2023 Georgia Local Elections

2023 Georgia Local Elections Runoff

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Rome News Tribune, Meet the Candidate: Incumbent Rhonda James for Fort Oglethorpe Council, Ward 1

Rhonda earned a bachelor of science degree in accounting. She holds a master's degree in business administration, as well as a human resources specialist certificate.

Rhonda worked as the chief financial officer at Dalton Utilities for 20 years. She also worked as a controller at Chattem Chemicals for 20 years.

Fort Oglethorpe, GA

Rhonda L. James is currently a city council member. She was first elected in 2015 and has been in office for two terms.

- Supported the creation of the dog park.
- Wants to extend walking trails.

Natural Resources & the Environment

As of August 31, 2023, Rhonda L. James did not have a website or any information online.

Housing & Urban Development

Wants to restart the Citizens Police Academy.

- Wants to restart the Citizens Police Academy.

Public Safety

Public Services

Supported upgrading of city infrastructure to prepare for further growth.

- Supported upgrading of city infrastructure to prepare for further growth.

Transportation & Infrastructure

Rhonda L. James

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 

Passes laws and regulations for your city.

City Council Member, Ward 1

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