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Troy Merrick, a dedicated and passionate community leader, officially announced his candidacy Wednesday for am At-Large seat on the Shelby County Council.
With a deep commitment to the betterment of Shelby County, Merrick, a Republican, will bring a fresh perspective to the upcoming election. He and his wife, Julie, will celebrate 20 years of marriage this year with their two sons.
Merrick (photo, left) has worked for nearly 19 years for the City of Shelbyville in the Code Enforcement office. Having served as a reserve officer for the Shelbyville Police Department for over 20 years, Merrick has demonstrated unwavering dedication to law enforcement.
In addition, Merrick currently serves as president of the Shelbyville Central Schools board, further highlighting his commitment to education and community development.
Merrick invites residents to join him on his transformative journey toward building a stronger, more vibrant Shelby County. Together, the community can create a future that benefits every member and ensures the continued prosperity of Shelby County.
For more information on Troy Merrick’s campaign, or to get involved, visit “Troy Merrick for County Council At-Large” on Facebook or email him at troy.merrick92@gmail.com.
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