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Residents of Jasper, Nelson, and Talking Rock, Georgia, will soon have the opportunity to elect local leaders in the upcoming 2025 General Municipal Elections.

The Pickens County Board of Elections & Registration has announced qualifying details for several key offices, each serving a four-year term beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2029.

CITY OF JASPER
Qualifying Fee: $90

Post 1 - City Councilmember
Incumbent: Dr. Folsom "Sonny" Proctor

Post 2 - City Councilmember
Incumbent: Anne Sneve


CITY OF NELSON
Qualifying Fee: $25

Mayor
Incumbent: Sylvia Green

City Councilmember - Seat 1
Incumbent: William Taylor

City Councilmember - Seat 2
Incumbent: James Queen


TOWN OF TALKING ROCK
Qualifying Fee: $2

Post 1 - Town Councilmember
Incumbent: Caleb Gay

Post 2 - Town Councilmember
Incumbent: Anthony Hawf

Post 4 - Town Councilmember
Incumbent: Darlene O'Connell

All positions will be elected at-large, meaning voters across each municipality may cast ballots for any candidate regardless of district. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with polls open from 7 am to 7 pm.

For more information on qualifying dates, procedures, or voter registration, residents are encouraged to contact the Pickens County Board of Elections & Registration at 706-253-8781 or visit www.pickensgaelections.com.