Ellisville, Miss. – The City of Ellisville is gearing up for a mayoral rematch between incumbent Republican Lynn Buckhaults and Democrat Jalen Lindsey. Buckhaults, who is finishing his second term as mayor, is seeking reelection to continue his work on infrastructure and downtown development. He highlights progress made during his tenure, including balanced budgets and completed street projects. The city currently has five projects in the works to address drainage issues.
Lindsey, an Ellisville native, is running for mayor again, emphasizing the need for bold leadership and community development. With experience in administration, aviation, tourism, and business development, Lindsey plans to establish more community boards and secure grants to boost city development. He aims to invest in downtown and communities while addressing street repairs and revitalization efforts.
The mayoral candidates will face off on June 3, with Buckhaults previously winning with 60 percent of the vote in 2021. The race is expected to be competitive as both candidates bring unique perspectives and plans for the city’s future. Residents can expect a dynamic campaign as the candidates vie for the opportunity to lead Ellisville into its next chapter of growth and progress.
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