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Daniel Merkel
NONPARTISAN
Daniel Merkel is running for City Council Member, Post 6.
Political background
Daniel Merkel is currently the city council member representing post 6. He was first elected in 2015 and has been in office for two terms.
Professional background
Dan is an insurance agent. He used to be the chair of the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation and the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce.
Personal background
Dan has lived in Alpharetta for more than 20 years. He lives with his wife, Colleen, in the Hampton Hall community. They have two children.
Natural Resources & the Environment
- As a city council member, he voted to discontinue curbside glass recycling in the city. He said, "we're not running away from it, we're just saying not right now in the current form that it exists."
Housing & Urban Development
As of September 5, 2023, Daniel Merkel did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.
Public Safety
As of September 5, 2023, Daniel Merkel did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.
Public Services
- Previously said, "Alpharetta can count on me to be focused on two objectives: protecting our quality of life and strengthening our communities."
Transportation & Infrastructure
As of September 5, 2023, Daniel Merkel did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.