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Andre Dickens
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Andre Dickens is running for Atlanta Mayor.
Personal background
Andre Dickens is from Atlanta, Georgia. He has a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Georgia Tech, a master's degree in public administration from Georgia State University, and a doctoral degree from the Interdenominational Theological Center. He serves as a deacon at New Horizon Baptist Church. Andre has a daughter.
Professional background
Andre is board chairman for Passport Atlanta. He was previously chief development officer at TechBridge, assistant director for OMED educational services at Georgia Institute of Technology, co-owner of City Living Home Furnishings, territory manager, sales engineer, and associate product manager at DSM Engineering Plastics, and a chemical engineer at College Co-op Amoco.
Political background
Andre is currently the mayor of Atlanta. He was elected in 2021 and began his first term in January 2022. Before becoming mayor, he served as an at-large member of the Atlanta City Council from 2013 to 2021.
Economy
Proposed legislation to establish the Department of Labor and Employee Services, which oversees the city's labor initiatives, youth employment services, and the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Institute.
Partnered with Acuity Brands to establish a $1.8 million endowment for Atlanta Technical College’s Center for Workforce Innovation, supporting programs that equip residents with skills in high-demand sectors.
As mayor, helped secure nearly $3 million from America’s Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI) to improve food access in underserved communities.
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Public Services
Revived Atlanta's public-access television, supporting diverse media voices with new technology and city-owned spaces.
Supports the City of Atlanta's ARTSCooL Program, which helps develop young artists by providing access to materials, instruction, and exhibition opportunities.
As mayor, signed the Inclusive Language and Actions Administrative Order, which aims to foster understanding and respect among all residents by providing definitions and best practices for discussing race, gender, disability, and immigration.
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Housing & Urban Development
Expanded the Legacy Resident Retention Program to prevent displacement of long-standing residents due to rising property taxes.
As mayor, proposed expanding affordable housing in high-growth areas like Midtown and the Atlanta BeltLine by incentivizing developers with increased density for including affordable units.
Supports increasing investments in affordable housing initiatives and supportive services to reduce homelessness.
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Public Safety
Plans to address crime by targeting gangs, drugs, illegal guns, and repeat offenders.
As mayor, funded the hiring of additional police officers and firefighters, upgraded equipment, and expanded resources for specialized units.
Supports investment in community-based violence prevention initiatives.
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Transportation & Infrastructure
As mayor, announced plans for four new stations on the MARTA rail network to improve accessibility and connectivity.
Supported the development of MARTA's first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line, the MARTA Rapid A-Line, which will connect downtown Atlanta, Summerhill, and the Atlanta Beltline using new electric buses.
Supports the development of PATH400, a 5.2-mile greenway trail that connects Buckhead to the broader trail network, enhancing pedestrian and cyclist access.
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Energy & the Environment
Plans to achieve 100% clean energy by 2035 by establishing innovative funding mechanisms, allowing solar purchasing programs for residents, and advocating for more clean energy production from Georgia Power.
Supports investing in solar energy to reduce Atlanta's reliance on fossil fuels.
Launched the Youth Climate Action Fund, which provides microgrants for residents aged 15 to 24 to fund climate change solutions.
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