Bill > HB724

This bill amends the existing municipal charter for the City of Pembroke, Georgia to extend the terms of the mayor and city council members from their current duration to four-year terms. Specifically, the bill establishes that the next general election for mayor and five city council members will occur in November 2027, with those elected taking office in January 2028 and serving four-year terms. Future elections will continue to be held every four years on the first Tuesday in November, with elected officials taking office on the second Monday in January following the election. Importantly, the bill preserves the terms of currently elected officials, allowing them to complete their existing terms before the new four-year term system takes effect. This change gives city leaders a longer period to implement policies and provides more stability in local government leadership by reducing the frequency of elections.

Government Affairs

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71133