In the last election, 3 out of 4 Sandy Springs voters were silent.
Let's make our voices heard.

In 2021, only 24% of active voters decided the future for all of us.
This November 4, your vote is your voice. Here is everything you need to know to #VoteTogether for Sandy Springs.

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Your 3-Step Plan to Vote

  • Step 1: Get Registered

    Check Your Registration Status

    Your voice can't be heard if you're not registered. Check your status, update your information or register for the first time. The deadline is Monday, October 6.

    Check My Registration Now

  • Step 2: Get Informed

    Learn About the Candidates

    Local elections impact our daily lives—from housing and parks to traffic and safety. Hear directly from the candidates who want to represent you by watching the official, non-partisan forums.

    Watch the Mayoral Candidate Forum

  • Step 3: Make Your Plan to Vote

    Cast Your Ballot

    Choose the option that works best for your schedule. Voting early is the easiest way to avoid lines and ensure your ballot is cast. Early Voting: October 14-31 | Election Day: November 4

    Find My Early Voting Location

Meet the Candidates on Your Ballot

This November, you will be voting for a Mayor, a City Councilmember for your district and two members of the Georgia Public Service Commission. Use the dropdown menus on the right to view the candidates for each office.

Understanding the Homestead Exemption on Your Ballot

In addition to candidates, your ballot will include a question about creating a new property tax exemption for senior homeowners. A homestead exemption is a tax break that reduces the property taxes someone pays on their primary residence.

The Impact on our Students

This proposed tax break is designed to help seniors on fixed incomes stay in their homes as property values rise.

HOWEVER, it's also important to understand the potential impact on public school funding.

According to reporting from the Atlanta Civic Circle, this exemption will reduce tax revenue for Fulton County Schools.

The school system has noted that it is already facing financial pressure and that a loss of revenue could impact its budget at a time when costs are increasing.

This presents a choice for voters between providing direct tax relief for seniors and maintaining the current level of funding for public schools.

A Vote “YES” means:

You approve creating a new tax exemption that would reduce Fulton County school district property taxes by 25% for homeowners aged 65 and older.

A Vote “NO” means:

You oppose creating this new tax exemption, and the property tax system will remain as it is and our schools and students will continue to receive the state funding they require.

Help Your Neighbors #VoteTogether

An informed community is an empowered community. Share this non-partisan voter guide with your friends, family and neighbors in Sandy Springs.

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