Local
Local Elected Officials List
While the Chamber is constantly advocating on behalf of our members, we encourage the community to communicate with their delegates.
Download the contact list for:
- Douglasville City Council Members
- Douglas County Commissioners
- Douglas County School Board members
Local Advocacy
The following initiatives were recently supported by the Chamber:
- Tax Allocation District
- A Tax Allocation District (TAD) is a tool for redevelopment in a specific area. The General Assembly passes a local act authorizing the city or county to utilize tax allocation and redevelopment powers under the ‘Redevelopment Powers Law.’ The TAD vote passed on November 6, 2018.
- Sunday Brunch Bill
- The Senate Bill 17 grant authority for Douglas County/Douglasville to be authorized to permit and regulate Sunday sales of distilled spirits or alcoholic beverages for beverage purposes by the drink from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The bill passed during the general election on November 6, 2018.
Strategic Leadership Visits
In 2016, 40 local representatives from various levels of community leadership and involvement spent two days learning about how Franklin in Williamson County, Tennessee, has become a top rated, award winning community and returned home with fresh ideas on how we can improve our own community.
Our Focus in Franklin
- Economic Development and Public Private Partnership
- Downtown Revitalization and Development
- Education
- Tourism and Main Street Initiatives
Our local representatives met with City and County Mayors, School Superintendent, City Planners, Cultural Foundation, Chamber, Economic Development and CVB leaders as well as private business owners including new downtown hotel investors, restaurant owners and the Director of the public/private Marriott Conference Center. They also immersed themselves in the community by visiting local eateries, touring facilities, and getting an overall vibe for what makes Franklin a stand out in the nation in regards to TRUE community collaboration.