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GA HB901
Bill
Status
Passed
5/3/2018
Primary Sponsor
James Hatchett
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AI Summary
- Amends the charter of the City of Adrian (Emanuel and Johnson Counties, Georgia) to set four-year terms of office for the mayor, city council members, and mayor pro tempore, effective for terms beginning after January 1, 2019
- Establishes five council posts (Posts 1–5) elected at-large by all qualified voters citywide, with candidates designating their post at the time of qualifying
- Staggers council elections so that Posts 2 and 3 (along with the mayor) are elected at the municipal election preceding the 2019 term expiration, and Posts 1, 4, and 5 are elected preceding the 2020 term expiration
- Requires candidates for mayor or council to be at least 21 years old, a registered voter in City of Adrian municipal elections, and a city resident for at least one year prior to the election, with continued residency during service
- Newly elected officials take office at the first regular council meeting in January following their election and are elected by majority vote
Legislative Description
Adrian, City of; revise terms of office of mayor and city council members
Last Action
Effective Date
5/3/2018
Full Bill Text
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