Norcross is holding a special election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to fill the unexpired term previously held by Marshall Cheek, who passed away in June after a long fight with cancer.
All seats on the Norcross City Council, including the mayor and five members, are elected at-large and serve four-year terms. That means all eligible voters inside the city limits can vote for a new council member this November.
Because Cheek’s term was set to expire in January 2028, his successor on the city council will serve through the end of next year. In fall 2027, council seats held by Josh Bare and Andrew Hixson will be up for reelection.
Mayor Craig Newton, Mayor Pro Tempore Bruce Gaynor, and Council Member Matt Myers have terms expiring in January 2030.
Election and qualification details
Residents interested in serving on the Norcross City Council may qualify as candidates by filing a notice and paying the required $360 qualifying fee between Monday, Sept. 14, at 8:30 a.m., and Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 4:30 p.m.
City officials encourage eligible Norcross residents to participate in the local election. The deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 5, 2026. Only registered citizens residing within the Norcross city limits are eligible to vote in the special election.
Election Day voting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the second-floor conference room at Norcross City Hall, 65 Lawrenceville Street.
This fall’s advance voting runs Tuesday, Oct. 13, through Friday, Oct. 30, as well as Saturday, Oct. 17, and Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Norcross City Hall.
Eligible voters who wish to vote by absentee ballot may request an application by calling 678-421-2035 or by downloading an application from the city website.
For additional election information and updates, visit the City of Norcross’ website or follow its official social media channels.
