Lawson to seek vacated Springdale City Council seat

Mike Lawson, the sales manager for Steve Smith Country, announced Wednesday (June 5) he is a candidate for the recently vacated Ward 4, Position 1 post on the Springdale City Council.

Lawson said in a statement that he is looking forward to the opportunity to serve his hometown. The special election will be held on Aug. 13, for the term that will end in November 2014.

According to Lawson’s statement, he has lived in Springdale for 48 years, is a 1983 graduate of Springdale High School, has been a member of Springdale Kiwanis Club since 1991, serves on the Springdale Country Club Board of Directors, is a member of the Arkansas Activities Association, and works as a referee for high school football and basketball throughout the state

"I pledge to the people of Springdale to bring quality leadership and tireless dedication if chosen to fill Ward 4, Position 1, on the Springdale City Council,” Lawson said. “I look to bring continued business growth while ensuring that Springdale remains a great place to raise a family – a place we are all proud to call home.”