Chris Smith is from Perry, Georgia. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Valdosta State University. 

Chris is a private pilot and former small business owner. He previously owned a local business in Perry and served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army. 

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Christopher's campaign for Perry Mayor is his first entry into politics.

Supports local businesses and job creation.

Supports local businesses and  job creation efforts.

- Supports local businesses and  job creation efforts.

Economy

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Prioritizes "open dialogue and collaboration with Perry residents for a better future."

Plans to focus on open dialogue and working with Perry residents "for a better future."

- Plans to focus on open dialogue and working with Perry residents "for a better future."

Public Services

Aims to promote responsible development, strengthen local businesses, and enhance quality of life for all Perry residents.

Advocates for  responsible development, strengthening local businesses, and enhancing quality of life for all Perry residents.

- Advocates for  responsible development, strengthening local businesses, and enhancing quality of life for all Perry residents.

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to prioritize community safety, economic growth, and education reform for Perry, GA.

Plans to prioritize community safety, economic growth, and education reforms for Perry. 

- Plans to prioritize community safety, economic growth, and education reforms for Perry. 

Public Safety

As of September 3, 2025, Christopher Smith’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Christopher Smith

Chris Smith is a proud native of Perry, Georgia, having been born and raised in the community he is dedicated to serving. He graduated from The Westfield Schools in Perry, where he developed a strong foundation of values and community spirit. Committed to lifelong learning and growth, Chris earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Valdosta State University, equipping him with the knowledge to foster local economic development and support small businesses. A dedicated public servant and veteran, Chris served our country as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army. His military service instilled in him integrity, leadership, and a sense of duty—qualities he brings to his commitment to Perry.

Chris is a private pilot and former small business owner. He previously owned a local business in Perry, where he gained firsthand experience with the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs. Before that, he served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army, where he developed leadership skills and discipline.

As of September 3, 2025, Christopher Smith did not have a website or any information online.

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor runs the city day to day and prepares the budget each year, meaning that they propose how much funding goes to each city department, including the police department, city parks, transportation, and the fire department. 
- The mayor also hires the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and city department heads, such as City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation. 
- Most Georgia mayors are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 