With roots dating back to the s, Sandy Springs originated, as a watering stop for Native-Americans who frequented the bubbling springs here and quickly became a community as settlers moved into the area. Today, the City enjoys and expresses a traditional Southern charm, while also catering to its business-minded residents with efficient and responsive services.
The city of Sandy Springs incorporated in , and it is the sixth largest city in Georgia and the second largest city in the metropolitan Atlanta area. Efforts to incorporate Sandy Springs began in , in response to attempts by the city of Atlanta to annex this unincorporated area of North Fulton County. Sandy Springs residents, led by Eva Galambos, fought for 40 years to obtain their own government. In June , an overwhelming 94 percent of residents voted for incorporation. Prior to , residents relied upon a large, traditionally modeled county government for the provision of services, which residents felt did not adequately meet their needs.
These challenges formed the basis for desiring a streamlined government physically closer to constituents and responsive to community desires. Sandy Springs initiated a non-traditional approach by operating as a Public Private Partnership PPP , with nearly half of City staff employed by a private company.
In , the City transitioned Department Heads from contract to city-held positions. City History With roots dating back to the s, Sandy Springs originated, as a watering stop for Native-Americans who frequented the bubbling springs here and quickly became a community as settlers moved into the area. Inauguration Efforts to incorporate Sandy Springs began in , in response to attempts by the city of Atlanta to annex this unincorporated area of North Fulton County.
Join the Sandy Springs Crafting Buddies for an evening of social crafting. Bring your current work in progress, or materials to start a new project and come hang with us! Visit the City's website for more information.
