ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
November 21, 2022
Contact: Melisa Mims, Director

Department of Public Relations
(770) 278-7013

Rockdale County Board of Elections Voting Options for Upcoming Elections Weekend Voting Included

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – Rockdale County Board of Elections offers several ways for citizens to vote as conveniently as possible for the General Runoff Election occurring on December 6, 2022. All voters registered to vote by Monday, November 7, 2022 are eligible to vote in this election. Voters are encouraged to verify their Voter Registration by visiting: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/.

Mail Absentee Ballot Requests are being accepted now until Monday, November 28, 2022. Voters can make the request online or obtain the request form by visiting: https://securemyabsenteeballot.sos.ga.gov/s/. Submit the Mail Absentee Ballot request to: absentee@rockdalecountyga.gov.

Early In-Person voting will take place at 1115 West Avenue SW, EXCLUSIVELY. Election Day In-Person voting will take place at the voters assigned Polling Place. Some precincts have been relocated; voters are encouraged to verify their Election Day Polling location by visiting: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/.
A Sample Ballot can be found on the Board of Elections website: rockdalecountyga.gov/countydepartments/board-of-elections-voter-registration/departments.

The December 6, 2022, Election timeline is as followed:

• Mon., Nov 7 – Voter Registration Deadline
• Now – Mon., November 28 – Mail Absentee Applications are accepted
• Saturday, Nov. 26 – Fri., Dec 2 – In-Person Early Voting Period
• Sat., Nov 26 – Saturday Voting, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Sun., Nov 27 – Sunday Voting, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Mon., Nov 28 – Wed., Nov 30 – In-Person Early Voting 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Thurs., Dec 1 – Fri., Dec 2 – In-Person Early Voting 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Tues., Dec 6 – Election Day – Polls open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Tues. Dec 6 – All Mail Ballots must be returned to Board of Elections office by 7 p.m.

For more information, contact the Rockdale County Board of Elections Office at 770-278-7333.

ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Nov. 3, 2022

Rockdale County to Kick Off the Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – Rockdale County Officials will kick off the holiday season with the return of the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, December 3^rd at 6 p.m., at the Historic Rockdale County Courthouse.

The evening will feature family-friendly activities, performances by Derrick Monk, local community performers, and an appearance by Santa Claus who will illuminate the Christmas Tree. The event is FREE and open to the public.

“We are super excited to hold the 2022 Holiday Christmas Tree Lighting this year at the Historic Rockdale County Courthouse and invite everyone to come out and join in the festivities,” says Rockdale County Chairman Oz Nesbitt, Sr. “This event is a holiday tradition for our Rockdale County citizens and is designed to provide a fantastic opportunity for the community to gather together safely outdoors and celebrate the holidays.”

The public is invited to attend the lighting of the 18-foot majestic mountain pine tree which will be placed in front of the Historic Rockdale County Courthouse. Eventgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs should they want to sit during the brief celebration.

For more information, contact the Rockdale County Public Relations Department at: 770-278-7050 or publicrelations@rockdalecountyga.gov.

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ROCKDALE COUNTY PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

October 27, 2022

Rockdale County to Launch ‘Operation Green Light’ In Support of Local Veterans

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – In recognition of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Rockdale County announced plans to illuminate the front of the Rockdale County Courthouse green beginning on November 1^st – 11^th as part of Operation Green Light. Operation Green Light is a new national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support military veterans. The initiative raises awareness about the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state, and federal level.

Rockdale County adopted a resolution in support of the NACo initiative on October 11^th, designating October through Veterans Day, November 11^th, as a time to salute and honor our men and women who served in the Armed Forces.

“Our veterans have dedicated part of their lives serving our country. November is a time to honor these heroes and reflect on the contributions they have made to the freedoms we enjoy,” Commissioner Doreen Williams said. “I am excited to join in Operation Green Light for Veterans by lighting our courthouse green. Look for the green lights and be sure to thank a veteran for their service!”

In addition to lighting the courthouse, residents and businesses are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their house to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.

By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported. Participants are encouraged to continue shining the light year-round. Residents can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

Rockdale County residents are also invited to the Walk of Heroes Annual Veterans Day Program on November 11^th, 11 a.m. at Black Shoals Park, 2825 Black Shoals Rd, Conyers, GA 30012.

Visit naco.org/operationgreenlight for more information and links to resources available to veterans. Visit walkofheroes.org for more information about the Veterans Day program.

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