Mayoral Leadership in Our City’s History
Since its founding, the City of Kingsland has been shaped by the vision, dedication, and leadership of its mayors. Each administration reflects a chapter in our community’s growth—from the early establishment of civic institutions to the development and progress that define Kingsland today. The mayors listed below represent more than a century of public service and a legacy of stewardship that continues to guide our city into the future.
Mayors of Kingsland
W.H. King Sr. — 1908–1913
Emmett McElreath — 1913–1927
Ralph Powell — 1927–1931
Homer Edenfield — 1931–1947
Elmo Peeples — 1948–1950
J. Nolan Wells — 1950–1952 and 1955–1963
C. Lamar Perdue Jr. — 1952–1954
Robert Edenfield — 1963–1981
Sammy Dixon — 1982
Fred Sutton — 1982–1985
S. Keith Dixon — 1986–2002
Kenneth Smith — 2002–2018
Dr. C. Grayson Day Jr. — 2019–Present