Resource Documents and Important Links

The elected officials of the City make decisions based on many various City and State regulations, ordinances, and policies. It is very important to be familiar with all local and state laws regarding holding public office. Below are listed some important resources for those considering running for office as well as elected officials already serving.

Code of Ordinances: City of Monroe, GA City Charter and local laws

The Constitution of the State of Georgia "To perpetuate the principles of free government, ensure justice to all, preserve peace, promote the interest and happiness of the citizen and of the family, and transmit to posterity the enjoyment of liberty." http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution.htm 

State of Georgia: Election Code Guidance for conducting elections, required actions for candidates http://www.lexisnexis.com/hottopics/gacode/default.asp 

Rules and Regulations of the State Election Board Searchable by categories http://rules.sos.state.ga.us/cgi-bin/search.cgi?d=1&query=183 

Georgia Government Transparency Campaign Finance Commission (Formerly Ethics Commission) Reporting requirements. http://ethics.ga.gov/ 

GGTCFC Training Workshops Educational Outreach Program for Candidates http://media.ethics.ga.gov/training/trainingSCHD.aspx 

GGTCFC Application for PIN - Electronic filing (required of all candidates whether elected or not). http://media.ethics.ga.gov/Commission/2011Forms/4/CCDRFDPIN-Candidate201...