Businessman Russell Johnson says he hopes to bring the same work ethic and leadership that earned him recognition in the business community to the Gadsden City Council.
Johnson, a candidate for the District 1 seat on the Gadsden City Council, said his experience building a successful business has prepared him to help guide continued growth in the city.
Johnson, who spent years operating the Albertville Wendy’s restaurant, said he transformed one of the company’s oldest locations through focused management, advertising and customer service. Those efforts earned the restaurant the Small Business of the Year award in 2023.
A retiree who has lived in East Gadsden for the past 20 years, Johnson said he is committed to conducting a positive campaign regardless of the election’s outcome.
“My idea is simple — run a clean campaign regardless of the outcome,” Johnson said.
If elected, Johnson said he plans to use the same dedication that contributed to his business success to serve the residents of District 1.
“Gadsden is on a roll,” Johnson said. “I want to be there, watching it very closely.”
Johnson pointed to several ongoing and planned developments that he believes will strengthen the city’s economy, including the Gadsden Eastern Connector, continued investment by Minth Group Manufacturing, construction of the Gadsden Athletic Center and the planned Coosa Harbor development.
He said he wants to help ensure District 1 benefits from the city’s economic growth and future investment opportunities.
Johnson said his business experience and leadership skills would enable him to contribute to the city’s continued progress if elected.
More information about Johnson and his campaign is available on his Facebook page.
