To: Pineville Citizens

I have decided to resign my position as Councilman for District 4 and not run for a seventh term in the 2026 elections. This was a difficult decision, but one that will allow more time to spend with my family and grandchildren in the nearby State of Texas. My resignation is effective December 31, 2025.

Serving the City of Pineville has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I want to thank the citizens of District 4 for placing their trust in me since 2002. I have tried my best to serve you, and all Pineville residents, with openness and honesty and have always put the needs of our citizens ahead of my own.

I want to especially thank every Pineville employee for the work you accomplish each and every day…you are why Pineville is a great place to call home.

Thank you, former Mayor Clarence Fields, former Mayor Rich Dupree, current Mayor Joe Bishop and all Council members I have served alongside (Randy King, Nathan Martin, Carol Van Mol, Christy Frederic, Kevin Dorn, Joe Bishop, Mary Galloway and Randy James) for making this 24-year journey one I will remember fondly.

There are many decisions I am proud to have been a part of that helped make Pineville a better place to live and raise a family. We helped bring growth to Pineville by creating a welcoming environment for all businesses which saved and created many new jobs. New subdivisions were built and home ownership increased. We went through the difficult process of allowing restaurants to sell alcohol which eventually led to our citizens having a say in whether alcohol sales would be allowed inside the city limits. We have and continue to replace and repair infrastructure setting Pineville up for decades of more growth. And, the re-invention of the old Central State grounds will continue its positive impact on our community. All of these decisions helped to change the trajectory of the City’s sales tax revenue which continues to increase on a yearly basis. I am grateful that Pineville is financially sound.

I will keep all of you in my prayers and I ask for your prayers as my family and I begin a new journey.

May God continue to bless the City of Pineville,

Signed
Tom Bouchie
Pineville City Councilman, District 4