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Thomasville city councilman makes Black history

Making history every step of his way: JacQuez Johnson, Thomasville ...

JacQuez Johnson is from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He moved to Thomasville as a child. He is a pastor and an English teacher at Thomasville High School. He lives with his family in Thomasville.

JacQuez is currently a city councilman for the city of Thomasville. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term. He previously ran for the city council in 2021 but did not win.

Supports attracting new businesses to Thomasville while supporting existing ones.

Supports enhancing community engagement and transparency in local government.

Supports affordable housing and plans to implement policies that promote affordable housing options for the community.

Supports community policing efforts and increased resources for the police department.

Supports prioritizing sustainability in development plans to protect the environment for future generations.

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

Wendy B. Sellars

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.