Tag: Gene Smith

Newcomer Ashley Lovell, former City Councilman Gene Smith win Hoover runoff elections

In the runoff for Hoover's City Council, Ashley Lovell defeated Liz Lane for Place 3 handily, while Gene Smith is the winner of Place 2.

Five Hoover City Council seats decided, two races continue in runoff

Of the seven city council seats, five have been set, while two races are going to a runoff. Four incumbents will return. Two incumbents, Steve McClinton and Casey Middlebrooks did not have opposition, while Khristi Driver and Derrick Murphy easily fended off their opposition.

Hoover Councilman Sam Swiney announces he will not seek reelection

In a written statement, Swiney said, "I have decided not to seek reelection this August. I came to this decision a couple of months ago. It has been an absolute honor representing the people of Hoover over the last 5 years."

Gene Smith to seek return to Hoover City Council — 'Promises must be kept'

After a relatively brief hiatus, Gene Smith is looking to reclaim his spot on the Hoover City Council. He said he's focused on keeping promises and building on the work he started when he previously served.