Former Charlotte City Council member James Mitchell makes replacement recommendation
Charlotte City Council to appoint new member By WBTV Web Staff | January 30, 2021 at 9:59 PM EST - Updated January 31 at 11:23 PM
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - James “Smuggie” Mitchell, who resigned as Charlotte City Council member on Jan. 11, has recommended a replacement to fill his vacant seat.
Mitchell recommended Jessica Davis to serve in his chair as an at-large council member to fulfill the remaining 11 months on this current term.
“Jessica has an understanding of how city government works,” Mitchell wrote in a letter to Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and members of city council. “Jessica is a team player, and passionate about helping to improve the lives of our citizens. If Jessica is fortunate to receive your vote, I’m confident she will be 100% committed.”