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Arlene previously ran for Jonesboro Mayor in 2023 but did not win.

Hopes to bring businesses together to enhance the city.

- Hopes to bring businesses together to enhance the city.

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As of October 13, 2025, Arlene Charles did not have a website or any information online.

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Wants to see Main Street become a commercial center with shops and restaurants.

- Wants to see Main Street become a commercial center with shops and restaurants.

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Arlene Charles

Arlene's campaign for Jonesboro City Council Member is her first entry into politics. She previously ran for Jonesboro Mayor in 2023 but did not win.

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Bobby is currently a councilman for the City of Jonesboro. He was elected in 2022 and his term ends in 2025.

As of October 13, 2025, Bobby Lester did not have a website or any information online.

Bobby Lester

Cameron works in marketing and promotions.. He has also been a manager at QuikTrip.

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Cameron Dixon's previously ran for Jonesboro City Council Member in 2023, but did not win.

As of October 13, 2025, Cameron Dixon’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Advocates for the homeless community, ensuring they are treated with dignity and connected to resources.

Plans to advocate for the homeless community, ensuring they are treated with dignity and connected to resources.

- Plans to advocate for the homeless community, ensuring they are treated with dignity and connected to resources.

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Cameron Dixon

Cameron is a marketing and promotions professional. He has worked in this field since 2007, helping elevate local businesses, events, and causes through creativity, consistency, and connection. He previously worked as a manager at QuikTrip.

Cameron Dixon's campaign for Jonesboro City Council Member is his first entry into politics.

As of October 13, 2025, Cameron Dixon did not have a website or any information online.

Advocates for the homeless community, ensuring they are treated with dignity, connected to resources, and given pathways to stability.

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Chelsey is a Navy veteran and previously worked an educator at Morehouse College.

Chelsey currently sits on the Board of Ethics for the City of Jonesboro.

As of October 13, 2025, Chelsey Curney’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Said, "My mission is to revitalize our historic downtown, uplift local voices, and lead with transparency, integrity, and heart."

- Said, "My mission is to revitalize our historic downtown, uplift local voices, and lead with transparency, integrity, and heart."

Supports connecting veterans with city programs, mental health resources, job opportunities, and housing support.

Said, "I moved to Jonesboro and purchased a home four years ago, drawn by the...low crime rate."

- Supports connecting veterans with city programs, mental health resources, job opportunities, and housing support.
- Said, "I moved to Jonesboro and purchased a home four years ago, drawn by the...low crime rate."

Plans to prioritize "smart investments" to maintain and modernize city infrastructure, including roads, parks, and public spaces.

- Plans to prioritize "smart investments" to maintain and modernize city infrastructure, including roads, parks, and public spaces.

Plans to bring more sustainable solutions to the city, such as expanding green spaces, improving stormwater infrastructure, promoting tree planting, and exploring clean energy options for city operations.

- Plans to bring more sustainable solutions to the city, such as expanding green spaces, improving stormwater infrastructure, promoting tree planting, and exploring clean energy options for city operations.

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Chelsey Curney

Chelsey Curney earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Morehouse College and a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Florida. She lives in Jonesboro, Georgia.

Chelsey Curney's campaign for Jonesboro City Council Member is her first entry into politics. She currently sits on the Board of Ethics for the City of Jonesboro.

Supports exploring clean energy options for city operations.

Supports bringing more sustainable solutions to the city, including expanding green spaces, improving stormwater infrastructure, promoting tree planting, and exploring clean energy options for city operations.

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Councilwoman Patricia G. Sebo-Hand - Jonesboro, GA

Pat is a retired educator. She spent 20 years teaching in Clayton County Public Schools. Before that, she co-owned Photos by Sebo, a photography studio in Jonesboro.

Pat is a former member of the Jonesboro City Council. She was first elected to the council in 2010 and served for 13 years. She ran for mayor in 2023 but did not win.

As of October 13, 2025, Pat Sebo-Hand did not have a website or any information online.

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Believes continued growth through well-planned economic development is essential for Jonesboro's future and supports engaging all stakeholders in strategic planning.

- Believes continued growth through well-planned economic development is essential for Jonesboro's future and supports engaging all stakeholders in strategic planning.

Pat Sebo-Hand

Believes continued growth through well-planned economic development is essential for Jonesboro's future and supports engaging all stakeholders in creating a strategic vision for the city.

Plans to hold regular town hall meetings and use social media to ensure residents can voice their concerns and ideas.

Believes addressing infrastructure improvements, public safety, and community engagement are critical for Jonesboro's future.

Russell Smith is a Christian, husband, and father. 

Said, "Established businesses are the beating heart of communities. New businesses are the life blood of the same. We need to embrace and encourage both!"

Said, "Established businesses are the beating heart of communities. New businesses are the lifeblood of the same. We need to embrace and encourage both!"

- Said, "Established businesses are the beating heart of communities. New businesses are the lifeblood of the same. We need to embrace and encourage both!"

Said, "You need to know where your tax dollars are going. Right now, you do not know where your tax dollars are going. if I am elected, you will have the information that you deserve, and Georgia State Law demands..."

Said, "You need to know where your tax dollars are going. Right now, you do not know where your tax dollars are going. if I am elected, you will have the information that you deserve."

- Said, "You need to know where your tax dollars are going. Right now, you do not know where your tax dollars are going. if I am elected, you will have the information that you deserve."

Hopes to lower rent and mortgages and protect families from high taxes.

- Hopes to lower rent and mortgages and protect families from high taxes.

As of October 13, 2025, Russell Smith did not have a website or any information online.

Russell Smith

Santia earned a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University. She serves on the Jonesboro Downton Development Authority.

Santia Fox's campaign for Jonesboro City Council Member is her first entry into politics.

As of October 13, 2025, Santia Fox’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Santia Fox

Santia Fox is a dedicated community leader, and passionate advocate for progress who is running for City Council with a clear mission: to protect, enhance, and serve the City of Jonesboro with integrity and vision. Currently serving on the Downtown Development Authority, Santia brings hands-on experience in city planning and revitalization efforts, working to create a vibrant and inclusive future for all residents. Her professional background in real estate and design, combined with her deep roots in the community, gives her a unique understanding of both the challenges and opportunities facing Jonesboro. As a mother, Santia is deeply invested in building a safer, stronger, and more connected city—one where families thrive, businesses grow, and every voice is heard. Her leadership is grounded in action, fueled by compassion, and driven by a genuine love for the people and neighborhoods she serves. With a proven record of community involvement and a forward-thinking approach, Santia Fox is the leader Jonesboro needs to shape a brighter, more inclusive future.

As of October 13, 2025, Santia Fox did not have a website or any information online.

Supports the development of a green model city to enhance environmental protection and ensure safe living conditions.

- 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. 

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