Walter Goodson is running for City Council Post 1

Walter lives in Forsyth with his wife, Beverly. They have five children as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Walter has worked in building maintenance and construction. He previously served in the US Army.

Walter previously ran for Forsyth City Council in 2023, but did not win.

As of September 3, 2025, Walter "Skipper" Goodson did not have a website or any information online.

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Wants to see "blighted areas in the city cleared, and homes built that people can afford."

- Wants to see "blighted areas in the city cleared, and homes built that people can afford."

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Walter "Skipper" Goodson

Buket Urgen

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Chris is retired. He previously worked for United Bank/Monroe County Bank. 

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Chris Hewett is currently a council member for the City of Forsyth, representing Post 2. He was first elected in 2016 and is serving his 3rd term. 

As of September 3, 2025, Chris Hewett did not have a website or any information online.

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Chris Hewett

Chris is currently a council member for the City of Forsyth.

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 