Davis announces for 8th District
commissioner
FROM STAFF REPORTS
Robert L. Davis is today announcing his candidacy
for Carter County Commissioner representing the 8th District,
which includes Harold McCormick and T.A. Dugger/High School
precincts.
Davis is a 26-year veteran, having served in
both the Vietnam and Persian Gulf conflicts. He served as
captain in the U.S. Army, chief warrant officer in the Tennessee
National Guard, and is retired assistant chief of Environmental
Management Services for the Veteran's Administration, having
worked at Mountain Home in Johnson City and in Philadelphia,
Pa.
Davis currently is an instructor for Tennessee
Rehabilitation Center of Elizabethton and administrative assistant
of Phillippi Missionary Baptist Church where he also sings
in the male chorus.
Davis said he is a strong supporter of public
education, progressive local, state and federal governments
and equal opportunity for all citizens.
"I will work hard to promote economic and industrial
growth and development and to help reduce wasteful spending.
I will be a working commissioner for you," he said. "Your
vote, support and confidence is greatly appreciated."
Davis is married to Sandra H. Davis, who is employed
by the City of Elizabethton. The couple have two children:
Corey, who resides in Atlanta, and Brandi of Elizabethton.
Davis also has a son, Darrell Love, who is serving with the
U.S. Army and is stationed in Korea.
Anthony and Loretta (Bowers) Newton serve as
campaign managers to "Elect Robert L. Davis 8th District Carter
County Commissioner." Sandra H. Davis, treasurer.
