June 11, 2011 brought more than just hot temperatures. For HAR's Fort Bend Political Affairs Advisory Leadership (PAAL) group it also brought a long-awaited win for their supported candidate for Sugar Land City Council District 3, Amy Mitchell. During the May election, Mitchell came in second to Howard Paul, but due to the lack of a majority vote, they were forced in to a runoff election.
In the extremely close ruffoff race for District 3, Amy Mitchell earned 50.03 percent of the vote to Howard Paul's 49.97 percent, which means she won by ONE vote.
"Amy ran her campaign based on merit, her long-standing service and commitment to the community, with tireless energy and enthusiasm, and most of all, with high ethical standards and the utmost integrity. She really made us proud," said Fort Bend PAAL Chair Vicki Warren. She continued by saying, "This one vote win proves that when REALTORS® play an active part in the political process we truly can make the difference. I am so proud of those PAAL volunteers who stepped up to help Amy with her victory."
As a member of the Fort Bend Political Affairs Advisory Leadership Group I watched this race closely. I live in the heart of District 3 where this intense race was taking place. I did not vote during the May elections. After constant phone calls and emails from other PAAL Members I knew if I was not seen walking into the voting place, I would be dragged out of my office to do so. I received a personal call from Amy and had the opportunity to talk with her about her campaign and agenda. Now I'm looking forward to discussing more about the future of Sugar Land District 3 with her.
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