CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – As early voting approaches this week, the candidates for mayor of the City of Clarksville have been meeting with voters and discussing the issues. The candidates are Mark Riggins, Wanda Smith and Brian Zacharias.

To help voters with their choice on the ballot, Clarksville Now is publishing articles on plans for their first 100 days in office, if elected. Here is the response from Councilwoman Wanda Smith.

Council member Wanda Smith at the Clarksville City Council Meeting on March 6, 2025. (Wesley Irvin)

Smith said her vision consists of two principles: Smart Growth and Smart Infrastructure. “Smart Growth suggest that I will be intentional, proactive and strategetic about managing the city’s growth, budget and infrastructure,” she said.

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Wanda Smith on first 100 days

“In my first 100 days, I will meet with every department head and establish a clear 100-day goals for the city, after, I will publicly release my administration’s mission, vision, and priorities for Clarksville.

“Second, I will order a thorough ‘audit’ of the city’s budget, spending, contracts, and major projects so we can identify waste, improve efficiency, and make sure taxpayer dollars aligned with the city’s goals.

“Third, I will establish an infrastructure priority list that consist of streets, sidewalks, lights, drainage, flood areas, traffic congestion and provide timelines, responsible departments, and regular public updates,” Smith said.

“Fourth, I will implement a better city system for residents to report problems and track the city’s response.

“And finally, I will establish a regular public accountability report so citizens can see what we promised, what we accomplished, and what still needs to be done.

“The first 100 days will be about setting clear new standards – accountable government, responsible leadership, partnerships, a healthy budget, and results that benefits the entire community. No mayor can move a city forward without the citizens,” Smith said. “Government is about the people!”

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How to vote, with early voting this week

Early voting will be Oct. 14-29 at the Election Commission Office. Early voting begins Oct. 19 at the North Library, CDE and Richellen Park locations.

Tennessee voters are required to show a valid photo identification. A driver’s license or photo ID issued by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, the Tennessee state government, or the federal government are acceptable, even if expired. College student IDs are not accepted.

For more information on voting, go to the Montgomery County Election Commission website, visit their office at 350 Pageant Lane, Suite 404, email vote@mcgtn.net or call 931-648-5707.

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