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Chalton is originally from LaGrange. He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration from LaGrange College. Askew lives in LaGrange with his wife, Connie. He is the pastor of the Church of the King in LaGrange.

Chalton currently works as the Executive Director of Trustbuilding Inc. He previously worked as a merchandise manager at JCPenny and a senior cost accountant at Interface.

Chalton Askew's campaign for mayor is his first run for public office.

As of March 23, 2024, Chalton O Askew’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports new apartment developments to reduce the strain on housing.

- Supports new apartment developments to reduce the strain on housing.

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Plans to strengthen the connection between the Mayor's Office and the City Council.

- Plans to strengthen the connection between the Mayor's Office and the City Council.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

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Nathan Gaskin, Israel Prince Barsh vie for District 2 city council seat

Israel received an Associate of Arts from Knapp Business College, Tacoma and a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology from Washington State University, Pullman. He lives in LaGrange, Georgia with his wife.

Israel is the chief executive officer of USA Global Office of Nonprofit Experts. He previously served in the army and achieved the rank of 1st Lieutenant.

Israel Prince Barsh previously ran for LaGrange City Council in 2021 and did not win.

Wants to create skill development and business programs for youth.

- Wants to create skill development and business programs for youth.
- Wants to "upgrade" public schools.

Believes affordable housing can be achieved by attracting businesses to LaGrange, which will create more job opportunities.

- Believes affordable housing can be achieved by attracting businesses to LaGrange, which will create more job opportunities.

Supports a greater police presence in LaGrange to decrease crime.

- Supports a greater police presence in LaGrange to decrease crime.

Wants to create more greenspaces and parks.

- Wants to create more greenspaces and parks.

As of March 23, 2024, Israel Prince Barsh did not have a website or any information online.

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Nathan Gaskin, Israel Prince Barsh vie for District 2 city council seat  Read more at: https://www.lagrangenews.com/2021/10/06/nathan-gaskin-israel-prince-barsh-vie-for-district-2-city-council-seat/

Israel earned his bachelor's degree in sociology from Washington State University, and his Doctorate of Divinity degree from Bishop Al Hardy Seminary.

Israel is currently the senior prophet for the Embassy of the King Church, and the CEO of a company called the Office of Nonprofit Global Experts. He served in the U.S. Army.

Israel Prince Barsh previously ran for LaGrange City Council District 2 in 2022, but did not win.

As of March 23, 2024, Israel Prince Barsh did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

WTVM: LaGrange welcomes back Jim Arrington after special election

LaGrange Daily News: Déjà vu? LaGrange City Council approves another special election to fill Arrington’s seat  Read more at: https://www.lagrangenews.com/2024/02/22/deja-vu-lagrange-city-council-approves-another-special-election-to-fill-arringtons-seat/

Jim is married and lives in LaGrange, Georgia. He graduated from Lagrange High School.

Jim is the owner of Arrington Builders and Cabinets.

Jim Ronald Arrington was a LaGrange City Councilman for 6 years and has served as mayor pro-tem but has stepped down to run for Mayor.  

As of March 23, 2024, James Ronald Arrington did not have a website or any information online.

Wants to improve public safety, as he believes "youth violence is a major issue in Troup County."

- Wants to improve public safety, as he believes "youth violence is a major issue in Troup County."

Supports a utility discount for senior citizens.

- Supports a utility discount for senior citizens.
- Supports improving and increasing parks.

James Ronald Arrington

As of May 15, 2024, James Ronald Arrington did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Jim has been a LaGrange City Councilman for the past 6 years.  

As of March 23, 2024, James Ronald Arrington did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Arrington was raised in the LaGrange area.

James Arrington founded and owns a construction company in the LaGrange area.

James Arrington previously served on the LaGrange City Council from 2018-2023. Arrington previously ran for Mayor unsuccessfully.

- Supports increased construction of housing developments in the area.

- Promises to address gun violence in the area and says "We have to continue back the fire and the police (departments).

- Supports increased investment in infrastructure.

James has lived in LaGrange for his entire life.

James owned and operated a construction company for 27 years in LaGrange.

James Ronald Arrington ran for mayor of LaGrange in 2023, but did not win. He was also on the city council for 6 years prior to his campaign, first being elected in 2017, and was re-elected to the Post 1 seat after the mayoral race.

- As city council member, worked on ensuring affordable housing.

- Prioritizes public safety, from fixing streetlights to supporting law enforcement.

- As city council member, worked to establish Southbend Park with a playground, dog park, green space and more for residents to enjoy as a first project.
- As city council member, helped to build Petal Park.

- As city council member, secured discounts for senior citizens on their utilities for up to $35 a month depending on usage.

- 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. 

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