Mayor Peter Banks honored as election results set for a new administration

Long‑time mayor Peter L. Banks presided over his final Barnesville City Council meeting in December 2023 and received a Certificate of Distinguished Public Service from the Georgia Municipal Association.

City Clerk Tammy Folson read the official election notifications showing Kelly G. Hughes unopposed for mayor in the November election; several council seats were also resolved (Bill Claxton retained a seat in Ward 1; Sammie D. Shropshire Jr. retained Ward 3). Councilmembers used the December meetings to make or confirm appointments to boards and authorities, including reappointments to the Three Rivers Regional Commission and the Barnesville Housing Authority.

Members of the council and staff thanked Mayor Banks for 16 years of service and recognized civic improvements during his tenure, notably park and downtown improvements. Incoming officials and staff said they will continue regular governance and scheduled work with an orderly transition.