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Bartow County Election Results - Coosa Valley News

Elbert "Chuck" Wise Jr. is the current mayor of Kingston. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term.

Opposed the proposed property tax increase.

- Opposed the proposed property tax increase.

Economy

As of September 3, 2025, Elbert "Chuck" Wise Jr did not have a website or any information online.

Public Services

Housing & Urban Development

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

Elbert "Chuck" Wise Jr

As mayor, plans to ensure the city provides essential services such as police and water.

Opposed the property tax increase proposed by the county.

Believes Kingston was unfairly excluded from tax revenue negotiations due to lack of notice.

Walter Ley

Buket Urgen

Michael Mcfarland

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- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor runs the city day to day and prepares the budget each year, meaning that they propose how much funding goes to each city department, including the police department, city parks, transportation, and the fire department. 
- The mayor also hires the Police Chief, Fire Chief, and city department heads, such as City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation. 
- Most Georgia mayors are elected in odd years to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. 