Meet Mary Smith

Mary Smith - Tested.Proven. Ready on Day One.

As a current County Commissioner with decades of private-sector leadership experience, Mary brings the judgment, discipline, and real-world experience to lead from the start — not learn on the job.

She is running for County Mayor to put people first, protect taxpayers, guide responsible growth, and preserve what makes Williamson County special.

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The Challenge

Williamson County is at a turning point.

Traffic is stealing time from families. Rising costs are squeezing household budgets. Growth is changing the character of our community. The question is not whether Williamson County will grow. The question is whether we lead that growth responsibly.

Traffic

Families need infrastructure planning that keeps roads moving and communities connected.

Rising Costs

Taxpayers deserve disciplined budgeting and long-term decisions that protect their wallets.

Community Character

Growth should strengthen Williamson County, not erase the charm and values people love.

Proven experience.Principled leadership.

For more than 20 years, Wade and I have called Williamson County home. Our family has lived here, worked here, worshiped here, and built our life here.

Before serving in county government, Mary spent decades in the private sector overseeing complex challenges, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, and leading high-performing teams.

Today, as a County Commissioner, she is already doing the work — bringing that same discipline, accountability, and people-first mindset to local government.

Priorities

Mary’s priorities for Williamson County.

These priorities reflect the values that brought many of us to Williamson County — responsible leadership, thoughtful growth, and a commitment to the people who call this place home.

Fiscal Stewardship

Keep the Charm without Selling the Farm

Protect Williamson County’s character through smart financial decisions, disciplined debt management, and long-term stewardship that respects taxpayers.

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Responsible Growth

Growth With Guardrails

Plan wisely for roads, schools, and services so growth strengthens Williamson County instead of outpacing the needs of families and communities.

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People First Policies

Taking care of residents and workers

Support both the residents who call Williamson County home and the public servants who keep it running every day — including teachers, first responders, highway crews, and county employees.

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Let’s shape growth — together.

I do not want the title. I want the responsibility — to listen, bring people together, and present smart, data-driven plans that protect both our quality of life and your wallet.

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Mary Smith - Williamson County Commissioner and Candidate for County Mayor

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Be The Change!! Real progress begins when informed citizens band together and take action!!

Over the past few days, I’ve received several reports of flooding in neighborhoods across our community.I’ve lived in eastern Williamson County for more than 15 years, and areas around Arno and Trinity have historically been prone to flooding. As development continues, I believe we need to take a serious look at where homes are being built and whether our infrastructure and stormwater planning are keeping pace with growth.Building more homes in areas with known drainage and flooding concerns should give all of us pause.Have you experienced flooding in your neighborhood recently? What are you seeing, and what concerns do you have?I’d like to hear your thoughts.Do you think development is making flooding problems worse? Vote HERE bit.ly/3S7i7YO ... See MoreSee Less
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🌾 Experiencing the fair through the eyes of the next generation is priceless. ❤️So grateful for the opportunity today to share a little more with our grandson about our county’s rich agricultural heritage. 🚜🐄🌽We’ve been attending the fair since the very beginning, so being able to bring him and continue that tradition makes it even more special. 🎡✨These are the traditions, values, and connections to the land that help make our county such a special place to call home.🌾 Let’s continue to celebrate our agricultural roots and protect what makes our community so special for generations to come. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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🤖 Let’s Talk About AI!Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’re already using it and want to learn how to use it more effectively?Come join us this Sunday, August 9, from 4:30–6:30 PM at the Westhaven Residence Center in Franklin. I’ll be moderating a beginner-friendly, hands-on conversation about Artificial Intelligence and how it’s already changing the way we live, work, learn, and communicate.And I promise, you don’t have to be a “tech person” to come! 😊We’ll cover practical topics like:💬 How to talk to AI and actually get useful results🧠 How to make AI work for you week after week👨‍👩‍👧 Using AI for your family, from meal planning and scheduling to homeschooling🔒 Privacy, your data, and protecting your family⚖️ Understanding bias in and deciding which AI tools you can trust✝️ AI through a Christian worldview💼 Ways AI can save time in your business🛠️ Free tools you can start using right away💻 A hands-on workshop where we’ll actually build something together👧 How to introduce AI to your kids safely and responsiblyWhether you’re excited about AI, skeptical of it, or simply trying to understand what all the fuss is about, this conversation is for you.Cost is just $10 to cover the room. Bring your laptop if you have one and come ready to learn, ask questions, and have some fun!Space is limited, so grab your spot here 👇luma.com/2etwfculHope to see you Sunday! 🤖💻 ... See MoreSee Less
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Fair week is here, and this is honestly one of my favorite times of the year to volunteer. There's something about the Williamson County Fair that brings the whole county together, and getting to be a small part of making it happen never gets old.The fair runs now through Saturday, August 15th at the Williamson County Ag Expo Park in Franklin.Gates open:🎡 Monday through Friday at 6:00 pm🎡 Saturday at 10:00 am🎡 Sunday at noonBuildings close at 10:00 pm, and the midway runs until 11:00 pm (midnight on Friday and Saturday).Admission is $14 for adults, $7 for kids 6 to 12, and free for ages 5 and under.Tickets and the daily schedule: williamsoncountyfair.orgIf you have ever thought about volunteering, they still need help in a lot of areas including agricultural exhibits, competitive entries, courtesy carts, creative and culinary arts, fair set-up, Little 1's Farming, volunteer check-in, and the youth department. It is a great fit for students needing service hours or a group wanting to serve together.Sign up here: williamsoncountyfair.org/p/join-the-fun1/volunteersHope to see you out there!📍 4215 Long Lane, Franklin, TN ... See MoreSee Less
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Election Day has come to an end, and I just want to say thank you.Thank you to every candidate who stepped forward to serve, to the volunteers who knocked doors, worked the polls, and held signs in the Tennessee heat, and to every voter who showed up. That willingness to participate is what keeps our communities strong.Congratulations to everyone who earned the trust of the voters and is advancing to the General Election in November. I pray God grants you wisdom, discernment, and a servant's heart.Now it is time to move past campaign season and turn toward the work in front of us. Our communities are strongest when we stay engaged, treat one another with respect, and do our part to leave Tennessee better than we found it."To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God."Micah 6:8 ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is Election Day in Williamson County. 🗳️❤️🇺🇸💙🗳️Polls are open until 7:00 tonight, so if you have not made it yet, there is still time.These local races matter more than most people realize. The folks we elect today will be making decisions about our schools, our roads, our budgets, and how quickly our county grows.Turnout in a county election is usually low, and that is the part worth thinking about. When only a small handful of people show up, a small handful of people end up deciding for the rest of us. Your vote carries real weight here.Bring a neighbor if you can. See you at the polls. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is Election Day in Williamson County. 🗳️❤️🇺🇸💙🗳️Polls are open until 7:00 tonight, so if you have not made it yet, there is still time.These local races matter more than most people realize. The folks we elect today will be making decisions about our schools, our roads, our budgets, and how quickly our county grows.Turnout in a county election is usually low, and that is the part worth thinking about. When only a small handful of people show up, a small handful of people end up deciding for the rest of us. Your vote carries real weight here.Bring a neighbor if you can. See you at the polls. ... See MoreSee Less
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