Paul Burton

About this race

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

2 candidates ran for Fulton County Commission, District 3 in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Only voters in this district.

About Paul Burton

Sandy Springs resident and U.S. Army veteran who previously worked at IBM Asia Pacific; his campaign says this is his first run for public office.

What they say they'll focus on:

• Keeping property taxes low by scrutinizing county spending
• Accelerating the County Jail renovation and modernizing policing with technology
• Faster case processing and funding tied to measurable results
• Open public budget hearings and fiscal oversight
• Economic development that doesn't raise property taxes

Summarized in our words from source 1, source 2, source 3, checked October 2026. Not an endorsement.

Where they stand

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To see where they stand, read their own words: campaign site. What they say they'll focus on is listed above.

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More about Paul Burton

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Also running

• Jodi Merriday · Democrat

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• Georgia general and special election runoff · December 1, 2026: the races aren't published yet
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Quick answers

What party is Paul Burton?

Paul Burton is running as a Republican.

What does the Fulton County Commission, District 3 seat do?

Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.

Who is Paul Burton running against?

Jodi Merriday, for Fulton County Commission, District 3.

Should I vote for Paul Burton?

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