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Welcome to the City of Atlanta's
Boards, Authorities, Commissions, Etc. (BACEs)

These BACEs may be created in the City to perform duties including but not limited to:
                  

make studies  hold hearings
 conduct research & investigations     prepare recommendations            


The City is Governed by the Code & the Charter

By-Laws or Mission Statement

Designated BACEs shall establish bylaws or governing structures not inconsistent with any applicable federal or state law, this City's Charter, this City's Code or Ordinances, nor any ordinance or resolution of the City Council, as it deems appropriate and necessary for the conduct of its affairs.  Bylaws must be completed and filed within 90 days of the BACE establishing a quorum.

BACE By-Laws template

BACEs not required to establish bylaws or governing structures must prepare a mission statement, copies of which shall be filed with the municipal clerk.  Mission statements must be completed and filed within 60 days of establishing a quorum.  BACEs required to prepare a mission statement generally are:

  • Any BACE to honor a person
  • Any BACE with an expected short-term duration; and
  • All Task Forces

BACE Mission Statement template

See all Boards, Authorities, Commissions, Etc.

See the groups that help shape public policy by advising the Mayor and City Council.

   

         ListofBACEs1       VacancyList1

 

          MayorAppts1     CouncilAppts1   

 


How to apply to a BACE

There are various types of BACEs. View the list and send your preference(s) along with a copy of your resume and a completed and signed BACE Contact Information form to Shawn Brown at bace@atlantaga.gov. Mr. Brown will work with the City Council on coordinating appointments.