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Anthony "Tony" Powers
NONPARTISAN
Anthony "Tony" Powers is running for Decatur City Commissioner.
Political background
Tony Powers is currently Decatur City commissioner at-large. He was first elected in 2015.
Professional background
Tony is the co-owner of Intown Ace Hardware and is a member of the board of directors of the South Fork Conservancy. He was a founding member and used to be the chair of the Decatur Education Foundation, chair of the Housing Infill Task Force, and chair of the City Planning Commission.
Personal background
Tony is a Decatur native. He attended Decatur High School. He has a bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of Georgia. He and his wife, Leisa, live in the Great Lakes neighborhood and have two daughters.
Natural Resources & the Environment
- Said, "I support every effort we can make as a community to preserve our greenspace."
Housing & Urban Development
- Said, "We as a community have to provide a place where our seniors can age in place."
- Wanted to make sure the homes of seniors and low-income residents are protected.
- Believed the market would help dictate whether Decatur continued to develop apartments.
Public Safety
As of August 28, 2023, Anthony "Tony" Powers did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.
Public Services
- Said, "...we have to make sure Decatur remains affordable and welcoming to all of our residents."
- Wants the commission and school board have a productive working relationship.
Transportation & Infrastructure
As of August 28, 2023, Anthony "Tony" Powers did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.