Chuck Williams Talks Shop about State House Race

Former North Georgia Bank President Charles "Chuck" Williams isn't letting his ties to the hold him back in his campaign to take s place as the man representing state House District 113.

BankSouth purchased North Georgia Bank's two locations after its business was by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in February. However, Williams said he doesn't believe the closure will be a blot on his record, as the bank did not fail due to any sort of mismanagement or malfeasance. 

"Community banks tend to reflect the underlying financial condition of their communities," said Williams, who maintains that the North Georgia Bank's closure is indicative of deeper economic problems plaguing the district.

The North Georgia Bank was not the only Georgia bank to suffer under the recession, joining the ranks of across the state that have closed their doors in the face of lean times. 

"I think what we went through with the bank was an unfortunate but significant education experience, if you will, in running a business in times of economic adversity," he said.

Though his Presidency of the North Georgia Bank has made the most news as of late, Williams has a resume that stretches much longer.

He has served as a member of the Oconee County Industrial Authority, the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Advisory Council and the Georgia Forestry Commission's Board of Directors, among others.

Williams said that all of these jobs were non-paying positions to which he was appointed. The for House District 113 marks the second time he has run for office.

"I'm not a political animal," he said. "I view politics as somewhat of a necessary evil to give the world a government."

However, Williams did say his laundry list of positions has afforded him a number of contacts in Atlanta. 

"I don't expect to go in as a freshman and be a game-changer, but I do expect and plan to go in and be relevant from day one," Williams said.

Educator and attorney are also vying for the seat.

will take place Monday through Wednesday of next week and the special election has been set for June 21.