*****Press Release / August 27, 2007*****

Alan Tart announces candidacy for Milton City Council - District 6

Milton resident Alan Tart proudly announced his candidacy for Milton City Council - District 6 on Monday. Alan is self-described as a "fresh face in leadership for the new City of Milton."

"This is a pivotal moment in our city’s history. Over the next several years, our city council will be making many important decisions that will have longstanding effects on our city’s future. While growth is inevitable, I, like the majority of Milton’s citizens, believe that we have a collective responsibility to preserve Milton’s small town character and distinctive heritage by ensuring responsible growth and land use, efficient community services, and fiscal responsibility and accountability. As your councilman, I will listen to your interests and concerns and make decisions based on the will of the majority. I will work to build consensus on council and in the community, and I will make decisions that preserve our city’s unique char acteristics. I would greatly appreciate your support in this important election."

Alan attended Berry College in Rome, GA where he received a BS Degree in Biology. He was born and raised in Columbus, GA where he also taught high school. Alan now serves as a Regional Retail Food Specialist and National Team Leader for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Elected by his peers to represent their interests on the national level, Alan has over 10 years of experience with developing and interpreting policies and regulations and with analyzing the legal, social, and economic impact of policies and regulations on governmental stakeholders, including industry and the public. Alan is a current member of the Atlanta Federal Executive Board Leadership in Government Program – a distinctive program that is designed to enhance the team building, leveraging, and interpersonal skills of government leaders.

Alan also serves as President and CEO of the Avensong Community Association, located at Deerfield Parkway and Hwy. 9. With assistance from many fine volunteers, Alan and the other Avensong board members have worked diligently to build a sense of community and pride in the neighborhood. Alan recently led a community fundraiser to raise $3,000 for the Milton Police Department. In his spare time, Alan enjoys traveling and spending time with his family and friends.

For more information, please contact Alan Tart (678) 464-8550.