There will not be a special election this spring to fill the mayor’s seat in Stockbridge.
The legislation necessary to authorize a special election is moving through the Georgia General Assembly now and its passage is expected, but the qualifying dates for a May special election, which was the city’s goal, have passed.
The city can now consider whether to wait until an already-scheduled election, such as the July primary or November general election, or schedule an off-cycle election that has not been budgeted.
Tim Thompson resigned as mayor during a December meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Ford will remain acting mayor until a new mayor is elected or the council decided to appoint one.
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