City Council

The Sandy Springs City Council is a nonpartisan elected body. The Council sets policy for City operations, including approving the annual budget, adopting and amending City ordinances, and reviewing rezoning requests. Council members serve four-year terms, and City Council elections are held in the same year as the Mayor's election.

Council Members and Council Districts

The Sandy Springs City Council is composed of six council members elected in nonpartisan elections, with each member representing one of the City's six districts. Learn more about Council Members and Council Districts.

Mayor and Council Meetings

The Mayor and City Council meet at least twice a month, and meetings are open to the public. View information about Mayor and Council Meetings.

City Charter

The City Charter serves as the foundational set of rules for the City government.

City Code and Ordinances

The Sandy Springs City Code is the collection of laws adopted by the City. View the City Code and Ordinances.

Resolutions

Resolutions are formal statements of opinion, intent, or policy adopted by the City Council. View City Council Resolutions.

Election Information

Learn about Voting and Elections in Sandy Springs.

City Council Adopted Priorities

Review the City Council Adopted Priorities (PDF).

Certified City of Ethics

Since 2006, the City of Sandy Springs has been recognized as Certified City of Ethics by the Georgia Municipal Association. The City Council has adopted ethical principles and procedures that offer guidance on ethical issues, along with a mechanism to resolve complaints at the local level.

Five Ethics Principles:

Serve others, not ourselves
Use resources with efficiency and economy
Treat all people fairly
Use the power of our position for the well being of our constituents
Create an environment of honesty, openness and integrity

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