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Russell Wiseman Mayor
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| A native of Arlington, Mr. Wiseman is serving his second term as Mayor. He previously served one term as Alderman and Vice-Mayor before being elected Mayor in the 2003 Arlington municipal election and re-elected in 2007. Mayor Wiseman sees balanced growth, better management, and fiscal responsibility as keys to future success in Arlington. |
| Family: |
Adina (wife of 11 years); daughter Avery and son Hayes; Born and raised in Arlington, Mayor Wiseman enjoys having all of his and Adina's immediate family living in Arlington. |
| Career: |
Vice President and Commercial Lender at First Capital Bank in Germantown; Mayor Wiseman has been working in the banking industry since 1997. |
| Civic: |
Mayor, Town of Arlington, 2003 to present; Alderman & Vice-Mayor, 1999 to 2003; served on Industrial Development Board and Parks & Recreation Committee before being elected to first term as Alderman; member of the Association for Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities (APTA) and the Advisory Council for the Arlington Chamber of Commerce; member of the Depot Square Commission, Finance Committee, and Planning Commission |
| Religion: |
The Wisemans are active members of Sycamore View Church of Christ in Memphis. |
| Education: |
Bachelor of Science from University of Tennessee at Knoxville; 3rd generation graduate of Bolton High School; graduate of Arlington Elementary School |
| Hobbies: |
Jogging, spending time with family, late night movies with friends |
| Misc: |
"Arlington, despite our rapid growth, strives to keep our small town charm with a dedicated and purposeful effort. Most of our citizens, both old and new, share this common hope for the town." |