Vote Jen Heath

If there's one issue that resonates throughout the new Georgia House District 83, it's disappointment with politics as usual - voters are tired of the polarization, tired of the most extreme voices being amplified ad nauseum, tired of politicians who care more about headlines and buzzwords than practical solutions for our neighborhoods and interests.

We can do better. My involvement at the local and state level on core issues like development, debt, human rights, and public safety has shown me that a rigorous focus on the facts & issues can bring us together and make our communities stronger. That's what I'm committed to doing at the state level, and I'd be honored to have your support for State Representative.





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Early voting has started. If you are in Georgia House District 83 Catherine Bernard is a Brookhaven resident who has fought for what the people of Brookhaven have asked for over the years. She will represent district 83 well and would appreciate your support and vote.

IMPORTANT changes proposed to allow eminent domain taking of private property by the city much easier.

City Council virtual meeting on Nov. 30 | Brookhaven Georgia Brookhaven, GA, Nov. 29, 2021 – The Brookhaven City Council will conduct its next regularly scheduled business meeting Tuesday, Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. In consideration of social distancing recommendations, the meeting will be held via video conference.

Ever wonder what kind of shenanigans take place in a city election? I can tell you!

I ran for office a few years ago and was surprised by some of the tactics used by incumbents to keep their seats and political power. Here are just a few that I had to deal with as a candidate:

- Lies and twisted statements posted on social media by members of the opponent’s PR staff – who did not acknowledge that they were a paid member of the campaign
- False cease and desist letters sent by local nonprofit group with ties to the incumbent. Once a lawyer was engaged, they slunk off to avoid the truth being made public
- City resources used to support the incumbent –a resident forwarded an email chain showing that a “friend” later appointed to a board position emailed the city to notify them of something my campaign had mentioned. There were subsequent emails directing city staff to research and compose a response for the incumbent
- Illegal use of parks, campaigning was done at local city parks while serving alcohol without permits. A few were supported by a nonprofit friendly with the city, which is against the rules of nonprofits according to the IRS.
- Media – a supporter reported they were questioned and almost not allowed to post an op-ed, they had to go through all kinds of grilling about if they had ever canvased, been part of, or supported the campaign. The incumbent’s frat brother and major canvasser was allowed to post a hit piece when the small print on the site clearly states that submissions by those working with a campaign would not be allowed…
- City resources used to remove campaign signs in the right of way. Some residents with signs did not know where the right of way on their property was so the city removed the signs – fair enough. However one supporter decided to drive around the neighborhood and document where the incumbent’s signs were allowed to stay within the right of way and reported it to the city.. nothing was done.
- Our campaign got call from a local business person that had allowed a sign to be placed on their property – the city had called and said they were in violation by having that sign (they were not) and another said that the city was making noise that they would not get a permit they were hoping for if the sign remained

We know these things happen in national and regional politics, I had not thought that they happened in local politics, but they do.

Just remember that when you see an article, read a post or get a mailer, do your own research. Make sure that the person you vote for is going to represent you, not their political ambition or financial earnings. I was literally told by a professional political advisor – “it’s okay if it’s not accurate, people don’t research, they just read”. Most politicians know you are busy and won’t hold them accountable so they don’t have a problem making statements that are not 100% true or they know they can’t keep. They just want your vote to keep their job or get the job they can benefit from. It doesn’t matter the party a politician is a politician. Today is the last day of early voting and Tuesday is election day!

MAKE YOUR VOICE COUNT

Do Your Own Research and VOTE

It has come to our attention that the author of this referendum, Rep. Matthew Wilson's voter guide is incorrect about what the Brookhaven Charter Review Commission actually recommended. The CRC wanted to *add* term limits for city council and one additional term for mayor, giving all city officials a three-term limit. To present a referendum for unlimited terms as if it reflects the CRC's findings is simply not accurate.

What the Brookhaven Charter Review Commission really said about the role of term limits in the city charter:

"With regard to term limits, the Commission found that City has a wealth of well educated, civic minded and otherwise qualified residents available to serve in elected office. Because of the advantages of incumbency, these talented people are reluctant to stand for office. One half of Council elections have featured an unchallenged incumbent. The Commission further found that the imposition of term limits allows for innovation and responsiveness."

Dear Brookhaven,
I want to extend my sincerest thanks to those that supported, volunteered and voted for us. I say "us" because this was not about me wanting to be mayor, it was about "us" wanting to be heard. We have done an amazing job, and while the result is not all that we had hoped for it has been a good result. 32% of the voters were part of our message. That is pretty phenomenal based on the short timeframe and minimal funding compared to our opponent. This is not the end, just the beginning of the Brookhaven community being heard. We will be continuing to work so that your voices are not only heard, but listened to in regards to city decisions.

Stand by for more details in the next few weeks!!!

November 5th is here! Vote Jen Heath for Mayor of Brookhaven at your local precinct TODAY.
BROOKHAVEN DESERVES THE BEST!

It's election day!!! Grab your future by the ballots. Polls close at 7pm!