Learn About Craig Lutz

So, why politics? If asked, Craig will tell you that he had a new desire to serve the public after working in New Orleans in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina. While in South Louisiana, Craig saw a need for strong leadership in the area of public service. After returning, Craig started to look at what was going on in his growing community of Flowery Branch. While researching articles he came across an editorial in the Times (Gainesville) that was titled “Flowery Branch lets petty squabbles get in the way of governing”. It seemed like the only difference between New Orleans and Flowery Branch was the lack of a natural disaster; both communities had leadership issues.

Craig continued to watch local politics as the City Council raised taxes, positioned themselves to retain power, and largely ignored the concerns of the fastest growing part of the community. All of these things appeared to be the roadmap for disaster in South Hall County.

 

Biography

Craig is a resident of South Hall County, has been a husband of over 20 years, and is a father to two precious girls.  Most recently, Craig served as a member of the Flowery Branch City Council.  He is a Republican, a member of the NRA, and a proud conservative.  Here are some of his other qualifications: 
  • Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in business management from Mercer University.
  • Masters Degree in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University in 2008.
  • Phi Kappa Phi honor society in 1999
  • Beta Gamma Sigma honor society in 2008
  • Member of the Telephone Pioneers; 1994 to present
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Regional Economic & Leadership Development from the Georgia Academy for Economic Development
  • Honorably discharged from the United States Air Force in 1993 after being awarded the Air Force commendation Medal for Meritorious Service

11/10/2007  Craig Lutz is elected to Flowery Branch City Council.  There will be two new faces on the Flowery Branch City Council. Craig Lutz won the race for Post 1 and Chris Fetterman landed Post 2. »

1/13/2008  Craig Lutz is sworn into office.  The new year ushered in two new Flowery Branch city councilmen »

1/6/2010  Craig Lutz is elected Mayor Pro Tem for Flowery Branch.  . »

Accomplishments

Low Taxes- I voted to reduce the tax base in Flowery Branch.  I believe that people choose the best way to spend money, not the government.  By allowing people to choose where their money is spent, we can kick start our economy. 
Strong on Ethics- I voted to strengthen the code of ethics in Flowery Branch requiring full disclosure of business relationships. 
Sewer and Water Rates- I voted against raising the sewer and water rates based on the unfair and possibly illegal structure that existed at that time. 
 

Primary Tasks

When elected to Hall County Commission, I will work on the following important issues.
I will also work to improve transportation in South Hall County by looking at innovative ways to improve the Spout Springs Road corridor.