Update: Guyton Mayor Pro Tem Takes On Duties; Special Election Earliest in 2027

Update to an earlier report: This article includes new information about a story we previously covered. Read our earlier report.

Guyton Mayor Pro Tem Michael Johnson is taking on the mayor’s duties after Andy Harville resigned Oct. 15, City Manager Bill Lindsey said. The city cannot hold a special election to fill the seat before March 16, 2027, Lindsey said, citing the county elections office.

Lindsey attributed Harville’s resignation to health reasons. March 16 is the earliest possible election date, not a confirmed date for the vote.

Yolonda Harris
News Now Georgia