changes to the city.

“Milton became a city 10 years ago with the vision to give residents more say in their government, to preserve our unique heritage and to offer a quality of life that positions us a top place to raise a family," he added. "Today that vision is being threatened, and it’s time for a new voice that will fight to ensure Milton can prosper and that vision realized."

Jamison graduated from Roswell High School and Auburn University. He runs a private wealth management firm with his father.

Along with his service to Milton Planning Commission and the Crabapple Community Association, Jamison has also served on Milton’s Better Together Committee and as chair of the Milton Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee. He's a current member of the Milton Charter Commission and North Fulton Comprehensive Transportation Plan Committee.

Jamison and wife, Megan, have three children, Tripp, Mallory, and Holden, and are members of Birmingham United Methodist Church.

Qualifying for the Nov. 7 municipal election will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 through Friday, Aug. 25 in the office of city clerk at Milton City Hall, which is at 2006 Heritage Walk. Qualifying fees are $390 for Council seats District 1, Post 1; District 2, Post 1; and District 3, Post 1; and $690 for the office of mayor.

Image via Peyton Jamison