When was sandy springs incorporated

Prior to , residents relied upon a large, traditionally modeled county government for the provision of services, which residents felt did not adequately meet their needs. These challenges formed the basis for desiring a streamlined government physically closer to constituents and responsive to community desires. Sandy Springs initiated a non-traditional approach by operating as a Public Private Partnership PPP , with nearly half of City staff employed by a private company.

In July, Sandy Springs started its own member police department. The city and county also recently agreed to the sale of three fire stations from the county to the city. The county owed money on two of the fire stations, and Sandy Springs agreed to assume the debt.

The city is hiring its own fire personnel. Galambos said the city would have preferred to use private firefighters, but there is no company in the area that provides private fire services. Visitors Guide Digital Visitors Guide. Enewsletter Signup. City of Sandy Springs Website. Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber.

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In , the referendum was held, and on June 21, , the residents of Sandy Springs voted 94 percent for incorporation. The mayor and six council members were elected in November With a population of more than 85, citizens, on December 1, , Sandy Springs incorporated and became the seventh largest city in the State of Georgia.