City Councilman Bob Margett has pleaded "no contest" to a lawsuit charging malicious mischief for destroying campaign signs during the April election. He paid a $100 fine.
Defeated City Council candidate Roy Seirs urged newly elected Councilman Bob Margett to step down because of his behavior during the latter days of the campaign. This included tearing down other candidates signs and then telling lies about the incident.
James Helms' City Council seat will be "up for grabs" as the city Charter prohibits more than 2 consecutive terms. Also, Dr. Alton Scott's seat will be available as he has announced that he will not seek re-election. Candidates may pick up nomination papers on January 15 and must file by noon on February 5 for the April election.
Newly elected City Councilman Bob Margett has had a lawsuit filed against him by Roy Speirs charging malicious mischief for destroying campaign signs in April.