Two candidates are running in Tuesday’s Biloxi Council special election
Two candidates are running in Tuesday’s special election to become the next Biloxi City Council representative for Ward 7.
The Ward 7 polling place at Woolmarket City Center, 13034 Kayleigh Cove will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In the unlikely case one candidate doesn’t get more than 50% of the vote, the runoff will be March 19.
The election is to fill the seat of Nathan Barrett, who was elected to become Harrison County Supervisor.
The candidates are:
Kevin Kostmayer said he will work with the mayor and council to make sure Woolmarket gets what’s been promised to Ward 7.
“We all want Ward 7 to be strong economically while maintaining that ‘small town’ feel, now and in the future,” he says on his Facebook election page.
His priorities are
▪ Create a long-term plan for neighborhoods that promotes economic development, parks and recreation areas and a sense of identity
▪ Work on core infrastructure needs
▪ Take care of police and firefighters, respect the work they do and support their needs
David Shoemaker, a former Biloxi Police officer and internal affairs investigator, he will work to offer competitive compensation, affordable insurance and a friendly work environment to all city employees.
His priorities are:
▪ Ensure that ditches are cleaned, roads are in good shape and implement a plan for new infrastructure
▪ Improve current amenities and bring additional amenities to Ward 7
▪ Common sense development
The winner will serve as Ward 7 Councilman until the municipal election in spring 2025.
