2024 Georgia General Elections

2024 GA Primary Election

2024 GA Primary Election Runoff

LeAnne is married to Stanley and resides in River Cove. They moved to Newton County and have two adult children, as well as two grandchildren.

LeAnne has worked in real estate since 1988 and has been a small business owner since 2006.

LeAnne Long has experience serving on the Board of Commissioners in Newton County for over 15 years.

Candidate website

The candidate's website says, "Newton County Board of Commissioners 1998 /Projects Completed: Courthouse, New Jail, Expansion at City Pond, Improvements at Turner Lake, and the Main Library."

While working with the board of commissioners, completed various projects such as creating a new jail, an expansion at City Pond, and improvements at Turner Lake.

Said, "I have been actively involved in the community... serving on the Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization for more than 15 years... I am also an active volunteer for Project Renewal and various other events aimed at improving our community... Currently, I serve as the President of the River Cove Civic Association Homeowners and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to represent you as the New District 5 County Commissioner."

Volunteers for Project Renewal and various other events aimed at community improvement.

Plans to "work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth."

Serves as the current president of the River Cove Civic Association Homeowners.

- While working with the board of commissioners, completed various projects such as creating a new jail, an expansion at City Pond, and improvements at Turner Lake.
- Volunteers for Project Renewal and various other events aimed at community improvement.
- Plans to "work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth."
- Serves as the current president of the River Cove Civic Association Homeowners.

Public Services

Supports accountable governance, financial transparency, and responsible decision-making to ensure efficient use of funds and a secure future for the community, advocating for the election of representatives who prioritize fiscal responsibility.

- Supports accountable governance, financial transparency, and responsible decision-making to ensure efficient use of funds and a secure future for the community, advocating for the election of representatives who prioritize fiscal responsibility.

Economy

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Said, "I look forward to being a direct line of communication for you (teachers) and working in tandem with the Board of Education to make a postive impact on Newton County."

- Said, "I look forward to being a direct line of communication for you (teachers) and working in tandem with the Board of Education to make a postive impact on Newton County."

Education

As of March 23, 2024, Leanne Long’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

Said, "With over 25 years of experience in real estate... I deeply understand our community's issues, from infrastructure to land use planning and high-density zoning... I have successfully defeated complex zoning decisions in District 5... With my experience in real estate, I possess a profound understanding of our community's challenges, enabling me to pledge as a steadfast advocate for policies that manage growth while prioritizing conservation and community input. I understand what type of housing is needed in the area... Over the years, I have remained an unwavering advocate for responsible land use policies, tirelessly combating inappropriate development projects and high-density zoning proposals..."

Advocates for responsible land use policies and opposes inappropriate development projects and high-density zoning proposals.

Plans to protect Newton County's character and integrity through sustainable growth, advocates for inclusive policy-making, financial transparency, and opposes undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups in District 5's development decisions.

Said, "I will work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth and future development... Together, we will build a brighter future for Newton County District 5."

- Advocates for responsible land use policies and opposes inappropriate development projects and high-density zoning proposals.
- Plans to protect Newton County's character and integrity through sustainable growth, advocates for inclusive policy-making, financial transparency, and opposes undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups in District 5's development decisions.
- Said, "I will work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth and future development... Together, we will build a brighter future for Newton County District 5."

Housing & Urban Development

The Citizens: LeAnne Long Says 'Unchecked Growth'

Said, "Excessive growth and high-density zonings pose significant risks to the community, including overburdened infrastructure, environmental degradation, and the dilution of community identity."

- Said, "Excessive growth and high-density zonings pose significant risks to the community, including overburdened infrastructure, environmental degradation, and the dilution of community identity."

Transportation & Infrastructure

Leanne Long

LeAnne Long has been married to Stanley for 37 years and resides in River Cove, at the heart of District 5 in Newton County. They moved to Newton County in 1988 and have two adult children who are married, as well as two grandchildren aged 4 years and 4 months. Specific details about where she attended school or what church she attends were not provided.

LeAnne Long has had a fulfilling career in Real Estate since 1988 and has been a small business owner since 2006. She has also served on the Board of Commissioners in Newton County. Her husband, Stanley, retired from AT&T after 41 years of service.

LeAnne Long has experience serving on the Board of Commissioners in Newton County. She has undergone training with the Association of County Commissioners (ACCG). Specific details about the length of her tenure, appointments, or committees she may serve on, and past election runs are not provided in the background information.

- The candidate's website says, "Newton County Board of Commissioners 1998 /Projects Completed: Courthouse, New Jail, Expansion at City Pond, Improvements at Turner Lake, and the Main Library."
- Said, "I have been actively involved in the community... serving on the Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization for more than 15 years... I am also an active volunteer for Project Renewal and various other events aimed at improving our community... Currently, I serve as the President of the River Cove Civic Association Homeowners and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to represent you as the New District 5 County Commissioner."
- Website says she will "work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth."

- Supports accountable governance, financial transparency, and responsible decision-making to ensure efficient use of funds and a secure future for the community, advocating for the election of representatives who prioritize fiscal responsibility.
- The candidate's website says, "The previous Tax Assessors welcomed taxpayers to the office to discuss the values; and work with the homeowner on how the value was determined. Unfortunately, the current group does not."

- Said, "With over 25 years of experience in real estate... I deeply understand our community's issues, from infrastructure to land use planning and high-density zoning... I have successfully defeated complex zoning decisions in District 5... With my experience in real estate, I possess a profound understanding of our community's challenges, enabling me to pledge as a steadfast advocate for policies that manage growth while prioritizing conservation and community input. I understand what type of housing is needed in the area... Over the years, I have remained an unwavering advocate for responsible land use policies, tirelessly combating inappropriate development projects and high-density zoning proposals..."
- Plans to protect Newton County's character and integrity through sustainable growth, advocates for inclusive policy-making, financial transparency, and opposes undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups in District 5's development decisions.
- Said, "I will work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth and future development... Together, we will build a brighter future for Newton County District 5."
- Said, "#1 thing to do is check your property card- See if all the information is correct. If not call the tax office. https://www.qpublic.net/ga/newton . If everything is correct move to step 2."

- Said "excessive growth and high-density zonings pose significant risks to the community, including overburdened infrastructure, environmental degradation, and the dilution of community identity."

- The candidate's website says, "Newton County Board of Commissioners 1998 /Projects Completed: Courthouse, New Jail, Expansion at City Pond, Improvements at Turner Lake, and the Main Library."
- Said, "I have been actively involved in the community... serving on the Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization for more than 15 years... I am also an active volunteer for Project Renewal and various other events aimed at improving our community... Currently, I serve as the President of the River Cove Civic Association Homeowners and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to represent you as the New District 5 County Commissioner."

- Said, "Our daughter, Rhiannon Long Townley, and son, Colton Long, graduated from the Newton County school system and went on to attend prestigious colleges. Rhiannon graduated from the University of Georgia, and Colton graduated from Abraham Baldwin College in Tifton."

- Said, "With over 25 years of experience in real estate... I deeply understand our community's issues, from infrastructure to land use planning and high-density zoning... I have successfully defeated complex zoning decisions in District 5... With my experience in real estate, I possess a profound understanding of our community's challenges, enabling me to pledge as a steadfast advocate for policies that manage growth while prioritizing conservation and community input. I understand what type of housing is needed in the area... Over the years, I have remained an unwavering advocate for responsible land use policies, tirelessly combating inappropriate development projects and high-density zoning proposals..."
- Said, "I am deeply committed to preserving the character and integrity of Newton County while facilitating sustainable planned growth... I have a clear vision for inclusive policy-making decisions... Builders, Developers, and special interest groups seek to control seats on the Board of Commissioners in this primary election, including District 5, in efforts to change the landscape of Newton County."
- Plans to protect Newton County's character and integrity through sustainable growth, advocates for inclusive policy-making, financial transparency, and opposes undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups in District 5's development decisions.
- Plans to preserve Newton County's character, ensure sustainable growth, and maintain financial transparency in spending, while opposing undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups on the Board of Commissioners' decisions.
- Said, "I will work to preserve our rural landscape while promoting responsible growth and future development... Together, we will build a brighter future for Newton County District 5."
- The candidate's website says, "The previous Tax Assessors welcomed taxpayers to the office to discuss the values; and work with the homeowner on how the value was determined. Unfortunately, the current group does not."
- The candidate's website says, "For personal property, notices are sent when the value assigned by the board of tax assessors differs from the taxpayer’s returned value. Keep in mind all values are set on Jan 1 and determined by the previous year's sales data."
- The candidate's website says, "Next research the sales using the same methodology... True market value is Fair Market Value (FMV), which is the value of property as determined by the marketplace... Make sure you compare apples to apples..."
- The candidate's website says, "Remember the BOARD OF EQUALIZATION will hear appeals on Value, Uniformity, Taxability, and/or Denial of Exemption, Real, Personal, Mobile Home, Motor Vehicle,Timber, or Public Utility level of assessment."
- Said, "#1 thing to do is check your property card- See if all the information is correct. If not call the tax office. https://www.qpublic.net/ga/newton . If everything is correct move to step 2."

The candidate's website says, "For personal property, notices are sent when the value assigned by the board of tax assessors differs from the taxpayer’s returned value. Keep in mind all values are set on Jan 1 and determined by the previous year's sales data."

The candidate's website says, "The previous Tax Assessors welcomed taxpayers to the office to discuss the values; and work with the homeowner on how the value was determined. Unfortunately, the current group does not."

Said, "Our daughter, Rhiannon Long Townley, and son, Colton Long, graduated from the Newton County school system and went on to attend prestigious colleges. Rhiannon graduated from the University of Georgia, and Colton graduated from Abraham Baldwin College in Tifton."

Said, "I am deeply committed to preserving the character and integrity of Newton County while facilitating sustainable planned growth... I have a clear vision for inclusive policy-making decisions... Builders, Developers, and special interest groups seek to control seats on the Board of Commissioners in this primary election, including District 5, in efforts to change the landscape of Newton County."

Plans to preserve Newton County's character, ensure sustainable growth, and maintain financial transparency in spending, while opposing undue influence from builders, developers, and special interest groups on the Board of Commissioners' decisions.

The candidate's website says, "Next research the sales using the same methodology... True market value is Fair Market Value (FMV), which is the value of property as determined by the marketplace."

The candidate's website says, "Remember the BOARD OF EQUALIZATION will hear appeals on Value, Uniformity, Taxability, and/or Denial of Exemption, Real, Personal, Mobile Home, Motor Vehicle,Timber, or Public Utility level of assessment."

Said, "#1 thing to do is check your property card- See if all the information is correct. If not call the tax office. https://www.qpublic.net/ga/newton . If everything is correct move to step 2."

The Covington News

William has three children with his wife. 

William has over 12 years of experience with the Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority.

William Keith Ellis served as the chairman of the Newton County Board of Commissioners from 2012 to 2016. He also has over 12 years of experience with the Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority.

As of March 23, 2024, William Keith Ellis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Wants to return $25 million worth of tax dollars to citizens.

- Wants to return $25 million worth of tax dollars to citizens.

Wants to implement a Mental Health Co-Responder program.

- Wants to implement a Mental Health Co-Responder program.

Plans to repair $10 million worth of county roads.

- Plans to repair $10 million worth of county roads.

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William Keith Ellis

William Keith Ellis has three children with his wife. 

William Keith Ellis served as the Chairman of the Newton County Board of Commissioners from 2012 to 2016. He also has over 12 years of experience with the Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority.

William Keith Ellis served as the Chairman of the Newton County Board of Commissioners from 2012 to 2016. He also has over 12 years of experience with the Newton County Water and Sewerage Authority. His tenure in these roles indicates a background in local government and utility management.

As of May 3, 2024, William Keith Ellis’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Newton County Commissioner, District 5, Republican Primary

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