Who can run for City Council seats?

No person is eligible to serve unless that person has been a resident of the City for twelve months prior to the date of the election, continues to reside in the city during the member's period of service, and is registered and qualified to vote in municipal elections of the city. All candidates must be 21 years of age and a citizen of the United States.

Elected positions in the City of Newnan are non-partisan.

To qualify for a vacant city council position, please contact the City Clerk's office at 770-254-2358.

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1. How do I get to City Hall?
2. Who can run for City Council seats?
3. When are city elections?
4. Who do I contact to trim or clear shrubs blocking the sight at an intersection?
5. What do I do if I see someone dumping trash or a suspicious substance down a storm drain?
6. What should I do with my leaves and grass clippings?
7. How do I report a pothole?
8. Who do I contact if I see a traffic sign missing or knocked down?
9. Can I recycle?
10. How do I schedule a pick-up of junk?
11. Can I cut a tree on my own property?
12. Where can I find information about the city's sign ordinance?
13. Who is my council representative?
14. How do I get a Building Permit?
15. What is my property zoned?
16. How do I reserve the Wadsworth Auditorium?
17. How do I reserve a gazebo at a City Park?
18. How do I obtain a tent permit?
19. How do I apply for a special event permit?
20. How do I obtain an Occupational Tax Certificate to open a new business?
21. How do I submit an agenda item for the City Council meeting?
22. When and where are City Council Meetings held?