2024 Georgia General Elections

2024 Georgia General Election Runoff

As of October 7, 2024, Andy Yeoman’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Andy currently works in information technology and information security. He is also an adjunct professor.

Andy Yeoman currently serves as a City Council Member in Doraville, Georgia. He was first elected in 2019 and re-elected in 2023 to represent District 1. Yeoman previously served as Chairman of the City of Doraville Planning Commission, appointed in 2017. He was also appointed Director for the Downtown Doraville Development Authority in 2020. He ran for the Democratic nomination for county commissioner in 2024, but lost.

As of October 3, 2024, Andy Yeoman’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Energy & the Environment

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Wants to redevelop 10 acres of city-owned land across from the Doraville MARTA station to spur downtown and Buford Highway corridor development.

Co-sponsored a referendum that lowered the millage rate from 9 to 6.5 for homeowners, plus a $10,000 exemption.

- Wants to redevelop 10 acres of city-owned land across from the Doraville MARTA station to spur downtown and Buford Highway corridor development.
- Co-sponsored a referendum that lowered the millage rate from 9 to 6.5 for homeowners, plus a $10,000 exemption.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports decriminalizing less than an ounce of marijuana.

- Supports decriminalizing less than an ounce of marijuana.

Public Safety

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Advocates for prioritizing the welfare of animals under the care of DeKalb Animal Services.

- Advocates for prioritizing the welfare of animals under the care of DeKalb Animal Services.

Public Services

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

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Andy Yeoman

Andy Yeoman is a senior leader in Information Technology and Security and serves as an adjunct professor teaching "Public Administration and the Political Process." He has previously held roles as a City Council member, Economic Development Board Director, and Planning Commission Chairperson in Doraville.

Andy Yeoman's campaign for mayor of Doraville is his first run for public office.

Believes in accurate scientific understanding of Earth's rotation, saying, "it takes the Earth about 365.24219 rotations to rotate around the Earth vernal equinox to vernal equinox."

Believes in planting a new tree when a tree dies in front of city hall.

As a city council member, authored a complete rewrite of the City Homestead Exemption to address housing affordability.

Supports mixed-use development along Buford Highway, saying it "enables the type of walkable, mixed-use development that our residents have told me they want to see in Doraville."

Supports mixed-use development projects that include residential units, commercial space, and amenities.

Believes in setting high standards for housing and urban development.

Believes attracting major tenants like Sherwin-Williams to Georgia is crucial for economic development.

Supports the development of multi-family housing with retail and amenities to address housing needs.

Believes in enhancing public safety through community engagement and effective law enforcement.

Advocated for discounted housing for local police officers.

Believes in "strong social justice reforms" to address public safety issues.

Believes in enhancing public safety by replacing the City Judge and Solicitor.

As mayor, supported the Doraville Court system's decision to eliminate cash bonds for some offenses and issue a standing order on others so arrested individuals were not detained unnecessarily.

Supports closing municipal jails to allow local police to focus on community safety.

Supports innovative public services, citing the successful partnership with Trees Atlanta to use goats for controlling kudzu in Autumn Park, and hopes to apply similar strategies to other city parks in the future.

Believes the city must embrace "diversity in mixed-incomes" to fulfill its mission of "Diversity, Vitality, and Community."

Believes in actively managing public projects to avoid losing funding, as demonstrated by directing city staff to resume work on a grant-funded project after a period of inactivity.

Believes in evaluating the benefits of city incentives, such as tax breaks for developers, to ensure they serve the public interest and contribute to community development.

Supports the continuation of public services.

Promises to "get back to the basics" of providing "effective and efficient service" to residents.

Supports the construction of the Aspen Woods Ct – Aspen Woods Entry to NW End road.

Supports the development of New Peachtree Road's streetscape.

Supports the development of new infrastructure projects to improve transportation systems.

Believes in developing market-rate housing projects without relying on Housing and Urban Development (HUD) tax credits.

Supports the 2017 voter-approved penny sales tax for capital improvements and infrastructure.

Supports the transportation special purpose local option sales tax (TSPLOST), which funds transportation projects and infrastructure improvements.

Supports investing in paving to maintain city infrastructure.

Believes in allocating funds for transportation infrastructure, noting a decrease in spending from $289,000 in 2017 to $0 in 2019.

Believes in relocating the teacher’s parking lot to the school site.

Believes in addressing issues that impact schools, such as school safety, education funding, and teacher pay.

Believes the district needs leadership that "listens, understands, and is accountable" to the community.

Worked as an Adjunct Professor teaching “Public Administration and the Political Process.”

Believes in the importance of higher education, as he was the first in his family to attend college and graduate school.

Supports the construction of new office/warehouse buildings on Flowers Rd.

Believes taxpayers should demand more accountability in school district spending and facility plans.

Billie serves as secretary of the Avery Park Homes Owners Association (HOA). 

Billie has experience working at HFC and Construction for Cox Communications nationwide. 

Billie Adams' campaign for member of the Doraville City Council in District 1 is her first run for public office. 

As of October 3, 2024, Billie Adams’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in balancing growth with preserving neighborhood character.

Believes in balancing growth with preserving the character of local neighborhoods. 

Plans to focus on "promoting sustainable development that benefits everyone."

- Believes in balancing growth with preserving the character of local neighborhoods. 
- Plans to focus on "promoting sustainable development that benefits everyone."

Believes city workers and first responders are essential for community safety and supports providing them with advanced technology, including cybersecurity initiatives.

Believes city workers and first responders are essential for the town, ensuring community safety and maintenance. 

Plans to focus on improving public safety. 

Supports providing city workers and first responders with advanced technology and tools, including cybersecurity initiatives, to ensure community safety and efficient service.

Supports providing city workers and first responders with high-quality technology, including cybersecurity initiatives and necessary resources for neighborhood protection. 

- Believes city workers and first responders are essential for the town, ensuring community safety and maintenance. 
- Plans to focus on improving public safety. 
- Supports providing city workers and first responders with high-quality technology, including cybersecurity initiatives and necessary resources for neighborhood protection. 

Supports promoting sustainable development.

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Billie Adams

Billie is from Texas. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Texas A&M University. She lives in Texas with her husband and their daughter.

Billie Adams has extensive experience in telecommunications, having worked in HFC and Construction for Cox Communications nationwide. She is also involved with industry organizations such as NAMIC Atlanta, TAG Georgia Chapter, and WICT Southeast.

Billie Adams currently serves as the mayor of Hattiesburg. She was elected in 2021 and is serving her first term.

Believes in creating lasting change for housing and urban development.

Believes in balancing development with community compliance.

Believes in being an "experienced leader committed to Doraville’s growth and development," and supports policies that foster community growth and enhance urban development.

Believes in fostering growth, ensuring safety, and building strong community ties.

Supports city workers and first responders. 

Believes in promoting community growth, enhancing public safety, and ensuring a prosperous future through their campaign.

Believes city government plays a vital role in fostering thriving communities.

Believes in "the power of community and the importance of thoughtful, forward-thinking leadership."

Serves as Secretary of the Avery Park Homeowners Association.

Supports fostering community growth while upholding local values.

Supports participation in industry organizations, including NAMIC Atlanta, TAG Georgia Chapter, and WICT Southeast (Women in Cable Telecommunications).

Believes in fostering community collaboration to enhance local growth and development.

Believes contributions to transportation and infrastructure are investments in the future of Doraville.

Believes in expanding infrastructure and improving connectivity.

Believes in balancing growth with community compliance, and supports infrastructure development that respects this equilibrium.

Taylor moved to Doraville in 2020. He has a bachelor's degree in physics from Georgia College and State University and a master's degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. He volunteers with the Atlanta Humane Society, Southern Cross Shephard Rescue, and Pawprint Pack. He lives with his wife and 2 rescue dogs.

Taylor Ray is a senior engineer in the solar industry and serves as secretary on the City Planning Commission in Doraville.

Taylor Ray's campaign for Doraville City Council District 1 is his first run for public office. 

Believes in designing and building with a forward-thinking mindset that considers alternative renewable energy sources.

Advocates for incorporating renewable energy sources in city development.

- Advocates for incorporating renewable energy sources in city development.

Believes cities should move away from "car-centric city design" to create more sustainable urban environments.

Supports transitioning away from car-centric city design.

- Supports transitioning away from car-centric city design.

As of October 3, 2024, Taylor Ray’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Supports adding sidewalks, bike lanes, and features compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to improve transportation options, public health, and the environment.

Supports adding sidewalks, bike lanes, and features compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to improve transportation options.

- Supports adding sidewalks, bike lanes, and features compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to improve transportation options.

Taylor Ray

Taylor Ray is a senior engineer in the solar industry and has served on the City Planning Commission in Doraville.

Taylor Ray currently serves as the mayor of Westfield. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term.

Supports providing training and jobs for veterans in the solar industry.

Believes teamwork, listening, learning, and collaborating are essential for successful solar energy projects.

Believes in preserving Doraville's diversity and supporting long-term residents during downtown redevelopment.

Believes in promoting sustainability and strategic growth in housing and urban development.

Supports affordable housing options for all residents.

Believes in leveraging project engineering experience in solar and construction to advance Doraville's housing and urban development.

As a planning commissioner, voted on nearly 100 housing and urban development proposals.

Believes in comprehensive oversight of housing and urban development projects from conception to completion.

Believes there are still "too many loose animals running around our neighborhoods."

Believes city services and public spaces should be pedestrian-focused and accessible to everyone, regardless of automobile affordability.

Believes in supporting public services that enhance community well-being and quality of life.

Said, "I am running for Doraville City Council. Thank you for taking the time to visit my campaign website."

Believes in community involvement through volunteering.

Plans to collaborate with existing programs to enhance animal welfare and find homes for pets.

Believes growth can lead to negative externalities.

Supports the Georgia Institute of Technology.

Believes in supporting higher education institutions like Georgia College and State University.

- 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. 

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Doraville City Council Member, District 1

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