2023 Georgia Local Elections

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David lives with his wife. He is Christian.

David is the owner of and a drafter at Hartwell Precast Drafting.

David Little was a Hartwell City Council member. He was first elected in 2001 and was in office for three terms, from 2002-2013. He ran for Harwell Mayor in 2013 but did not win.

As of August 30, 2023, David Little did not have a website or any information online.

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Said, "...growth is inevitable, but must only be allowed when it does not adversely affect our small town atmosphere."

Advocated for making Hartwell a tourist destination.

- Said, "...growth is inevitable, but must only be allowed when it does not adversely affect our small town atmosphere."
- Advocated for making Hartwell a tourist destination.
- Supported raising the hotel/motel tax.

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David Little

David lives with his wife. He is a Christian.

As of August 30, 2023, David Little did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

University of Georgia College of Family Consumer Sciences, Jermaine Durham

University of Georgia College of Family and Consumer Sciences, New GICH director focused on partnerships and outreach

Jermaine is originally from Hartwell. He has a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Georgia Southern University, a master's degree in urban studies and planning from Savannah State University, and a Ph.D. in planning, design, and the built environment from Clemson University.

Jermaine is an assistant professor of housing and community development at the University of Georgia's College of Family and Consumer Sciences. He used to work with the Housing Authority of Savannah, as a microbusiness coordinator at Savannah State University, and as a youth program manager at Goodwill of the Coastal Empire.

Jermaine Durham's campaign for city council is his first entry into politics.

As of August 30, 2023, Jermaine Durham did not have a website or any information online.

Advocates for greater neighborhood investment.

Supports affordable housing for working class families.

- Advocates for greater neighborhood investment.
- Supports affordable housing for working class families.

Supports increasing community engagement and organizing.

- Wants to protect historic neighborhoods
- Supports increasing community engagement and organizing.

Wants to focus on smart growth policies that preserve the character of the city.

- Wants to focus on smart growth policies that preserve the character of the city.

Jermaine Durham

As of August 30, 2023, Jermaine Durham did not have a website and did not complete our questionnaire.

Facebook, Zachary Adams

Facebook, Crossroads Baptist Church Hartwell Georgia

Zach is originally from Hartwell, and has lived there his entire life. He attended Hart County High School, and has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Emmanuel University. He lives with his wife, Emilee, and attends Crossroads Baptist Church.

Zach is a state social worker. He's also a volunteer fireman for Hartwell City.

Zach Adam’s campaign for city council is his first entry into politics.

As of August 30, 2023, Zach Adams did not have a website or any information online.

- Supports sustained growth for the city.
- Advocates for community preservation.

Zach Adams

Zach is originally from Hartwell. He has lived there his entire life. He has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Emmanuel University. He attended Hart County High School. He lives with his wife, Emilee. He attends Crossroads Baptist Church.

As of August 30, 2023, Zach Adams’s website did not contain information on this issue and Zach Adams did not complete our questionnaire.

- 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. 

Passes laws and regulations for your city.

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