Tillman to seek re-election to Macon-Bibb County Commission

Macon-Bibb County Commissioner Al Tillman announced Wednesday he will be seeking a second term.

Tillman, a booking agent and political activist, said he remains committed to serving District 9. At his announcement, he was flanked by supporters that included Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority Chairman Cliffard Whitby, former state Sen. Susan Cable and others.

"I'm proud to say I want to continue to be a part of this community and serve this entire (Bibb County) community," Tillman said.

He said he wants the focus to remain on completing renovations of recreation centers and parks. In his district, Tillman said he is glad that construction has begun on the Filmore Thomas Recreation Center and that work will soon start on the major improvements on Log Cabin Drive.

Another important task will be how commissioners spend $10 million in blight bond funds throughout the county.

"My No. 1 priority will be continuing to see the blight money is spent properly," Tillman said.

The commission has been able to accomplish a lot during the first couple years since consolidation, he said. Tillman said he also would support other current commissioners who intend to run for re-election.

"This commission has been a commission of action," said Tillman, the founder of the nonprofit Unity-N-Community.

In 2013, Tillman defeated then-Macon City Council President James Timley as they fought for a seat on the new consolidated commission. Macon and Bibb County merged in January 2014.

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This story was originally published January 27, 2016 at 4:25 PM with the headline "Tillman to seek re-election to Macon-Bibb County Commission ."