Chattanooga Mayor Wins, Council Races Head to Runoffs

Atlanta is gearing up for municipal elections this November, where voters will decide on the mayor's office and several City Council seats, with current Mayor Andre Dickens running for re-election against a limited pool of opponents. The qualifying period for candidates begins on August 19, and Dickens is expected to leverage his substantial campaign funds and public support to secure a second term. Meanwhile, in Chattanooga, Mayor Tim Kelly has won re-election, and three council incumbents were also re-elected, while two council races will head to runoffs on April 8. Voters in Chattanooga approved a charter change that allows city employees to reside outside Tennessee, reflecting a shift in local governance. In contrast, in Bermuda, concerns loom over the potential cancellation of municipal elections scheduled for May 2025, pending a judicial ruling that could affect the elected Corporations. Shadow Minister Michael Fahy is calling for clarity from the government regarding its plans for the elections amidst these uncertainties.