Former NBA Center Greg Ostertag Elected Mayor of Mount Vernon, Texas
By
Anna Lazarus Caplan
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Former Utah Jazz center Greg Ostertag (7'2") was elected mayor of Mount Vernon, Texas (population ~2,500) on May 2, 2026. His height likely makes him the tallest elected official in the United States. Ostertag, who played 11 NBA seasons primarily with the Jazz, has lived in the area since retiring and previously served on the town council. He won with 67% of the vote and plans to focus on infrastructure, economic development, and maintaining the town's small-town character.
Key quotes
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I've lived here for 20 years. I know the people, I know the issues, and I want to make a difference.
Being tall has nothing to do with being a good mayor. It's about listening to people and working hard.
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