I am proud of my career in public service, which has allowed me to meet so many wonderful and deserving people. I also want to thank my supporters who have worked night and day, and held me up when others tired to tear me down. The last seven days have shown me my true friends. I am very proud that despite the smear campaign against me, not one endorser asked to have his name removed, and not one member of my team lost faith.

I wish the city staff, the council and the mayor-elect the best for the future. I am sure the City of Carrollton will come to know Ron Branson in the same way those of us who have served with him do.

This is not the end of my career in public service. I will continue to give back to my community and my city in the future.