Driven by Family, Truth, and Representation
Most who know me would say I am driven by three things: my work, my family, and an unwavering commitment to the truth. As your elected representative, that commitment translates into a demand for transparency and accountability in our local government. I believe our city government must be an honest steward of our infrastructure and our future. I have always listened to your concerns, and I will continue to ensure those concerns are echoed loudly at City Hall.
Our journey to Gallatin began in 2016. After years of visiting family in Hendersonville, Castalian Springs, and Nashville, my wife Michelle, our two cats, our horse, and I made the leap from California to Tennessee. We were drawn to Gallatin’s historic downtown square and the breathtaking, open farmland that defines this region. We fell in love with Historic Maple Cottage, built in 1850—one of the original homes in Sumner County—which gave us the space and peace we were looking for.
However, shortly after we arrived, we watched the landscape around us change with devastating speed. We saw hundreds of acres of meadows and fields bulldozed; we saw ancient trees piled up and burned. In their place rose thousands of apartments. We were stunned. The charm and character that drew us to this land were vanishing. In one instance, a field the size of our neighbors' single-home lots was approved for 45 houses. It felt as though the needs of the existing community were being ignored in favor of rapid, incompatible development.
That personal experience is what drove me to get involved. While we may not have been born here, we have made Gallatin our home, and we are here to stay. Since 2017, I have immersed myself in the mechanics of our city—reading every City Council and Planning Commission agenda and attending nearly every meeting and "Plan Gallatin" session. I have spent years engaging with the mayor, city staff, and my fellow council members to understand how to protect our city.
Having lived in Los Angeles, I have seen firsthand how "grey concrete" replaces green space and how unchecked growth leads to suffocating traffic and rising taxes. I see the same patterns emerging here, and I have spoken with many of you who share these fears.
I am deeply grateful for the trust you have placed in me to represent you on the City Council. I have seen the challenges we face, I have done the work to understand them, and I will continue to be YOUR voice.
Pascal Jouvence
Born and raised in France; my Mom was a 1st grade teacher and my Dad was an accountant. After graduating from college and receiving a Master of Arts in physical education, emphasis in equestrian, I enrolled in the army where I served 8 years. I lived in Africa for few years and then moved to the USA in 2000. I am proud to have become an American Citizen. I am an Airline Pilot. I ride my horse almost as well as I ride my Zero Turn.
Michelle Landry Jouvence
Born in Southern California. My parents are Christian Missionaries and I grew up in the USA, Canada and the Philippines. I attended college for Religious Education and Fashion Design. I have over twenty years experience as a small business owner. I started and managed two successful businesses, an apparel manufacturing company and a retail store. I love gardens, historic homes and vintage clothing.