Former Candidate for District 10 Commissioner
Devon Spiva is a UGA student (3rd year Political Science major). He was running for commission in district 10, but decided not to qualify.
Signature Issues
Transparency – Spiva had promised “no more secretive settlements or rushed votes,” likely referring to the Taylor Saulters settlement.
Affordable Housing – Spiva wanted to change zoning laws to allow for tiny houses of less than 1000 sq ft. and other low-cost housing units.
Opposition to Property Taxes – He wanted to freeze property taxes and use “other sources of funding” instead.
Fundraising
As of January 31, Spiva had raised $2,081 in total and had $1,431 on hand.
Experience
Spiva has been active in both the UGA College Republicans and the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement.
Endorsements
Spiva was endorsed by the Libertarian party of Georgia.
Interviews
Spiva was interviewed by the Red & Black on July 23, 2019.
APN caught up with Spiva on October 18, 2019 for an interview which you can see below: