Karen Peters

Buket Urgen

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Karen Peters-Rivers ran for Tucker City Council, District 1, Post 1 in 2021 but did not win.

Wants to see economic growth in Tucker expand to include more local and cultural businesses.

Economy

Wants to improve community relations with law enforcement by hosting events focused on positive communications with law enforcement.

Supports the Non Discrimination Ordinance for Tucker, saying it will protect "our city’s patrons" from discrimination and hold violators accountable.

Supports the renovation at Fitzgerald Field as a staple in Tucker, saying it will be a "great asset" if done in an inclusive way.

Supports creating Infrastructure Advisement Boards to prioritize and investigate roads and drainage issues.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Supports community programs like neighborhood watch and block captains to enhance safety.

Wants more police presence in the community.

Public Safety

Supports a better partnership with DeKalb County by creating Infrastructure Advisement Boards to prioritize and investigate roads and drainage issues.

Wants to create more sidewalks in high-traffic areas.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of September 3, 2025, Karen Peters did not have a website or any information online.

Energy & the Environment

Roger W Orlando

- City council members work together with the rest of city council to set and implement city policy. 
- City council is tasked with ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents of the city 
- City council members work with the mayor to govern city departments, such as the police department, fire department, transportation department, and parks and recreation department. 
- City council members represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Most city council members in Georgia are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 