Atlanta Police Department

Atlanta Police Department

  • 675 Ponce De Leon Ave
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • 30308

Description

Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia. The city of Atlanta operates under a mayor and council form of government. The council serves as the legislative branch of City government, while the City's departments, under the direction of the mayor, constitute the executive branch. As Atlanta's legislative body, the council makes the laws that govern the city. It is responsible for the development of policies and establishing the parameters for the administration of City government. The council is comprised of 18 members and a council president. The president presides at all meetings and votes in case of a tie. The Atlanta City limits are primarily within Fulton County, while the metropolitan area encompasses 18 counties. Most of these counties are governed by boards of commissioners. Atlanta is also home to the military at Fort Gillem, Ft. McPherson, Dobbins Air Force Base and the Atlanta Naval Air Station.

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