Mableton Councilpersons-Elect to Be Sworn In Before Year’s End

MABLETON, Ga. — The newly elected members of the Mableton City Council plan to take their oaths of office before the end of the year, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of leadership for Georgia’s newest city.

Following decisive victories in the November 4th elections, Councilpersons-elect Michael McNeely (District 2) and Cassandra Brown (District 4) are preparing to assume their roles after unseating incumbents Dami Oladapo and Patty Auch. McNeely and Brown’s win reflects a shift in direction for Mableton, as both candidates ran on platforms promising increased transparency, fiscal responsibility, and stronger community engagement.

Acknowledging her loss, Auch issued a statement explaining her understanding of Mableton’s charter, which does not allow her to remain in office until the end of the year, unlike many other elected positions where incumbents serve until the first day of the new term. According to the city charter, terms of the new council begin five days following the certification of the election results. She cited Section 5.11(g), p. 36 of HB 839, which specifies this timeline.

The certification meeting is scheduled for November 10th at the Cobb County Board of Elections. If the election is duly certified at that meeting, the current term will end the following Monday, November 17th, paving the way for the new council to prepare for their official swearing-in.

Councilwoman-elect Brown confirmed that plans are underway for a formal swearing-in ceremony, with details to be announced in the coming weeks.“Taking office early gives us the chance to hit the ground running and start addressing the community’s priorities without delay,” Brown said. I look forward to serving all of the people of District 4. We are eager to work collaboratively with fellow council members to ensure Mableton grows responsibly while keeping residents’ voices at the center of every decision.”

Residents and community leaders have expressed optimism that the early swearing-in will allow the council to begin 2026 with a unified vision. “The voters have spoken, and this new leadership team wants to get to work without delay,” said one Mableton resident who followed the election. They expressed their desire for all members of the community to come together following a competitive election cycle.

The change in leadership comes as Mableton continues to define its identity and governance structure following incorporation in 2023. With fresh voices and perspectives entering City Hall, many hope the transition will bring renewed energy and focus to the city’s future.