Factsheets
The factsheets are a great tool to learn more about each position that is up for election. The role's requirements and understanding the power they wield as an effort to decide who you'd like to consider extending your vote.
The backside of each position factsheet is a dashboard for the City of Atlanta government, including the budget, population and demographics, and taxes.
When considering the position of Mayor, the person elected into the role will serve as the Chief Executive Officer for the next four years. They will oversee and manage laws and ordinances. With the power to veto any policy passed by City Council and create Executive Orders, the position of Mayor holds considerable power. Within the next four years, Atlanta is set to upgrade the NPU System, determine the use of public land and buildings, manage development, design economic opportunities, and address systemic inequalities, which are just a few of the issues. CCI joined with Blue in Green Consulting, Community Movement Builders, and The Ke'nekt to identify critical areas of concern as determined by the three communities they live and work in. These neighborhoods include Ashview Heights, Pittsburgh, and Westview.
The main concerns raised by our partners are the following:
housing prices & stability
over policing & police brutality
safety-speeding, community resources (trash cans, bus shelters)
limited business & retail options
What information is contained in the factsheets?
The factsheets inform neighbors about the elected positions that govern the City, including jobs for Mayor, City Council President, City Council, City Council At-large, and School Board. Each factsheet will provide information about the role, what powers they hold, any term limitations, and any mandates or responsibilities required to fulfill. There is a description of the qualifications needed to run for office. And in the case of the Mayor and City Council President, what appointments they have the power to make and what committees they chair in the case of the Council. Salary made by each role is listed.