Crisp County Commissioner retires after 18 years

(CORDELE, GA) – The Crisp County community honored one of their long-standing county commissioners Tuesday night.

After more than 18 years of service, commissioner, Wallace Mathis is retiring from the position.

Over the course of his nearly two decade tenure as commissioner, mathis is proud to have served the community.

When asked about his plans for the future, Mathis says he plans on sticking around Crisp County.

Mathis tells us, “Like I’ve said, I’ve lived here all my life, I’m not going anywhere, and I’m looking forward to what Crisp county’s going to do in the future. It’s like I always say, ‘keep going, keep growing'”

Mathis will be succeeded by Bill Wilson as the county’s commissioner for District 2.