Authorization
Ga. Code Annotated 49-3-1 and 49-3-8 as amended; amended Ga. Laws 1994, S.B. 469 (increased membership to seven (7) members based upon census population).
Description
Board consists of seven (7) members appointed by BOC. Vacancies on the board are filled in the same manner; however if the BOC fails to make an appointment within 90 days after a vacancy occurs, the Commissioner of DHR is authorized to make the appointment.
Terms are for five (5) years and appointments made to fill vacancies prior to the expiration of a term are made for the term balance.
DFACS is a part of the DHR governed by state rules/regulations and performs welfare services of the county.
Board Members
| Member Name | Appointed By | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alan Kirk | Board of Commissioners | 06/30/27 |
| Carmen Nance | Board of Commissioners | 06/30/28 |
| Dayton Hibbs | Board of Commissioners | |
| Cpt. Matthew Brown | Board of Commissioners | |
| Mary Weatherby | Board of Commissioners | 06/30/24 |
| Ana Murphy | Board of Commissioners | 06/30/25 |
| Sandy Woltering | Board of Commissioners |
Contact
County Director:
Lindsey Howerton, lindsey.howerton@dhs.ga.gov, 770-528-7683
Office Information:
1090 North Chase Pkwy, SE
Suite 200
Marietta, GA 30067
For benefits information: 770-528-7683