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Marie Willsey
Marie Willsey is running for City Council Member - Post 4.
Personal background
Marie was born and raised in Cumming. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism and public relations from University of Georgia and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Georgia. She has lived in Roswell for more than 27 years. She was the president of the Horseshoe Bend Community Association and a member of the Fulton County Arts Council, the Roswell Planning Commission and the Roswell Arts Fund board of directors. She and her husband, Glen, have three children.
Professional background
Marie owns a marketing communications business, MW Creative, M.E.W. & Associates, Inc., where she has worked for 26 years. She previously worked for Schmeisser Communications, Duffey Communications and Siemens Energy & Automation.
Political background
Marie Willsey is currently the Roswell city council member representing Post 4. She was first elected in 2017 during a special election and has served one term. She is a member of the Administration & Finance Committee.
Public Services
Wants to "work for our city by respecting its character and history, restoring a sense of community, revitalizing our corridors, and representing the voices of residents."
Plans to preserve the city's history and character. She said, "\[o\]ur city's Southern heritage and riverside location are who we are as a community; our spirit, history, and rich art, music, and cultural experiences should be celebrated."
During her 2017 campaign for city council, she wanted to move forward redevelopment for Holcomb Bridge Corridor, discuss guidelines for the Historic District, consider purchasing Mimosa Hall and acquire more green space.
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COVID
As of August 19, 2021, Marie Willsey’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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City Budget
Wants to look for funding for the Chattahoochee River Master Plan.
Plans to encourage business to expand to grow the city's tax base without increasing taxes on individuals.
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Housing & Urban Development
As a city council member, she voted for East Roswell Village, a $75 million development project to bring 400 apartments and townhomes at the site of a former Super Target on Holcomb Bridge Road.
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Public Safety
Wants to "invest wisely in needed public safety ... facilities."
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Wants to invest in traffic and street improvements, including pedestrian and bike-friendly projects.
Plans to continue working on the Holcomb Bridge Road/GA 400 interchange improvements.
Wants to make sure that transportation projects funded by TSPLOST move forward on time, including US9 and Big Creek Parkway.
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Zoning
Wants to change the zoning rules "to reflect a comprehensive, unified vision and provide clarity to our community and potential partners."
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