In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch Theory welcomes special guest Spiro Cheriogotis, lifelong Alabamian, small business owner, outdoorsman, and candidate for mayor of Mobile.

Together, they explore the issues that matter most to local fishermen, hunters, and small business owners, diving into the challenges and opportunities facing the Mobile area.

Spiro shares his journey from family business to public service, offering candid insights into the realities of running for mayor and the importance of fiscal responsibility, public safety, and community engagement.

The conversation covers pressing topics like improving the city's permitting process, supporting local entrepreneurs with initiatives such as $0 business license fees for new small businesses, and the need for better customer service at every level of city government.

The episode also delves into Mobile's unique environmental challenges, including drainage and stormwater management, and the critical importance of preserving Mobile Bay and its delicate ecosystem.

Spiro discusses his vision for balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship, highlighting projects like Brookley by the Bay and the Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail as essential for both quality of life and economic development.

Listeners will hear practical ideas for revitalizing historic neighborhoods, increasing access to the waterfront, and ensuring city contracts benefit local companies. Spiro outlines his goals for his first year in office, from developing a comprehensive plan for dredge pools to expanding public transportation and making Mobile more accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Whether you're a Mobile local, a small business owner, or a passionate outdoorsman, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the future of the city and the people working to keep it moving forward. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and the power of working together to protect and grow what makes Mobile special.

SPONSORS

• The Coastal Connection

• Mobile Baykeeper

• Sea Tow

• Test Calibration

• Bucks island

• Dixie Supply and Baker Metal Works

• Admiral Shellfish

• Foster Contracting

• SouthEastern Pond Management

• CCA Alabama STAR Tournament

• Fishbites

• Salts Gone

• Realtime Navigator

• Return em Right

• Shoreline Plastics

• Saunders Yachtworks

• Pure Flats

• KillerDock

• BOW Blue Water Marine Service

• ADCNR

• The Obsession Outdoors

• Black Buffalo

• Stayput Anchor