Mayor

State of the Community Address - May 4, 2023

Mayor
The mayor is elected countywide for four-year terms for a maximum of two consecutive terms to serve as the head of the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government and the chair of the Commission.

The mayor’s duties include setting the agenda for Commission meetings; recommending candidates for the Athens-Clarke County positions of manager, attorney, Municipal Court judge, and internal auditor; and presenting the budget.


  1. How do I get an official proclamation issued for an event or a group?
  2. Is the mayor a full-time position?
  3. What does the mayor get paid?
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