Elizabethton Mayor Curt Alexander Runs for State House of Representatives
A New Chapter for Leadership
Elizabethton’s own Mayor Curt Alexander just announced his candidacy for the vacant seat in the Fourth District Tennessee State House District 4. Scheduled for the August 1 primary election, the seat covers portions of Carter County, plus the entirety of Unicoi County. Alexander’s announcement follows incumbent John Holsclaw Jr.’s decision not to seek re-election after serving for ten years.
A Long History of Public Service
Alexander’s track record in public service is quite impressive. He has been an Elizabethton City Councillor since 2004 and ascended to the post of mayor in 2006, making him the longest-serving mayor in the city’s history.
Speaking about his motivation for running, Alexander said, “I felt it was time to serve our community in another way. I want to ensure that education continues to be funded adequately, the region receives ample infrastructure funding, and remind Nashville that Tennessee does not end in Knoxville.”
Accomplishments as Elizabethton Mayor
Alexander attributes his readiness for the State House position to a track record filled with successful projects. During his term as Mayor, Elizabethton has seen major capital investments within schools, the construction of a new animal shelter and police department, among other projects.
Alexander also noted the fiscal responsibility of purchasing all property, plant, and equipment using cash reserves to save on interest costs, leading the city towards ideal economic conditions.
Plans for the Fourth District Tennessee State House District
If elected, Alexander plans to foster job growth in the district. He believes this could be achieved via leveraging area universities and the Tennessee College of Applied Technology’s expertise in training the workforce to meet potential employers’ requirements. He also vows to fight tax increases that would impact families across the state and district. He is a strong advocate for tax relief targeting necessities such as groceries and other household items.
Mayor Alexander also shared his experience working with the Northeast Tennessee Regional Recovery Center. This initiative has transformed the former Roan Mountain Work Camp into a long-term treatment facility for alcohol and drug issues, offering vocational training as well.
A Personal Connection
Alexander grew up working hard on the family farm, packing eggs before sunrise and cleaning delivery trucks after school—a childhood experience that he links closely with his approach to public service. He affirms, “I know what it is like to be up early and work hard. That’s what I’ve done since I was a boy, and that’s what I plan to continue doing in Nashville.”
Besides supporting the Second Amendment and legal immigration, Alexander also plans to find solutions to the homelessness issue in the district.
The electoral process kicks off with early voting from July 12 through July 27, culminating in the actual election on August 1, 2024. Alexander’s bid opens a new chapter of leadership for the Fourth District Tennessee State House.
