Former Snellville Mayor Brett Harrell is hoping to step back into the political arena.

Harrell, 48, announced recently at a Gwinnett County GOP breakfast that is he is running for the state House seat being vacated by Rep. Melvin Everson (R-Snellville). Everson next year will pursue the labor commissioner post.

Harrell said he believes the major issues are taxation, budgets, transportation, economic development and job creation.

Although the primary is still a year away, Harrell said there's much to be done. "I need to speak to the community and make sure I understand their concerns."

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Tracy Woodard from InTown Cares (left) and Lauren Hopper from Mercy Care organization work with residents at the Copperton Street encampment in August 2024. 
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