All nine Hinesville City Council candidates in contested races were given a couple of minutes to introduce themselves and state their platforms during the Liberty County Joint Political Forum on Monday evening at the Performing Arts Center. District 4 Councilman Keith Jenkins is running unopposed. Here are summaries of each council candidate’s statement: District 1 Diana F. Reid: It is her desire to give back to the community in which she lives, and being a city councilwoman would give her that opportunity.