David E. Farris - Alderman Ward 6

10/18/2022

10/12/2022

Well, it’s time for some thank you’s. I will start first with Susan. She is the hardest working, least paid Campaign Manager ever. Her years of teaching in Brandon, and her tennis buddy relationships were a huge plus for me. Susan is the best life partner ever! Jeffrey, Sara, and Hannah had friends and clients that engaged with us in this campaign. Several folks voted for me because of one or all of them. The other hardworking and low paid campaign worker was Brent Leach. He did so much. Our Sara marrying into the Leach family was a blessing and I am confident that the Leach name encouraged folks to vote for me.

If you allowed me to place a sign in your yard, thank you so much. Your influence certainly helped my cause.

If you voted for me today or in the absentee voting process, I humbly thank you. It is my intent to honor your vote. Again, thank you.

I do not know Mike Mann very well. I do know that to offer yourself for public service is not easy. He obviously cares about this community as reflected by his placing his name on this and on prior ballots. I wish him the very best.

Now it’s time to go to work!

Thank you,
- David E. Farris
Brandon Alderman Ward 6

10/09/2022

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

SPECIAL ELECTION for Brandon Alderman Ward 6

This SPECIAL ELECTION is set for Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Votes
are cast at Brandon City Hall. The voting time is 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Please vote. YOUR vote matters!

10/09/2022

My grandson, Asher Leach, has been working for me.
He says, “Vote for Poppy!”

10/07/2022

SPECIAL ELECTION - ALDERMAN Ward 6

Local elections are important. You need to be an informed voter. This Special Election is important (not because Mr. Mann and I are in it), but because of what the Mayor and Board are directly responsible for in serving our community. This body has the most impact on your daily life. Some examples are:

Public works (streets, sewers, etc), police and fire departments (public security and safety), library services, parks and recreation, taxes, education, alcohol and other ordinances, etc.

WHY RUN?

I considered running for the At Large Alderman at the last election. I discussed this with family and some close friends. I determined that I did not want to have that discussion with my employer; so I sat that race out. I ran for Alderman in Morton twice and was fortunate enough to be elected both times. So, I’ve had the desire to serve before. I have that same desire now. Timing is always important. When some found out that I might be retiring, I was contacted about the vacant Alderman seat. I was encouraged to run. After a discussion with Susan and family and after prayer, I decided to that I would give this a try. So desire, interest, support, and timing (being retired) affirmed that I should qualify for this open Alderman seat.

WHY ME?

I have experience in management,supervision, hiring/firing, contracts, sales, purchasing, and finance. Add the fact that I served as an Alderman (smaller budget) provides some city government experience. Building relationships, working well with others, negotiating, and finance represent the skill set that I bring as a candidate.

I think that this Mayor and Board have done a credible job. Some recent successes are the amphitheater, our water system (OUR), and there are lots of projects ongoing; including Grants Ferry Parkway. Now, I understand that this administration cannot please all of us and the methods of how things get done may not please all of us. The outcome, the results have been positive. I see this administration as one that I would like to serve with. I believe my skill set can be helpful and positive to and for this administration.

I am interested in growth…proper and correct growth. I want to maintain a sense of community. I want there to be good communication, and I hope this might lead to a stronger connection among our residents. I believe in Brandon and I think the future is bright.

This Special Election is set for October 11, 2022. Show up, vote. Also; stay current with the actions taken on your behalf. Attend meetings, watch the meetings online, the minutes are available, take a look at them. Call your elected officials. Get involved. If you do not vote, you are giving up your voice. It’s an opportunity, a civic duty. It’s how you properly motivate elected officials. If you do not vote, you may be settling for the status quo.

I humbly request your support, encouragement, your influence, and your vote.

Thank you,
-David E. Farris

09/28/2022

Special election set for Brandon’s Ward 6 Alderman

BRANDON, Miss. (WJTV) – The City of Brandon will hold a special election for Ward 6 Alderman. The election will be on Tuesday, October 11. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Br…

09/27/2022

ABSENTEE VOTING INFORMATION:

You may vote an absentee ballot for this Special Election.

WHERE: City Hall
Enter at Water Department. City Clerk’s door is first
door on the right. This is the place for absentee voting.

WHEN: Monday through Friday between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Last day is Saturday, October 11, 2022 between
8:00 am to 12:00 ( noon).

REMINDER:
The Special Election is October 11, 2022. Vote at City Hall
from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Please vote. YOUR vote matters!

09/26/2022

Today Susan and I waved at some of as you went to work and as you returned home. It sure felt good when you gave us a big wave, honked at us, or offered encouragement to us. We hope to wave and see more of you from now until the Special Election. The Special Election is set for October 11, 2022. Voting takes place at City Hall.

Thanks Susan for your encouragement and assistance. Love you!❤️