South Fulton swears in new mayor and council members; mayor outlines 100‑day priorities

South Fulton held a special meeting to swear in its new mayor and newly elected and reelected council members, concluding with a brief motion to adjourn.

Mayor Carmelita Gumbs, sworn in as South Fulton’s mayor, told attendees she intends to focus on rebuilding public trust, restoring the city’s financial transparency portal and conducting departmental assessments during her first 100 days. "This is a pivotal moment," she said, asking residents to "keep your eye on us" and to support the council as it works for the community.

The council also administered oaths to several members. Aaron V. Johnson was introduced as the new District 2 council member; after taking the oath he thanked voters and colleagues and said he would "work hard to assure that everything that I'm doing is in the best interest of the people of South Fulton." JC Sebastian, reelected to represent District 4, reflected on his long record of community service and thanked his family and supporters. Natasha Williams Brown was sworn in to a second term representing District 6 and described her return as "a renewal of intention," pledging to lead with integrity and compassion.

State and local elected officials attending the special meeting offered congratulations. State Representative Deborah Bazemore, who noted she helped create the city delegation, praised the new leadership and encouraged unity. State Senator Rashawn Kent and State Representative Sheila Jones also offered remarks of support.

The meeting was brief. After remarks and the formal oaths, an unidentified councilmember moved to adjourn, a motion that was seconded and carried by a show of hands. Mayor Gumbs declared the special meeting adjourned at 10:55 p.m.

No formal votes on ordinances or budget items were taken during the special meeting; the agenda was limited to introductions, oaths and brief remarks.