‘I’m not going to debate this,’ Councilmen clash with mayor as division in Lula continues - Gainesville Times

By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.

‘I’m not going to debate this,’ Councilmen clash with mayor as division in Lula continues

Lula Councilman Garnett Smith (far left) and Councilman Tony Cornett (far right) clash with Mayor Joe Thomas (center) at a work session Monday, Nov. 13. - photo by Brian Wellmeier

1115COUNCILclash2023 — Lula Councilman Garnett Smith (far left) and Councilman Tony Cornett (far right) clash with Mayor Joe Thomas (center) at a work session Monday, Nov. 13. - photo by Brian Wellmeier

Dissension between Lula City Council and Mayor Joe Thomas derailed a work session Monday as an earnest disagreement escalated into full-fledged conflict between the two sides.