Eligible Fulton County Voters are challenged to vote early and show off their “I’m A Georgia Voter” stickers as part of the #PostThePeach Challenge, for the Municipal General and Special Election. After casting their ballots, county voters are challenged to post photos of themselves wearing their state-issued “I am Georgia Voter” peach sticker and to challenge others to #PostThePeach on social media channels.  

Some Fulton County voters may prefer to vote absentee by mail. To request an absentee ballot, registered voters may fax or mail a written request or go online to request an absentee ballot application. Voters can vote absentee by mail for any reason. Citizens can retrieve an absentee ballot through Friday, October 30, 2015. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2015.

On September 16, the Board of Commissioners adopted changes to public comment that will take effect with the October 7 meeting. These new changes will maximize opportunities for public comment at Commission meetings. As of this week’s meeting, on Wednesday October 7, speakers can no longer yield or donate time to another participant. Speakers will be granted up to two minutes apiece.

During the Fulton County Board of Commissioners’ October 7 meeting, Commissioners are expected to address the issue of sexual exploitation when it votes on a resolution. The proposal would form a coalition between county government and stakeholders concerned about this public health and safety issue. The resolution is co- sponsored by John H. Eaves, Chairman of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners, and District 2 Commissioner Bob Ellis.

Residents encouraged to vote early; Saturday voting October 24^th

Fulton County’s early voting period for the November 3, 2015 General Municipal Election will begin at the Fulton County Government Center on Monday, October 12, 2015 and run through Friday, October 30, 2015. During the second week of early voting, five sites will be open with an opportunity for Saturday voting.

In an effort to be first in efficiency, service, and impact, Fulton County is asking for residents' feedback in a citizen survey that is part of its "Fulton County First in Three" strategic planning process.

Due to rain, the Fulton County Fire Rescue Department’s Community Day has been rescheduled from Saturday, October 3, 2015 to Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 11:00 AM. The new location for the event will be announced and shared with the media once confirmed

Fulton County District 6 Commissioner Emma I. Darnell heard from Cascade Corridor residents of South Fulton during a Thursday, September 24, 2015 Town Hall meeting at the Southwest Arts Center.   They echoed the concerns of residents during a meeting last week at the South Fulton Service Center.