Meet the Conyers City Council

Connie Alsobrook

Connie Alsobrook was elected to the Conyers City Council in 2019. She represents District 2, Post 2.

What issues are most important to you in serving on the City Council?

1. Community Education
2. Small Business Development
3. Public Safety

Personal Profile:

Two daughters, one grandson and a cat named Muffin
Profession: Entrepreneur
City resident: 19 years

Education:

Graduated from Gwinnett College of Business in 1998

Professional/Community Involvement:

Adult Mental Health First Aider (MHFA)
Certified Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Rockdale County SPLOST Committee 2010 - 2017
Rockdale Citizen Police Academy 2012
Rockdale/Conyers 2020 Census Complete Count Committee, Chair of the Healthy Youth Subcommittee

What's something surprising/unusual most people don't know about you?

She loves country music. 

Hobbies/Interests:

Reading, traveling and eating different foods. 

Charlie Bryant

Charlie Bryant was elected to the Conyers City Council in 2021. He represents District 2, Post 1.

What issues are most important to you in serving on the City Council?

1. Maintain the low crime rate in the city.
2. Develop live/work/play opportunities and high-quality residential growth.
3. Improve and/or create sidewalks and pedestrian walkways in areas where there is heavy to moderate foot traffic but no existing sidewalks or walkways.
4. Insure maximum usage of tax dollars to benefit all residents.

Personal Profile:

Married to Bonny P. Bryant, five children and 12 grandchildren 
Born in Columbus, Georgia and raised in Monroe, Georgia. Moved to Rockdale County in 1977 and have lived in the city since 1984.
Profession: Retired after 34 years of teaching and coaching in Rockdale County Public Schools
City resident: 38 years

Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Health, Physical Education and Recreation from Georgia College and State University
Masters of Arts from the University of South Carolina
DOE Certification from the University of Georgia for Driver's Education

Professional/Community Involvement:

Member of Conyers First United Methodist Church
Serves on Board of Directors for New-Roc Fellowship of Christian Athletes, 2018-Present
Served on City of Conyers Vote Review Panel, 2018-2020

What's something surprising/unusual most people don't know about you?

I was born six weeks premature and was dressed in doll clothes.

Hobbies/Interests:

Being around grandchildren, reading fiction, sports spectating, golf and yard work.  

Eric Fears

Eric Fears was elected to the Conyers City Council in 2021. He serves the citizens of District 1.  

What issues are most important to you in serving on the City Council?

I am committed to bringing more opportunities from advancement and sustainability for current citizens. I look to incorporate technology to assist the government in serving the community more effectively.

Personal Profile:

Married to Venus Fears, two children
Profession: Global Business Consultant/Social Impact Strategist 
City resident for 40 years

Education:

Graduate of Rockdale County High School
Bachelor of Science in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology

Professional/Community Involvement:

Andrew Young Foundation
Hatponics Global Feeding Initiative

What's something surprising/unusual most people don't know about you?

I've traveled to 15 different countries and love to eat their local food and drink the local beer. I also collect soccer jerseys when I travel.

Hobbies/Interests:

Reading up on the latest technology, creating opportunities for small and medium-size businesses, traveling the world and having fun. 

Gerald A. Hinesley, Sr.

Gerald Hinesley was elected to the Conyers City Council in 2002. He serves the citizens of District 3.  

What issues are most important to you in serving on the City Council?

1. Public Safety - Alleviate crime and keep residents safe.
2. Improved Infrastructure - Roads, sidewalks, etc. for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.
3. Manage Budget - Maintain a strong financial position by being good stewards of tax dollars through fiscal discipline.
4. Technology - Leverage technology to be more effective and efficient in the services we deliver.

Personal Profile:

Married to Pam Hinesley
Children: Drew and Katy
Grandchildren: JJ, Averi, Harper, Gracen and Tripp
Profession: Chief Financial Officer - Associated Paper, Inc.
City resident since 1999 (lived in Rockdale County since 1984)

Education:

BBA in Accounting, University of Georgia

Professional/Community Involvement:

Deacon, Rockdale Community Church
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
Member, Georgia Society of CPAs
Member, American Institute of CPAs

What's something surprising/unusual most people don't know about you?

Pam and I were badminton line judges during the 1996 Olympics.

Hobbies/Interests:

Spending time with family, especially the grandchildren, golf and exercise.

Valyncia Smith

Valyncia Smith was elected to the Conyers City Council in 2019. She represents District 4.

What issues are most important to you in serving on the City Council?

1. Public Safety
2. Economic Development
3. Youth Programs

Personal Profile:

Daughter, Chloe Smith
Profession: Paraprofessional at Rockdale County High School, Intern for Real Women Atlanta Magazine

Education:

Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts degree in African American Studies, Georgia State University

Professional/Community Involvement:

Director of Outreach, Effective Life Church of Atlanta
Member of the Golden Key Society
CFO, The Hero Foundation, Inc.

What's something surprising/unusual most people don't know about you?

She plays the violin and was once mentored by the great jazz violinist Jerald Daemyon. 

Hobbies/Interests:

Mentoring teenagers, traveling and spending time with family and friends.