Bobby Watson

Councilmember / Mayor Pro Tem2025-05-20 to 2027-05

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At a glance

News mentions: 0

Term ending May 1, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 8
Total speaking time: 3:03
Avg per meeting: 0:23
Segments: 57

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Top issues during term (3)(General)

high↑Sep 2026[40]

Short-term rental expansion on West Creek Street

Approval would allow short-term rental use of the property; a dollar figure was not provided.

medium↓Feb 2026[1]

Winter Storm Fern Response

The closure may delay in-person payments and city services, but the source doesn’t specify any direct costs or fees.

medium↓Jul 2026[0]

bank branch dispute with city

Expect city legal costs and delayed business activity to keep adding up while the branch fight drags on.

Decisions during term (4)

Recorded while Watson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approvedOct 20, 2026

Ordinance 2026-05 Calling the May 2, 2026 General Election

Voting record (0)(General)

No votes found matching General.