Matt Rinker
Atlanta City Council - Post 1, At Large
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About the Office
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
nonpartisan
Occupation
Real Estate
Fun Fact
I play in multiple "recreational" sports leagues including bowling, kickball and softball.
Past Experience
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My Top Issues
Expanding public transportation options
Adding BRT lines, infill rail stations and Rail on the Beltline are top priorities for making Atlanta's transportation work for all of our residents
Strengthening ethics regulations and policies
For too long, Atlanta has been known for it's pay to play politics. We need stronger ethics rules for our elected officials and city workers.
Supporting community-led efforts for vacant property transformation
Throughout Atlanta, we have too many investor-owned lots and homes sitting vacant. It is time to push to fill every empty lot with a home and limit the number of investor-owned properties.
Supporting community-led efforts for vacant property transformation
Throughout Atlanta, we have too many investor-owned lots and homes sitting vacant. It is time to push to fill every empty lot with a home and limit the number of investor-owned properties.
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