By MONROE ROARK
Staff Writer

Peachtree City Councilman Jim Pace has announced that he will not run for a second term this fall.

“I have enjoyed serving our city and will leave office confident that Peachtree City is in good hands,” Pace said in a written statement dated Saturday.

Pace praised the city's staff for its care and dedication to the city's day-to-day activities.

“Our city manager, Mr. [Jim] Basinger, and his staff spend your tax dollars wisely, keep us safe, keep our city clean and beautiful, and provide all of us with a multitude of recreational opportunities,” he said.

“I am constantly amazed by the large group of volunteers who donate their time and talent to serve on the many authorities and commissions,” he continued. “They are people who really make a difference and I am personally grateful to each of them for the work they do.”

Pace spoke of his “utmost respect” for Mayor Bob Lenox and the other members of the council. “They all serve for the same reason I chose to four years ago, a deep love of our city,” he said.

Pace closed his remarks by thanking the people who supported him in his election and encouraged him during his term in office.

Citizens interested in running for Pace's seat must qualify at City Hall the week of Sept. 13-17 for the Nov. 2 election, according to city clerk Nancy Faulkner. There is a $180 qualification fee.

Mayor Pro Tem Annie McMenamin's seat on the council will also be up for grabs this fall. She has not yet announced her intentions.

Although no one can qualify until September, the campaigning can start now, Faulkner says.

“People can announce their candidacy whenever they want,” said Faulkner.

“If they want to collect funds for their campaign, they have to register with the state.”

Forms for that, which must be sent to the Ethics Commission, are available at City Hall.

Faulkner has had several people contact her office for information about the qualifying process, and some general information is now on the city's Web site.