Fort Smith Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Daniel Williams
Candidate for Mayor
Daniel Williams is running for mayor of Fort Smith in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Nataylia Deer, Shayne McKinney, Yvette C. Powers, Sara Harrison, Christina Catsavis and Lee Kemp.
Voter registration deadline · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayLeads Midland Heights Church in North Fort Smith and served in the Army National Guard.
- Campaign website
- danielwilliamsformayor.com
Where Daniel Williams stands: positions on the record
City workforce1 sourced position
Set a goal to reduce the city employee retention rate from 21% to 15% within two years.
“The goal is clear: reduce the current retention rate from 21% to 15% within two years, with a long-term goal of 10%.”
Own statementBallotpedia · Sep 10, 2026
Infrastructure planning1 sourced position
Proposes publishing a multi-year capital plan for roads, water and sewer with owners, milestones, costs and funding sources.
“Publish a multi-year capital plan with owners, milestones, costs, and confirmed funding sources.”
Own statementBallotpedia · Sep 10, 2026
Transparency1 sourced position
Said the mayor's office should be a tool for the people and that he would lead with transparency.
“The Mayor’s office shouldn't be a throne; it should be a tool for the people.”
Own statementDaniel Williams for Mayor
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