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Hardie Davis
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| Mayor of Augusta-Richmond County | |
| In office January 1, 2015 – December 31, 2022 |
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| Preceded by | Deke Copenhaver |
| Succeeded by | Garnett L. Johnson |
| Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 22nd district |
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| In office February 8, 2010 – 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Ed Tarver |
| Succeeded by | Harold V. Jones II |
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 122nd district |
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| In office January 8, 2007 – 2009 |
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| Preceded by | Pete Warren |
| Succeeded by | Earnest Smith |
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| Born | December 5, 1968 Macon, Georgia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
Hardie Davis was born on December 5, 1968. He is an American politician who has served in important roles for the state of Georgia. He was the Mayor of Augusta-Richmond County from January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2022. Augusta-Richmond County is a special place where the city and county governments joined together.
Before becoming mayor, Hardie Davis served in the Georgia state government. He was a member of the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2009. Later, he served in the Georgia State Senate from 2010 to 2014. He was the second African American person to be elected mayor of Augusta after the city and county governments combined in 1996.
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Hardie Davis: A Public Servant
Hardie Davis has dedicated many years to public service. This means he has worked to help the people of his community and state. His career shows how someone can move from serving in the state government to leading a major city.
Early Life and Education
Hardie Davis was born in Macon, Georgia. He grew up and went to school there. His early experiences helped shape his desire to work for the public good. He learned the importance of community and leadership from a young age.
Serving in the Georgia Legislature
Before becoming mayor, Hardie Davis served in the Georgia General Assembly. This is the name for Georgia's state legislature. It is made up of two parts: the House of Representatives and the State Senate.
In the House of Representatives
Hardie Davis first served in the Georgia House of Representatives. He represented the 122nd district from 2007 to 2009. In this role, he helped create and vote on laws for the entire state of Georgia. He worked on issues important to his district and all Georgians.
In the State Senate
After his time in the House, Hardie Davis moved to the Georgia State Senate. He represented the 22nd district from 2010 to 2014. As a state senator, he continued to work on state laws. He focused on making life better for people in his district and across Georgia.
Becoming Mayor of Augusta
After serving in the state legislature, Hardie Davis decided to run for mayor. He wanted to lead his home community of Augusta.
Leading Augusta-Richmond County
Hardie Davis became the Mayor of Augusta-Richmond County on January 1, 2015. He served two terms, ending on December 31, 2022. As mayor, he was the chief leader of the city. He worked to improve public services, economic growth, and the quality of life for all residents.
A Historic Role
His election as mayor was important for Augusta. He was the second African American mayor since the city and county governments joined together. This showed progress and diversity in leadership for the community.
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