Candidate Profile: Rusty Paul, Sandy Springs Mayor

Candidate Profile: Rusty Paul, Sandy Springs Mayor

Author: Appen Podcast Network September 26, 2025 Duration: 57:28

The Georgia Politics Podcast continues its Candidate Profile series with Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul, who is seeking re-election. Mayor Paul reflects on his years in office and offers perspective on how Sandy Springs has changed since its incorporation and during his tenure as mayor.

In this wide-ranging conversation, he discusses the city's approach to growth and development, infrastructure investment, and transportation challenges in a rapidly growing region. He also addresses issues of housing and fiscal management, as well as the city's efforts to maintain a distinct community identity while balancing the needs of residents and businesses.

As part of the Candidate Profile series, the goal of this episode is to provide voters with a clear sense of how Mayor Paul views the accomplishments and ongoing challenges in Sandy Springs, and what he hopes to achieve if re-elected.

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