Branson Ward I Alderman Dr. Alex Williams has announced his intent to run for mayor of Branson in the 2027 municipal election.
In a press release submitted to MoArk News Now, Williams shared his campaign will center on four principles that have shaped his service as a Branson alderman, including service, stewardship, transparency and hospitality.
“Branson is at a defining moment,” Williams said in the release. “The decisions we make today will shape this community for a generation. We need a clear vision, disciplined leadership and the courage to make decisions based on what is best for Branson’s long-term future.”
Williams was elected and sworn into his position as alderman in April of this year. He ran unopposed to fill the seat vacated by former Ward 1 Alderman Marshall Howden.
Williams shared part of his philosophy is to “Get to Yes-Responsibly,” and to do so he believes Branson should establish a clear vision for the next 10, 20 and 30 years instead of making major decisions on one project at a time.
“City hall should protect the taxpayer, uphold high standards and then work relentlessly to find solutions,” Williams said in the release. “Branson should be the best place in Missouri to build a business, raise a family, invest and visit.”
As a part of his campaign, Williams shared his philosophy also includes planning first, setting priorities, protecting taxpayers and building for the future.
“Branson isn’t an ordinary city,” Williams said in the release. “Faith, family, patriotism, entrepreneurship, and hospitality helped build this community. Growth should strengthen those values—not replace them.”
Additionally, Williams explained his campaign will not be focused solely on his candidacy.
“No single person builds a great city,” Williams said in the release. “It takes residents, businesses, educators, first responders, tourism leaders and public servants pulling in the same direction.”
Williams is the CEO and Founder of Getting Floor’D and was previously employed at College of the Ozarks as an Instructor of Patriotic Education. He is also a combat veteran and former Captain in the Missouri Army National Guard as a UH-60A/L Blackhawk (MEDEVAC) Helicopter pilot, as a Medical Service Corps Officer.
Candidate filing for the April 2027 Municipal Election opens on Tuesday, Dec. 15. Larry Milton, who has served as mayor of Branson since 2021, has yet to formally announce whether he intends to run for re-election in April.
