Tam Seeks Re-Election as District 2 Commissioner

Brian Tam, Forsyth County Board of Commissioner for District 2 and , announced his candidacy for re-election on Sunday, Jan. 22, according to a news release.

Tam, who is serving his eighth year of service in the community, has kept his focus on the enhancement of local health care opportunities, the enrichment of schools in the county and has had unparalleled success in fostering economic development opportunities throughout Forsyth County.

"As a Commissioner, I have had an opportunity to make a difference in the direction of our community," said Tam. "I am seeking re-election to the Board of Commissioners because I am committed to continually protecting taxpayers while promoting private sector job creation and making critical infrastructure improvements."

Some of those improvements Tam was involved with include, the acquisition of greenspace, new recreation centers at Old Atlanta and Fowler Parks, the opening of a , the implementation of an , the , the continuation of the widening of Highway 141, bringing shopping mall to the area and the facility.

"As a former member of the Board of Directors of the , I have experienced first hand the difference that a strong economic development plan, low tax rates and attractive amenities make in a community," he said.

Tam, a resident of Forsyth County for more than 17 years, operates in downtown Cumming with his wife Kelly.

"As a small business operator," Tam said, "I appreciate what it takes to live within a budget, meet a payroll and manage inventory in a fiscally responsible manner."

He is a graduate of Leadership Forsyth, a recipient of the Don Hendricks Memorial Award and one of nine statewide recipients of the 2008 Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals’ Patron Award. Tam said during his recent term in office and his work on the Finance Committee of Forsyth County, "we have maintained our AAA bond rating."

Brian and his wife have three children and live in south Forsyth County. They worship at Browns Bridge Community Church.

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Upon hearing of Tam’s intention to seek re-election, Lt. Governor Casey Cagle and Attorney General Sam Olens issued the following statements:

I have known Commissioner Brian Tam since he began serving on the County Commission eight years ago. Forsyth County has greatly benefited from his leadership and dedication to his constituents. I consider him a true public servant and am honored to call him my friend. - Cagle

Commissioner Tam is a thoughtful public servant who is educated on the needs of his constituency. The citizens of Forsyth are fortunate to be represented by him. - Olens