J. Max Davis
J. Max Davis II is an American politician who served as the founding mayor of Brookhaven, Georgia for nearly 3 years. Elected in December 2012, Davis served as the new city's inaugural mayor.[1] He led the city in creating a police department in record time, cut taxes 3 consecutive years, restored parks and paved roads previously neglected by the DeKalb County government. The city he helped create has run budget surpluses and has become one of the most desirable places to locate among home buyers and businesses. Davis was falsely accused by a third party of sexual harassing a city employee on Feb. 24. The alleged victim made no complaint.The third party complaint was investigated by the city Attorney and cleared Davis of any harassment or improper behavior. There were indications that the complaint was politically motivated. An additional EEOC investigation ensued that dismissed the claim after a finding that cited ‘lack of evidence.’ 2015[2] When State Representative Mike Jacobs resigned his seat in May 2015, Davis resigned as mayor to run for the Georgia State House.[3] Brookhaven Councilwoman Rebecca Chase Williams succeeded Davis as mayor.[4]
Davis unsuccessfully ran as a Republican candidate for Georgia State House Representative for District 80 losing to Democratic newcomer Taylor Bennett in a Special Election runoff on August 11, 2015.Davis now spends his time practicing law and raising his family.
Davis' father, also named J. Max Davis, served as a State Representative for more than twenty years.[5]
References[edit]
- ↑ Whisenhunt, Dan; Weinman, Melissa (December 4, 2012). "BREAKING: J. Max Davis will become Brookhaven's first mayor". Reporter Newspapers. Retrieved May 26, 2018.
- ↑ "Harassment complaint filed against Brookhaven mayor -". 13 May 2015.
- ↑ "Former Brookhaven Mayor J Max Davis qualifies for House District 80 Special Election". The Brookhaven Post. June 3, 2015. Retrieved May 26, 2018.
- ↑ Benton, Trey (June 9, 2015). "Rebecca Chase-Williams in as Brookhaven Mayor, Linley Jones to District One Council seat". The Brookhaven Post. Retrieved May 26, 2018.
- ↑ "State Rep. J. Max Davis dies". Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Another Voice from Oconee County. November 4, 2002. Retrieved May 26, 2018.
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