PRESS STATEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

CEASAR MITCHELL HUMBLY ACCEPTS ATLANTA'S VOTE OF CONFIDENCE

Atlanta City Council President-Elect Mitchell Comments on Election Win

From Atlanta City Council President-Elect Ceasar C. Mitchell:

"Tonight, I am humbled and gratified by the overwhelming support the Atlanta electorate has demonstrated by electing me their next City Council President.  Though today marks the end of a long campaign, it also marks the beginning of a new era - an era that requires each and every one of us to make Atlanta better and stronger. I am excited and energized about providing the leadership and unification our city needs.  Atlanta is where I was born, raised and educated.  I am committed to making it safe, clean, green and thriving.

I would like to thank my opponent Clair Muller for running a strong race.  I have tremendous respect for Clair and want to salute her for her many years of service to our city.

I look forward to working with the next mayor, the City Council and our entire community to help propel Atlanta into the world-class 21^st century city it is truly destined to be."

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Contacts:

Alexis Davis Smith, 404-545-2919; Fred Hicks, 678-701-5225