Local builder and entrepreneur Mark Spurlin announced his candidacy on Tuesday for mayor of Pike Road in the 2025 municipal election.
He’ll challenge the incumbent, Pike Road Mayor Gordon Stone.
“Pike Road is filled with great people — families, retirees, and single adults. Our town has seen impressive, attention-grabbing growth over the last few years, but unfortunately, our response to that fast-paced growth has become haphazard and lacking in intentionality. In recent years, this momentum has shifted to an undeniable concern of many. The time to reevaluate the future of Pike Road as a community and come forth with a fresh, objective perspective is now,” Spurlin said in a statement. “Our town deserves leadership that is focused on the long-term future, and through my experiences, interests and talents, I believe I can serve as a catalyst to achieve practical yet creative solutions. I am committed to providing a fresh perspective that will help us meet the challenges of growth while embracing our citizens and building upon the unique qualities that make Pike Road special. By working together, we can build a lasting future that reflects our community's values and improves the quality of life for all residents.”
Spurlin was born in Montgomery. He has a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture from Mississippi State University and a Masters in Building Construction from Auburn University.
“I believe a good leader utilizes individuals’ best qualities for a common goal. By improving collaboration and communication with our citizens, we will build a stronger community. I want Pike Road to be a premier place where current and future residents are proud to call home. I want our town to have its own unique identity and be a place where residents can thrive, businesses are positioned to shine, and our skills and talents can be brought forth for the greater good of the community,” Spurlin said.
Spurlin is married to Jessica, and they have three young daughters. The Spurlins own and operate their own businesses, Mark Spurlin Construction Co. and Jessica Spurlin Interiors, which focus on local renovation and regional residential interior design.
Stone told 1819 News on Tuesday he was “absolutely” running for re-election in 2025.
“Pike Road is a unique place with an amazing amount of opportunities. I’m really honored to have been mayor for the time that I’ve had to serve. I look forward to continuing to build on the great possibilities that we have,” Stone said. “I’m excited. We’ve got a great team. We’ll continue to talk about the success in the community and the school system is doing wonderful with A’s on the report card (and) the four campuses that we’ve been able to build. We’ve got five new road projects that are going on in Pike Road that are exciting. We’ve got new businesses coming to Pike Road. We’ve got a tremendous amount of energy in our community programming. It’s a great time to live in Pike Road and I’m honored to serve and look forward to continuing to be a part of this team.”
The 2025 municipal election will be on August 26.
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