Mayor Randy Roland Shares Vision for Cowarts as He Seeks Re-Election

Wiregrass Daily News met with Randy Roland, Mayor of Cowarts, who is seeking another term during the next election. In an in-depth conversation, Mayor Roland shared his personal connection to the town, reflecting on how he became part of the Cowarts community and his 18 years of service in office. His long-standing commitment to the city, he said, continues to fuel his passion for public service. Roland discussed his vision for Cowarts over the next five to ten years, with a clear focus on responsible growth and economic development. He emphasized the importance of supporting existing businesses while also attracting new ones to the area. A key point of pride for Roland is maintaining a lower sales tax than surrounding municipalities, which he believes helps keep Cowarts an attractive and affordable place to live. Among his goals for the future, Roland expressed a desire to bring back the town's severe storm sirens as part of his push to improve community safety and emergency preparedness. As the election approaches, Mayor Roland hopes the citizens of Cowarts will continue to support his leadership and vision for the city's future by re-electing him for another term.