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Peter has a bachelor's degree in zoology from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a doctor of dental surgery degree from Emory University. He was on the Roswell Planning Commission, a stakeholder member of the Roswell 2040 Comprehensive Plan Committee and a board member of his neighborhood Home Owner's Association. He and his wife, Betty,  have two daughters, Caroline and Christine. They attend Roswell Presbyterian Church.

Peter is a dentist who owns his own practice, Artistic Dentistry of Atlanta, which he has run for 33 years.

Peter Vanstrom's campaign for city council is his first entry into politics.

Wants to "protect and preserve our neighborhoods, our historic district, parks and river, and at the same time, promote smart business growth."

Said, "it is concerning because our city is stalling out, with many projects going unfinished or never getting started. We are missing opportunities to promote our town. We need to manage our continued growth in a way that protects the charm and character that attracted so many of us to Roswell in the first place."

Said, "I am a fan of smart business growth, but not a fan of traffic or destroying the character of our neighborhoods.:

- Wants to "protect and preserve our neighborhoods, our historic district, parks and river, and at the same time, promote smart business growth." 
- Said, "it is concerning because our city is stalling out, with many projects going unfinished or never getting started. We are missing opportunities to promote our town. We need to manage our continued growth in a way that protects the charm and character that attracted so many of us to Roswell in the first place."
- Said, "I am a fan of smart business growth, but not a fan of traffic or destroying the character of our neighborhoods.:

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As of August 18, 2021, Peter Vanstrom’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Wants to "proactively plan[] for traffic and infrastructure needs."

- Wants to "proactively plan[] for traffic and infrastructure needs."

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

- 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.

As of August 19, 2021, Marie Willsey’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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.

- 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.

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.

- 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.

Wants to "invest wisely in needed public safety ... facilities."

- Wants to "invest wisely in needed public safety ... facilities."

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.

Plans to use technology to decrease traffic, maintain local streets and sidewalks and plan for future transportation and mobility needs.

- 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. 
- Plans to use technology to decrease traffic, maintain local streets and sidewalks and plan for future transportation and mobility needs.

Wants to change the zoning rules "to reflect a comprehensive, unified vision and provide clarity to our community and potential partners."

- 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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- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 