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Brett Withers
Brett A. Withers was a member of the Nashville Metro Council in Tennessee, representing District 6. Withers assumed office in 2015. Withers left office on September 1, 2023.
Withers ran for re-election to the Nashville Metro Council to represent District 6 in Tennessee. Withers won in the general election on August 1, 2019.
Biography
Withers earned a B.A. in English from DePaul University in 1998. He has gained the following professional experience:
- 2007-Present: Executive support, TransCor America, LLC
- 2013: Named Employee of the Year
- 2010-2014: President, Eastwood Neighbors, Inc.
- 1998-2007: Executive support, Pricewaterhouse Coopers[1]
Withers was the recipient of the 2014 East Nashvillian of the Year Citizen Award and is affiliated with the following organizations:
- Rediscover East
- Friends of Riverside Drive
- SMRA, Inc.
- The Neighborhoods Resource Center[1]
Elections
2019
See also: City elections in Nashville, Tennessee (2019)
General election
General election for Nashville Metro Council District 6
Incumbent Brett A. Withers won election in the general election for Nashville Metro Council District 6 on August 1, 2019.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Brett A. Withers (Nonpartisan) | 93.8 | 2,764 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 6.2 | 184 | ||
| Total votes: 2,948 | |||
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2015
The city of Nashville, Tenn., held nonpartisan elections for mayor and metro council on August 6, 2015. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was May 21, 2015. All 41 metro council seats—including the office of vice mayor—were up for election. In District 6, Brett A. Withers defeated incumbent Peter Westerholm.[2][3]
| Nashville City Council District 6 General Election, 2015 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
 Brett A. Withers |
61.7% | 2,149 | |
| Peter Westerholm Incumbent | 37.9% | 1,320 | |
| Write-in | 0.4% | 14 | |
| Total Votes | 3,483 | ||
| Source: City of Nashville Election Commission, "Official general election results," accessed September 15, 2015 | |||
Campaign themes
2019
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2015
Withers' website highlighted the following campaign themes:[4]
Affordable housing
- Excerpt: "Affordable housing is essential to maintaining the diversity that has defined East Nashville. We need to preserve housing options for low income families, young artists and seniors who are living on fixed income. Attracting and retaining a healthy mix of neighbors and businesses will ensure that East Nashville remains vibrant and diverse. I promise to listen to all voices as we decide on the best strategy to take together."
Growth and development
- Excerpt: "East Nashville is attracting unprecedented growth that must be balanced with the long-term interests of our neighborhoods. I will work with all stakeholders to ensure that growth fits within the character of East Nashville. In particular, I believe we must both preserve the unique character of residential neighborhoods while encouraging business development and investment along Main Street and Gallatin Ave."
Education
- Excerpt: "I will advocate for parent involvement in decisions that affect their children’s education. I recognize that for parents, there is no issue more critical than ensuring that their child receives a quality education. I also recognize that each family and student brings different talents and needs to Metro Nashville Public Schools. I will make funding the MNPS operating budget a top priority and will fight to secure funding for school infrastructure upgrades in the Capital Improvements Budget."
Traffic
- Excerpt: "I will continue to work with neighbors, business owners, Public Works, Police, and other city agencies to enhance pedestrian and bike safety. One part of the strategy should include clear connected bike lanes from downtown to Five Points and beyond. Before any final plan is made, however, we must engage adjacent property owners and stakeholders in transparent discussions."
Recent news
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See also
2019 Elections
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Nashville, Tennessee municipal elections, 2015
- United States municipal elections, 2015
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 LinkedIn, "Brett Withers Profile," accessed July 28, 2015
- ↑ City of Nashville, "Davidson County Election Commission," accessed December 4, 2014
- ↑ City of Nashville Election Commission, "Official general election results," accessed September 15, 2015
- ↑ Official campaign website of Brett A. Withers, "Issues," accessed July 28, 2015
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