City Charter
The Charter serves as the City's foundational governing document and functions as the constitution of the City of Sandy Springs.
The City Charter was established in 2005. In 2011, a Charter Commission was formed to review the Charter and make recommendations for amendments. All meetings were open to the public. View the Charter Commission Final Report (PDF).
City Charter
The official Charter of the City of Sandy Springs was established through Georgia House Bill 37 (HB 37/AP), as passed by the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate.
The Charter outlines the City's incorporation, governmental structure, powers, elected offices, administrative functions, boards and authorities, municipal court, financial administration, and other provisions governing municipal operations.
Georgia House Bill 37 (HB 37/AP)
As Passed by the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate
Sponsored by Representatives Wilkinson (52nd District), Willard (49th District), Geisinger (48th District), and Lindsey (54th District).
The complete Charter document is found in the Sandy Springs Code of Ordinances.
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