Catoosa County, Georgia
Elections Division

Registrar
Election Board
Precinct Info
Election Results
F.A.Q.'s
Elected Officials
Sample Ballots
Absentee Application
Registration Form

Catoosa County Precinct/District Map
pdf file-if printing shrink to fit)

Georgia VoteSafe Program
The Georgia VoteSafe Program provides for the confidentiality of resident's address of certain registered voters who have been or may be subject to acts of family violence, stalking or currently reside in a family violence shelter.  Contact your local registrar if you would like to partake in the VoteSafe program or need more information.

 Elected Offices - Term of office and year of re-election


2013 Catoosa County Election Schedule

NO OTHER ELECTIONS SCHEDULED FOR 2013

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Registrar information
    Tonya Moore - Elections official
    7658 Nashville St.
    Ringgold Ga,  30736
    706-935-3990
    Fax 706-935-2538
    Tonya.Moore@catoosa.com

2013 Holiday Schedule

The registrars office will be closed
on the following days:

    Jan. 1    New Years Day
    Jan. 21  M.L.K. Jr. Day
    Mar. 29   Good Friday
    May 27 Memorial Day
    Jul. 4    Independence Day
    Sep. 2   Labor Day
    Nov. 28 & 29 Thanksgiving
    Dec. 24 & 25  Christmas

 Hours of operation

      Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - Noon
                           1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
      Closed Noon-1 for lunch (phone recorder will be on)
      Closed on Weekends (phone recorder will be on)

Contact your registrar for the following:
      Register to vote
      Receive picture voter I.D. (if no other picture i.d. available)
      General questions regarding upcoming elections
      Request Absentee Ballot
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  Election Board

Nina Crawford - Chairman
Ron McKelvy
Diane Pelt
Howard Long
Ricky Kittle

The Board of Elections meets the first Tuesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at Catoosa Hall
(There will be no meeting May 7th, 2013)

To contact your Election Board:
please call voter registration at 706-935-3990
Or email: Board of Elections

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Precinct Information    (back to top)

    Results
   
    Election Results will not be posted until after the close of polls
    

     Directions
        For directions to your precinct, use the link below and enter the required information.
        Your precinct will then be displayed along with a link to mapquest for directions.  When you
         are done, close the new window to come back to here.
                                  http://www.sos.state.ga.us/cgi-bin/locator.asp 

    Sample Ballots  (Special Election March 19, 2013)                                     (back to top)
       
Find the precinct/split that corresponds to your voting assignment in the table below.
        If you are not sure in which precinct and Ga. districts you are located, call 706-935-3990,
        reference your voter registration card or follow the link under Directions (above).
        Use the back button on your browser to return.   

******If Printing Sample ballots, shrink to fit page to ensure entire ballot prints*********
                                             All ballots are two pages    
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Precinct/Combo code Sample Ballot
 

U.S. House District
 
Georgia Senate District Georgia House District Sch. & County Comm. District

Location

Blackstock 310 Sample 14 53 2 4 773 Gordy Circle - Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
Boynton 304/305(city-FtO) Sample. 14 53 3 2 4057 Boynton Dr. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Catoosa Keith 308 Sample 14 53 3 4 2803 Keith Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Chambers 303 Sample 14 53 2 1 4346 Long Hollow Rd. - Rock Spring, GA  30739
Duncan Park 304/305(city-FtO) Sample 14 53 3 2 256 Edsel Dr. - Rossville, GA  30741
Ft Oglethorpe 301/302(city-FtO) Sample 14 53 3 1 Constitution Hall
205 Forrest Rd. - Ft. Oglethorpe, GA  30742
Graysville 306 Sample 14 53 3 3 967 Graysville Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Lakeview 301/302(city-FtO) Sample 14 53 3 1 452 Hudson St. - Rossville, GA  30741
Poplar Sprgs. 308 Sample 14 53 3 1 470 Rollins Ind. Ct. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Poplar Sprgs. 309(city-Ring) Sample 14 53 3 4 470 Rollins Ind. Ct. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Ringgold 306 Sample 14 53 3 3 7658 Nashville St. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Ringgold 307(city-Ring) Sample 14 53 3 3 Catoosa Hall
7658 Nashville St. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Westside 304/305(city-FtO) Sample 14 53 3 2 3319 Lakeview Dr. - Rossville, GA  30741
Woodstation 303 Sample 14 53 2 1 36 E. Nickajack Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Woodstation 310 Sample 14 53 2 4 36 E. Nickajack Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736

  

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Election Related Links
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Secretary of State Home Page

Secretary of State Elections Page

Center for Election Systems at Kennesaw State University

 

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Election Results for 03/19/2013 Special Election    (back to top)

Click HERE for Countywide Results

Click on the 'R' next to the precinct to see results for that precinct

Precinct/Combo code Results
(Click 'R' for Results)

U.S. House District
 
Georgia Senate District Georgia House District Sch. & County Comm. District

Location

Blackstock            R 14 53 2 4 773 Gordy Circle - Tunnel Hill, GA 30755
Boynton R 14 53 3 2 4057 Boynton Dr. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Catoosa Keith R 14 53 3 4 2803 Keith Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Chambers R 14 53 2 1 4346 Long Hollow Rd. - Rock Spring, GA  30739
Duncan Park R 14 53 3 2 256 Edsel Dr. - Rossville, GA  30741
Fort Oglethorpe R 14 53 3 1 Constitution Hall
205 Forrest Rd. - Ft. Oglethorpe, GA  30742
Graysville R 14 53 3 3 967 Graysville Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Lakeview R 14 53 3 1 452 Hudson St. - Rossville, GA  30741
Poplar Springs R 14 53 3 4 470 Rollins Ind. Ct. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Ringgold R 14 53 3 3 Catoosa Hall
7658 Nashville St. - Ringgold, GA  30736
Westside R 14 53 3 2 3319 Lakeview Dr. - Rossville, GA  30741
Woodstation R 14 53 2 1&4 36 E. Nickajack Rd. - Ringgold, GA  30736
             
             

 

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2013 Election Information                 (back to top)

Election Day
March 19, 2013 - SPLOST Vote
All precincts open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.
You MUST VOTE at assigned precincts on election day


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General Voter Information     (back to top)

    F.A.Q.'s  (Frequently Asked Questions)

    What are acceptable forms of ID for voting?

    What if I do not have a picture ID?

    How do I know if I am registered to vote?

    I've moved.  What do I need to do?

    How do I get an absentee ballot?

    How can I get an absentee ballot for a relative?

    What hours are the polls open?

    When is advanced voting?

    Where do I advance vote?

    What is required to advance vote?

    What is the difference between absentee and advanced voting?

    How do I register to vote online?

    Where can I get information about my elected officials?
 


What are acceptable forms of ID for voting?
   
Currently six forms of ID are acceptable for voting in the state of Georgia.
            Georgia driver's license
            Valid ID card issued by any state or U.S. with photo
            Valid U.S. passport
            Valid Government employee photo ID
            Valid U.S. military ID card with photo
            Valid tribal ID card with photo

    Please note that these are different than the 17 forms previously accepted.  Photo ID is now
    required to vote in the state of Georgia.  If you do not have a photo ID contact the Registrar.
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What if I do not have a picture ID?
   
Contact your registrar to find out about obtaining a valid photo ID
    Registrar: Tonya Moore  706-935-3990
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How do I know if I am registered to vote?
    Follow this link to the Georgia Secretary of State's website or
    contact your registrar.  Registrar: Tonya Moore 706-935-3990
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I've moved.  What do I need to do?
   
It depends if you have moved out of state, out of the county or to another
    location within the county.
Out Of State:
   
You will need to contact the registrar in the county/state that you have moved to.  We cannot
    transfer your voter registration information.  You will need to contact the Catoosa County registrar
    as well to terminate your registration in Georgia

Out Of The County:
   
You will need to contact either your new or old county registrar and ask for
    a change of address form.  This form can be mailed, or you may pick one up
    in person at any county registrars office.

Relocated Within Catoosa County:
    Please call the Catoosa County registrar at 706-935-3990
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How do I get an absentee ballot?
   
You may contact the elections office at 706-935-3990 or print this form, fill it out
    and mail to:
    Catoosa County Elections
    7658 Nashville St.
    Ringgold, GA  30736
    You may request an absentee ballot as early as 180 days before an election. The application
    must be in writing, contain the address to which the ballot is to be mailed, have sufficient
    information to identify you as a voter, and indicate the election in which
    you wish to vote.  No reason is required when requesting an absentee ballot by mail.
    Mail this application to the elections office and they will mail your absentee ballot.
    Each election will require a new request for an absentee ballot unless you check the box indicating
    that you wish to receive all absentee ballots as allowed by law (must be disabled, 75 or older
    or UOCAVA to be eligible for all ballots as allowed by law).
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How can I get an absentee ballot for a relative?
   
If your close relative is physically disabled or living temporarily outside their county of residence,
    you may apply for an absentee ballot for them.  Close relative is defined as: mother, father, grandparent, brother,
    sister, aunt, uncle, spouse, son, daughter, niece, nephew, grandchild, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, mother-in-law,
    father-in-law, brother-in-law or sister-in-law.  You will be required to sign an oath testifying that the voter is
    either out of county or physically disabled.
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What hours are the polls open?
   
On election day (always Tuesday in GA.) the polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Anyone in line by 7:00 p.m.
    will be allowed to vote.  On election day, voters MUST go to their assigned precinct.  Advanced voting hours
    are as posted below.


When is advance voting?
(Locations given below)
   
Advance voting starts three weeks prior to any election.  In Catoosa County, advanced polls are open 8:00 a.m. until
    5:00 p.m. (normal office hours).  On the Thursday that directly precedes election day, the polls will stay open until 7:00 p.m.
    Saturday Voting (one Sat. only): Ten days prior to election day, Saturday voting is available from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
    PLEASE NOTE:  VOTING IS NOT ALLOWED ON THE MONDAY DIRECTLY BEFORE "ELECTION TUESDAY".

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Where do I advance vote?
(hours given above)
   
Advanced voting for ALL OF CATOOSA COUNTY will take place at either Catoosa Hall (formerly the Courthouse Annex)
    in downtown Ringgold or the Westside Precinct at 3319 Lakeview Dr. Rossville, GA  30741 
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What is required to advance vote?
   
Advanced voting requires nothing more than the ID stated in the first question.  No reason is required to advance vote.
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What is the difference between absentee and advanced voting?
    Absentee voting:
Upon request, voter will be mailed a ballot.
                              Can vote up to 45 days prior to the election via mail.
                              No reason required.

    Advanced voting: Can only be done at Catoosa Hall or Westside Voting Precinct starting three weeks prior to the election
                                No reason required to advance vote.  Hours and Locations given above.       
      PLEASE NOTE:  NO VOTING IS ALLOWED ON THE MONDAY DIRECTLY BEFORE "ELECTION TUESDAY".

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How do I register to vote online?
   
Follow this link to the Secretary of State's website.
    http://www.sos.ga.gov/elections/voter%5Fregistration/voter_reg_app.htm
    Please remember this important part: If you are submitting this form by mail and you are registering for the first
    time in Georgia, enclose a copy of one of the following with your application: A copy of a current and valid
    photo ID, a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government
    document that shows your name and address. Those who are entitled to vote by absentee ballot under the Uniform
    and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act are exempt from this requirement.
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Where can I get information about my elected officials?
   
If you are an elected official, voted on by the electors of Catoosa County and feel that any information needs to be
    added, removed or appended please contact the registrar's office at 706-935-3990.

United States Senate
Public Service Commission, Office Of
United States House of Representatives
Georgia Senate
Georgia House of Representatives
District Attorney
Probate Judge
Clerk of Court
Sheriff
Tax Commissioner
Coroner
Chief Magistrate
Board of Commissioners
School Board Members
 

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United States Senators

Saxby Chambliss
416 Russell Senate Office Bldg.
Washington, DC  20510
202-224-3521
Fax-202-224-0103
www.chambliss.senate.gov

Johnny Isakson
120 Russell Senate Office Bldg.
Washington, DC  20510
202-224-3643
Fax-202-228-0724
www.isakson.senate.gov

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Public Service Commission

244 Washington St. S.W.
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-656-4501
800-282-5813 (Toll Free)
Fax 404-656-2341
www.psc.state.ga.us

Charles 'Chuck' Eaton
244 Washington St. S.W.
Suite 241
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-656-2040
Fax 404-463-7021
ceaton@psc.state.ga.us
Tim Echols
244 Washington St. S.W.
Suite 232
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-656-4514
Fax 404-657-2980
techols@psc.state.ga.us
H. Doug Everett
244 Washington St. S.W.
Suite 247
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-463-6745
Fax 404-463-6699
deverett@psc.state.ga.us
Lauren W. McDonald Jr.
244 Washington St. S.W.
Suite 238
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-656-4512
Fax 404-657-4978
lmcdonald@psc.state.ga.us
Stan Wise
244 Washington St. S.W.
Suite 235
Atlanta, GA  30334
404-657-4574
Fax 404-657-4576
stanwise@psc.state.ga.us


 


United States House of Representatives
U. S. Congressman, District 14

Tom Graves
1113 Longworth HOB
Washington, D.C. 20515

Phone: (202) 225-5211
Fax: (202) 225-8272
tomgraves.house.gov

 

 

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Georgia Senate

District 53
Jeff Mullis
212 English Ave.
Chickamauga, GA  30707
706-375-1776
404-656-0057
jeff.mullis@senate.ga.gov





Georgia House of Representatives

District 2
Jay Neal
P.O. box 645
LaFayette, GA  30728
404-656-0152
jay.neal@house.ga.gov
District 3
Tom Weldon Jr.
P.O. Box 1459
Ringgold, GA  30736
Phone: (706) 965-4007
tweldon@weldonlawfirm.com

 

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District Attorney

Herbert E. 'Buzz' Franklin
Walker County Judiciary Annex
108 E. Villanow St.
LaFayette, GA  30728
706-638-2121
Fax-706-638-4821
da-buzz@mindspring.com

 


Probate Judge

Gene Lowery

 

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Clerk of Court

Tracy Brown
7694 Nashville Street
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-935-4231



Sheriff

Gary Sisk
413 Lawrence St.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-935-2424
Fax-706-965-3319

 

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Tax Commissioner

Sandra K. Self
796 La Fayette Street
County Administration Building
Ringgold, Georgia 30736
706-965-2571
Fax-706-965-5532



Coroner

Vanita C. Hullander
544 Clark Rd.
Tunnel Hill, GA  30755
706-965-6800
Pager 423-527-1093
Fax-706-965-6741

 

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Chief Magistrate

John Gass
877 Lafayette St.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-935-3114
Fax-706-965-9036

 


Board of Commissioners

Chairman
Keith Greene
718 Cardinal Rd.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-937-6630

District 1
Jeff Long
202 Shelby St.
Ft. Oglethorpe, GA  30741
706-965-2500

District 2
Bobby Winters
72 Ed Winters Ln.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-866-5624

 District 3
Jim Cutler
175 Hidden Tr. Dr.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-935-4740

District 4
DeWayne Hill
4673 Keith Rd.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-965-6228

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School Board Members
706-965-2297

District 1
Billy J. McDaniel
344 Twin Cedars Rd.
Rock Spring, GA 30739
706-375-2004
District 2
Jane R. Everett
67 Magnolia Pl.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-861-4584
District 3
Donald Dycus
515 Stoneybrook Ln.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-937-2101
District 4
David Moeller
100 Evans Ln.
Tunnel Hill, GA  30755
706-965-9941
At Large
Melvin Edwards
2025 Mt. Pisgah Rd.
Ringgold, GA  30736
706-935-3985

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