The Eastern Shore Republican Women (ESRW) hosted a candidate forum on Thursday for all council candidates in Fairhope. 1819 News editor-in-chief Jeff Poor moderated.

ESRW president Judy Barlow said the group was happy to provide a chance for constituents to hear from the candidates. All but one candidate, Place 3 incumbent Jimmy Conyers, were in attendance. Barlow said Conyers was disappointed he was unable to make the forum due to prior family commitments.

In the end, Barlow said the forum was a success with many candidates showing they are ready to lead the city.

"As Fairhope continues with record growth, we wanted to hear from the candidates their vision for the city," said Barlow. "How do you keep the character of Fairhope while managing growth and development, their plans for publi

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